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Most of our readers have probably heard of VPNs (virtual private networks). We've suggested VPN services for all sorts of tasks from watching cricket matches to keeping up with series like Love Island UK But what can these services really do? The short answer is a lot. VPNs are one of the best ways to not only enjoy international content, but also increase cybersecurity, avoid bandwidth throttling, and — with some — set parental controls.
One of the best VPNs right now is Norton VPN. If you're considering a VPN, check it out here. If you're not sold yet, read on for some of the best things you can do with Norton VPN.
Stream Internationally
For most people, the biggest draw with VPNs is international streaming. A good VPN will let you connect to internet servers in other countries, letting you access content that's otherwise unavailable to streamers in your physical location.
This is great if you're traveling and want access to your regular content libraries. Some streaming services are unavailable in other countries, and most major ones (such as Netflix and Disney+) have different libraries in other countries. This is great for seeing your own stuff (like you would at home) but it's even better for expanding the total amount of content you can access. Watch news from foreign countries, stream sports that aren't available in your location, or browse other countries' streaming libraries — no matter where you're located.
Increase Privacy & Security
Another one of the primary benefits of using a VPN is increased cybersecurity. As a longtime cybersecurity industry leader, Norton puts a special emphasis on the security aspect of its VPN. With the VPN turned off, you'll have an encrypted connection and a disguised IP address. This means other people on the same network can't read any of your data, and your physical location will be masked.
Set Parental Controls
There is a lot of content out there, and most of it is not for those under 18 years old. Norton VPN Ultimate — the service's top-tier subscription — includes the ability to effectively block certain websites for kids or anyone else on your devices. These controls also let you limit screen time and monitor what your little ones spend their time doing online.
Norton VPN Plans & Pricing
Norton VPN includes three plans: Standard, Plus, and Ultimate. All plans increase security on up to five devices and let you browse servers all over the world. The Plus plan adds more security, like Norton's Virus Protection Promise and password management, and 10GB of Cloud Backup for PCs. The Ultimate plan is good for families, adding those aforementioned parental controls and allowing up to 10 devices to use the service, among other upgrades.
The Norton VPN Standard plan is $79.99 a year, the Plus plan is $109.99 a year, and the Ultimate plan is $129.99 a year. However, Norton VPN is currently running a sale that gets you between 50% and 53% off your first year, bringing the starting price down to just $39.99 for an entire year of service (that's just $3.33 a month) for its standard plan.
Check out all the Norton VPN plans and pricing details here.
