Which of the statements on Virtual Private Network (VPN) is/are correct?

It secures encryption.

It acts as an intermediary between your device and the destination webpage.

It changes your Internet Protocol address.

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Virtual Private Network is a private network that is virtually created when you surf the Web. Every time you switch on your VPN connection, a secure channel is created, which acts as an intermediary between your device and the destination webpage. Your data is then sent to an external VPN server, which then connects you to your destination. However, when the VPN server does this, your IP address, is changed and thus websites are unable to accurately track your location. This private network promotes online safety and enhances your overall privacy on the Web.
A VPN secures encryption, disguises whereabouts, data privacy is maintained, gives access to regional content, secures data transfer.

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Virtual Private Network is a private network that is virtually created when you surf the Web. Every time you switch on your VPN connection, a secure channel is created, which acts as an intermediary between your device and the destination webpage. Your data is then sent to an external VPN server, which then connects you to your destination. However, when the VPN server does this, your IP address, is changed and thus websites are unable to accurately track your location. This private network promotes online safety and enhances your overall privacy on the Web.
A VPN secures encryption, disguises whereabouts, data privacy is maintained, gives access to regional content, secures data transfer.

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