Virtual private networks (VPNs) have become an important tool in the cyber defences of businesses across all industries. They encrypt sensitive corporate data, provide secure remote access for home workers, strengthen public Wi-Fi security, enable anonymous web browsing, circumvent geo-blocks, and offer many other benefits.

Clearly, there are many different reasons why a business might want to use a VPN. But if this is new territory for an organisation, choosing and implementing the right service can be challenging. However, asking a few simple questions can help businesses buy the best available VPN.

VPNs are necessary applications for remote workers and should not be overlooked by businesses with a home workforce, says ESET security specialist Jake Moore. “Security and privacy are essential and must be implemented on all devices remoting into the organisation network,” he tells Computer Weekly.

When looking for a VPN, businesses will come across a wide variety of providers on the market. Moore urges firms to read reviews before choosing a VPN because there are lots of unknown suppliers out there.

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