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Why Mac Users Can Also Benefit From a VPN

March 3, 2014 by Apple Gazette 2 Comments

It used to be that one of the most compelling reasons to get a Mac (as opposed to a PC running on Windows) was that the former was supposed to be as secure as you can get. These days, however, security issues, loopholes, and mistakes crop up left and right; not to mention the fact that more and more people are trying to get past security measures already in place.

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This is the main reason that it is not inaccurate to say that Mac users can actually also benefit from a VPN.

A VPN, or Virtual Private Network, is essentially a bunch of computers connected together in a secure network – a network that is probably more secure than when you directly connect to the Internet via your ISP. It is certainly more secure than when you connect to your favorite cafe’s Wi-Fi.

That being said, the main benefit a Mac user can gain from using a VPN is security. Encryption is assured, although the degree and method may vary, depending on the specific VPN service you subscribe to.

Another seriously fun reason Mac users can benefit from a VPN is if they are based in countries apart from the United States (or Canada or the UK). The same thing applies to users who travel to different countries on a regular basis.

The underlying reason is the fact that when you connect to a VPN on your Mac, you are assigned a different IP address. Again, depending on the VPN service that you use, your location will be seen as the US (or whichever country the VPN offers). There are also VPN services that provide IP addresses for multiple countries.

How is this useful?

I don’t know about you, but if you’re not US-based, you’ve probably have had more than your share of frustration due to not being able to subscribe to services such as Netflix. Sure, there is torrenting, but let’s not even go there.

With all the good TV shows being aired these days, TV enthusiasts are even more demanding when it comes to how quickly they get their hands on the latest episodes. The same goes with movie enthusiasts who also want movies on demand regularly.

With streaming services available in the US, residents are lucky – although they have to pay a fee, of course. For the rest of the world, it is not so easy.

That’s where a VPN service comes in really handy. With a US IP address, you can subscribe to whatever US-based service you want.

Bottom line actually is this: whether you’re a Mac user or not, a VPN can make your online life more enjoyable and secure.

Looking for a VPN service that will fit your needs and preferences perfectly? Take a look at the best vpn services, which will give you all the details that you need to make the best choice.

Need help in setting up a VPN? Here’s a quick guide to set up a VPN on your Mac.

Filed Under: Mac Tagged With: security, Streaming media, VPN

Comments

  1. Marlene Ramirez says

    November 11, 2014 at 11:48 pm

    Mac user or not you have to protect yourself whenever you go online. There are plenty of reasons to be scared online. Take for example the issue about NSA spying on our every move and other hackers. I’m a VPN user and I found from BestVPNServiceMAg the right VPN for it. This site has a complete list of the hottest VPN for every OS and for every purposes https://www.bestvpnservicemag.com/best-vpn-for-mac-osx/

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