How to Set Up a VPN on Windows

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Click on the Windows button in the bottom left of your screen.

   The information that you need to enter is:
   For VPN provider, select Windows (built-in).
   
   For connection name, enter anything you'd like.
   
   For server name or address, enter the hostname of your VPN server or the IP address.
   
   For type of sign-in info, select the authentication method that your VPN prefers.
   
   Enter your authentication info and click Save. ,, Verify that your IP address and geo-location have changed to the servers that you are connecting to. , You have just configured your computer to use a VPN!
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   Step 2: Click on Settings (the gear button).

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   Step 3: Click on Network & Internet.

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   Step 4: Click on VPN in the left hand tool bar.

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   Step 5: Click on Add VPN.

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   Step 6: Enter your settings.

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   Step 7: Click on your new VPN Connection and click Connect.

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   Step 8: Go to whatismyipaddress.com.

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   Step 9: Congratulations!

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