I'll be the first to admit that I'm not expert when it comes to VPNs. So, what the heck is a VPN and why is it a really good idea to have one? VPN stands for Virtual Private Network. A virtual private network uses a secure tunnel to connect to a remote server, encrypting all data that travels through the private tunnel VPN. Now, if you're still like... Ok, so, again, why do I really need one? Here's a few examples... Become Anonymous You can use a VPN to make your IP address disappear. This is useful in preventing online marketers, search engines and websites from analyzing and using your IP address or location. Secure Your Internet Connection VPNs can also be used to keep your data away from third parties. This is especially important if you frequently use public Wi-Fi in places like airports and coffee shops, and want to prevent your sensitive data from being compromised by hackers. Circumvent Website Blocks A VPN is also a way to get around cens...