Top 5 Ways to Bypass Internet Shutdowns
It used to be that a government shutting down internet access was an extreme move taken in times of severe upheaval. However, the practice has become increasingly common, as internet shutdowns have been used during elections and student exams. Sometimes, it’s the whole internet. But more often, and on a longer-term basis, it’s blocking certain services. But there are steps you can take if service is affected. And it’s good to plan ahead. Here are five tips to help you stay online during an internet shutdown: 1. VPNs. Get a good virtual private network that you can trust. You may even need two in case one is successfully blocked itself. A VPN encrypts your internet traffic and protects your online privacy. Because the VPN redirects the IP address, the user’s identity and location remain private. This means a VPN could help you access the broader network if your local internet connection is blocked. SEE: What Is a VPN? Definition, How It Works, and More (TechRepublic) Must-read IoT coverage 2. A mesh network. This is a …