https://www.entrepreneur.com/article/350062

The internet can be a dangerous place. From companies harvesting data to hackers targeting personal information, it's easy to stumble into an unfortunate cyber accident. The consequences, however, can be extremely unfortunate. Using a Virtual Private Network (VPN) is one of the most essential precautions you can take while working online. Yes, even at home.

A VPN encrypts your connection and web traffic so when you browse the web, prying eyes can't see your computer's information and, by extension, your personal information. VPNs can also help you hide your location or mask your IP address so you can access your home Netflix while you're traveling abroad.