
How VPNs Bypass Censorship (Safely)
In some countries, the internet can feel like a library with half the shelves locked. You type in a website and get a blank page, an error, or a “not allowed here” message. VPNs are one way around that.
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In some countries, the internet can feel like a library with half the shelves locked. You type in a website and get a blank page, an error, or a “not allowed here” message. VPNs are one way around that.

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