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My Top 3 VPN Choices

The Best VPN for Apple Devices

ProtonVPN

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Proton AG, a Swiss-based VPN provider established in 2016, is a formidable player in the VPN industry. With a free basic tier and a feature-rich premium option, it stands out for its efficient iOS and macOS client. This makes it the top choice for Apple devices. The company also provides a student discount.

The Best VPN for Linux Devices

Mullvad VPN

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Mullvad is a low-cost, fast VPN with a strong emphasis on transparency and security. Established in 2009 and based in Sweden, it doesn’t offer a free trial. Ideal for users like me who don’t use Windows or macOS, Mullvad has the best Linux client among VPN providers. If you’re a Linux user, I highly recommend choosing Mullvad over its competitors as they prioritize Linux support.

Honorable Mention

IVPN

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IVPN is a top-tier VPN service operating since 2009, headquartered in Gibraltar. Although it has fewer servers than other VPNs I’ve used for more than a year, IVPN offers a comparable range of features.

My Criteria

based on Privacy Guides criteria. I feel if you are going to purchase a VPN service you might as well get the best in terms of security, privacy and technology. Privacy Guides have established a very good list of strict criteria checklists for VPN’s

Student Discounts

ProtonVPN

ProtonVPN offers a student discount upon filling out their support form found here

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Orbot – A Guide for College Students on Restricted Networks

Orbot is a free and open-source software application that allows users to access the internet anonymously through the Tor network. It can be particularly useful for college students who are on a restricted or blocked network.

Here is a guide on how to use Orbot to benefit as a college student on a restricted network:

  1. Download Orbot from the App Store or Google Play Store.
  2. Once Orbot is installed, open the app and tap on the “Start” button to start the Tor network. Note: On iOS devices, you may need to authenticate a VPN profile with your phone's passcode before continuing.
  3. Orbot will now establish a connection to the Tor network. This may take a few minutes.
  4. Once Orbot is connected to the Tor network, you can use it to access websites that may be blocked or restricted on your college’s network.
  5. You can begin browsing the internet anonymously through the Tor network. Any websites that were previously blocked on your college’s network should now be accessible.
  6. If you want to stop using Orbot, simply tap on the “Stop” button in the app. This will disconnect you from the Tor network.
  7. If you want to customize your Orbot settings, tap on the “Settings” button in the app. Here, you can change various settings such as the proxy type, the number of hops, and the location of the Tor entry node.

By using Orbot, you can bypass internet restrictions and access blocked websites on your college’s network. This can be particularly useful for researching or accessing course materials that may be restricted on the college’s network. I hope this guide helps you get started with using Orbot as a college student on a restricted network!