What Is VPN & How Does It Work? | VPN Explained In 5 Minutes | Virtual Private Network | Simplilearn
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5 min, 50 sec
A detailed explanation of the risks associated with using public Wi-Fi without a VPN, how a VPN protects data, and the additional benefits of using a VPN.
Summary
- Jude's bank account gets hacked due to a transaction over unsecured airport Wi-Fi.
- The video explains how the hacker intercepted Jude's data and how a VPN could have prevented it.
- A VPN creates a secure tunnel, encrypts data, changes IP address, and allows access to geo-restricted content.
- The video encourages the viewer to use a VPN for secure online transactions and offers a chance to win gift vouchers.
Chapter 1
Jude uses airport Wi-Fi for a bank transaction which results in her account being hacked.
- Jude realizes she missed a bank payment and uses public Wi-Fi at the airport to complete it.
- After the transaction, she learns her account was hacked and funds were stolen.
- The bank suggests using a VPN for future transactions.
Chapter 2
An explanation of how Jude's data was compromised and how a VPN could have protected her.
- The hacker intercepted Jude's data during the transaction by monitoring unsecured Wi-Fi traffic.
- A VPN creates a secure tunnel that hides IP address and encrypts data, making it invisible to hackers.
Chapter 3
Chapter 4
The video engages viewers with a quiz, promotes cyber security careers, and encourages channel interaction.
- Viewers are asked to answer a VPN-related question for a chance to win gift vouchers.
- The rise in cyber attacks is highlighted, emphasizing the importance of digital information protection.
- The video promotes a career in cyber security and encourages watching more content from the channel.
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