{"id":1075,"date":"2016-04-26T09:05:27","date_gmt":"2016-04-26T13:05:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/tsisupport.com\/?p=1075"},"modified":"2021-07-07T04:44:24","modified_gmt":"2021-07-07T08:44:24","slug":"why-operas-free-integrated-vpn-feature-should-matter-to-you","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/tsisupport.com\/tsistaging\/?p=1075","title":{"rendered":"Why The Opera Free VPN Should Matter To You"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Opera\u2019s latest update has introduced a free integrated Virtual Private Network (VPN) for all users. With the barrage of stories pertaining to leaks and personal information becoming public, the announcement of a mainstream browser offering unlimited VPN access through their browser was incredibly exciting! So let\u2019s delve into what it all means&#8230;<!--more--><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #800000;\"><strong>What is Opera&#8217;s Virtual Private Network (VPN):<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Free, built-in VPN | BROWSER FOR COMPUTER | OPERA\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/OgOsu2PipmE?feature=oembed&#038;enablejsapi=1&#038;origin=https:\/\/tsisupport.com\/tsistaging\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p>Opera\u2019s latest VPN feature creates an encrypted and secure tunnel for information to be transmitted.\u00a0 This protects your online activity and identity from eavesdropping third party tracking applications and tools that build an online profile based on your internet history.\u00a0 Have you ever wondered why after viewing a website, be it travel or a department store, you see a targeted advertisement which is directly correlated to your recent history?<\/p>\n<p>All of your internet traffic and data remain encrypted and anonymous while the VPN is active.\u00a0 This is especially relevant when traveling or using public Wi-Fi hotspots where wireless services may not be secure.\u00a0 Using a VPN can provide an added level of security even while utilizing these networks, thus preventing the ease for data theft.<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #800000;\"><strong>Added Benefits: <\/strong> <\/span><\/p>\n<p>Of course, there are many other benefits to complete anonymity.\u00a0 Because the connections are encrypted, the traffic cannot be monitored or blocked.\u00a0 Many countries, schools, and workplaces block video-streaming sites, social media networks, and other services.\u00a0 When using Opera\u2019s VPN, all access is available, no matter where you are.<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #800000;\"><strong>Things to Consider:<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p>Don\u2019t let this new found security go to your head.\u00a0 There can be valid reasons for limitations and restrictions being put into place, especially on public hotspots.\u00a0\u00a0 Many times, websites are blocked because they are data hogs and the bandwidth is really limited.\u00a0 Just because you can access those sites, doesn\u2019t mean you should.\u00a0 You can easily bring everyone\u2019s speed, including yourself, to a glacial pace if you decide to stream the latest Netflix hit while sitting at Starbucks.<\/p>\n<p>More importantly, ignoring company policy is a big no-no with serious repercussions.\u00a0 Remember, those policies are not only implemented for the security and safety of the company infrastructure, but for your own productivity and focus.\u00a0 Accessing blocked content or sites on a company device\/network is still a violation that can lead to <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/tsisupport.com\/tsistaging\/an-it-perspective-to-mitigating-risk-during-an-employee-dismissal\/\">termination<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>Remember this, a major difference between traditional VPN\u2019s and Opera\u2019s feature is that their plug-in provides anonymity only to your web surfing inside the browser.\u00a0 This does not protect you from company installed monitoring or any other software you may be using while on public networks such as Outlook or Skype.\u00a0 All activity outside of the Opera browser still remains accessible, so while it is a huge step in browsing security\/privacy, you should be aware of the limitations.<\/p>\n<p>For information regarding VPN business applications for remote users, <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/tsisupport.com\/tsistaging\/contact\/\">contact us<\/a><\/strong>!<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #800000;\"><strong>Download Installation Links:<\/strong><\/span><br \/>\n<a 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