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VPN vs Proxy Explained - Pros and Cons

Hussein Nasser via YouTube

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Explore the differences, pros, and cons of VPNs and proxies in this comprehensive 36-minute video. Learn how VPNs create a secure tunnel for all network traffic at the lowest level, while proxies act as intermediaries for specific requests. Discover the advantages of VPNs, such as traffic encryption and access to restricted content, alongside their potential drawbacks like slower speeds and data logging. Understand how proxies offer caching, website blocking, and load balancing capabilities, but may be bypassed by applications and lack default encryption. Gain insights into the technical aspects of both technologies, including their implementation at different network layers, to make informed decisions about which solution best suits your needs.

Syllabus

Intro
What is a VPN
Pros & Cons
What is a Proxy?
Proxy PRos & Cons
NAT
OSI
TCP Tunneling
TLS
Do you need a VPN
TOR

Taught by

Hussein Nasser

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