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What to expect from a VPN

NOT ALL VPN services are equal — each one should be rigorously checked so that it meets your needs before you part with any money. A VPN’s performance will depend on the protocols it uses, plus how many servers it employs worldwide (the more servers it uses, the less congested each one will be). And speaking of servers, check to see which countries it offers servers in — is your chosen one covered?

Pricing is important, of course, but

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