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Most users believe that a VPN ensures secure and anonymous web browsing.
However, some VPN providers do not guarantee network security, and some even
share customer data with third parties. VPNs act as filters, transforming all
information into nonsense. VPNs mask IP addresses and hide the browsing history,
but they do not protect from malware. DNS queries and IPv6 traffic leaks can occur
through VPN tunnels if VPN is not configured correctly (Mocan, 1).'
There are numerous ways cybercriminals can track all user activities and data, even
if the IP address remains hidden. If a company wants to prevent its online activities
from falling into the wrong hands, it should ensure that the VPN software or vendor
does not store log files or keep connection records. User agreements and privacy
policies must be carefully read and negotiated. Privacy policies should clearly state
that the service does not store information about the client's activity or give it to third
parties (Mocan, 1). In addition, companies should pay attention to the country where
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