What Is Network Topology? Diagrams, Types, and Key Concepts
A network topology is like a blueprint for your network setup, showing how your devices connect and exchange data. It helps you avoid confusion when you add new tech, fix…
Georgii Chanturidze
Georgii Chanturidze is a writer at Private Internet Access with more than six years of experience creating content about cybersecurity, privacy-enhancing tools, and AI technologies. Before joining PIA, he worked for numerous global IT companies and spent eight years practicing criminal law, honing his analytical, oratory, and argumentative skills. Outside of work, Georgii plays indie video games, enjoys quality cinema (sometimes in VR), practices drawing, and talks to his dog.
Posts by georgiichanturidze:
What Is a PPTP VPN? A Point-to-Point Tunneling Protocol Guide
PPTP is one of the oldest VPN protocols still in use today. Although you can still configure a PPTP-based VPN on some older devices and on Windows 10 and 11,…
How Does Satellite Internet Work? Pros, Cons, Cost, and More
Satellite internet offers connectivity in remote locations where ground-based connections may not be available, allowing you to stay connected while living in or traveling far away from population centers. It’s…
What Is Social Engineering? Signs, Types, and Safety Tips
Cybersecurity often fails because of the human element. Companies can deploy the latest AI-powered intrusion detection and antivirus software, yet a single manipulated employee can open the door for an…
VLAN vs VPN: How They Differ and Why It Matters
VLANs and VPNs play a role in networking and cybersecurity, but they do it in different ways. A VLAN organizes your local network into isolated groups, while a VPN encrypts…
What Is an SSTP VPN (Secure Socket Tunneling Protocol)?
SSTP VPN (Secure Socket Tunneling Protocol) can be your go-to option when you’re connected to networks with strict firewalls. Microsoft has even built the SSTP protocol into Windows. This article…
What Is SASE (Secure Access Service Edge) Architecture?
Secure Access Service Edge (SASE) is a cloud-based service that makes it easy to connect to a company’s apps or data securely. It’s designed to deliver fast, protected access from…
What Is a P2P VPN and How Does It Work?
Most VPNs route your traffic through a network of company-operated and maintained servers. A P2P VPN works differently, operating on a peer-to-peer network where each device can act as both…
What Is a Loopback Address? When and How to Use It
Whether you're troubleshooting a network issue or setting up a local development environment, you've probably come across the term “loopback address.” While it might look like just another IP address,…
Network Security Key: What It Is and How to Find It on Any Device
A network security key is simply another term for your Wi-Fi password, the key that lets devices connect to your wireless network. Knowing what it is and how to find…