To VPN or Not VPN
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Towerjockey007
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To VPN or Not VPN
Is it necessary to VPN if only using sabnzbd and no other client in the USA? Thank you for the reply.
Re: To VPN or Not VPN
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iUseNetter
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Re: To VPN or Not VPN
What exactly do you want to prevent using VPN?Towerjockey007 wrote: ↑August 22nd, 2023, 8:48 pm Is it necessary to VPN if only using sabnzbd and no other client in the USA?
That your source can see where you are (your IP is) located?
That your ISP can see the content you download?
That law enforcement agencies can collect evidences for illegal downloads?
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Towerjockey007
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Re: To VPN or Not VPN
I'm just looking to be safe overall. Preventing outsiders from probing my network via public facing IP Address, Not wanting my ISP knowing or tracking what traffic I use or don't use frankly it's none of their business I pay for a service and that's all they need to know period. Law Enforcement is of no concern as I'm not breaking any laws and they honestly have better things to do anyways (coffee and donuts for one and chasing skirts for a second and puffing to look good or a news story as a third) so I'm way far down on that radar for anything on the internet LOL no I just don't want my computer attacked with tons of DOS attacks, ETC I'll probably just VPN just for the sake of my sanity as the expense of it is irrelivent compared to the ADHD I'd experience over it.
Re: To VPN or Not VPN
Using a VPN when using sabnzbd, or any other online service for that matter, is definitely a smart move for safety reasons. I don't know what others think, but for me, it's always a good idea to take precautions to safeguard your online activities.
I think this article explains best why you should use a VPN. But in short, because it hides your real IP address, it makes it challenging for hackers to target you. So, you can prevent various types of cyber attacks, including DDoS attacks, Man-in-the-Middle attacks, malware infections, session hijacking, and phishing attempts.
I think this article explains best why you should use a VPN. But in short, because it hides your real IP address, it makes it challenging for hackers to target you. So, you can prevent various types of cyber attacks, including DDoS attacks, Man-in-the-Middle attacks, malware infections, session hijacking, and phishing attempts.