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Safe to make a VPN connection over coffee shop WIFI?
On my work laptop I regularly create a VPN connection that I use to remote desktop to our web server. Is this safe to do on a coffee shop where random people are connected to the same wifi network?
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Is a VPN the only way to protect against rogue Wifi access points MITM attacks?
Given that it's very easy set up a rogue access point and MITM that connection, is a VPN to a trusted host the only real way to secure my browsing and other TCP/UDP actions?
This question relates to ...
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Low level attacks on WLAN/LAN connection while connected to VPN
Is it really secure to connect to a (well-secured) VPN server over an unencrypted WLAN connection (or maybe a hotel Ethernet)?
I know, that there have been questions like this - but
I'm not asking ...
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Do VPNs provide sufficient protection over public wireless networks?
I know that VPNs are the standard way to secure communication between a remote user and their primary network, but I've never felt entirely comfortable relying on them when using an open wireless ...
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How to keep secure while browsing on open wifi when SSL VPN is blocked?
After a recent visit to a hotel I was surprised to discover that they blocked access to my OpenVPN server. I often use this as a way to secure my internet traffic when I am on public wireless. ...
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Public wifi security protocols
I should apologise first- this post could seem a lot to ask for, but I am starting to go around in circles. I am interested in securing my laptop for when I use public wireless hotspots, as I am a ...
