The OpenVPN and WireGuard protocols are available in most popular VPNs, but what makes them different, and which one should you use? We explain what they do and help you decide which is best for you.

WireGuard is faster, lighter, and more secure than previous VPN encryption standards, but it has some drawbacks, too. We help you decide if the new security protocol is right for you. I'm a senior ...

Rae Hodge was a senior editor at CNET. She led CNET's coverage of privacy and cybersecurity tools from July 2019 to January 2023. As a data-driven investigative journalist on the software and services ...

WireGuard is a security-focused virtual private network (VPN) known for its simplicity and ease of use. It uses proven cryptography protocols and algorithms to protect data. Originally developed for ...

Some devices don't need to be connected to the internet with your home IP address publicly visible, and if you use OPNsense, it's actually very easy to automatically route designated traffic over a ...

LEWES, Del.—Virtual private network provider Atlas VPN has introduced support for its state-of-the-art WireGuard protocol, which aims to be a more modern, faster, and secure alternative to existing ...

When it comes to online privacy, there have been numerous ways that you can protect yourself and your data. However, the VPN remains the most popular method to keep your privacy safe while browsing ...

VPN service provider Surfshark announced on Tuesday that its WireGuard VPN protocol now offers post-quantum protection.