VPN stands for Virtual Private Network, is a network technology that creates a secure network connection when participating in a public network such as the Internet or a private network owned by a service provider. Large corporations, educational institutions, and government agencies use VPN technology to allow remote users to securely connect to their agency's private network.
In this article, WebTech360 will guide you how to install and use VPN on Windows 11 .
How to Install VPN on Windows 11
Step 1 : Open Settings > Network & internet > VPN .
Step 2 : In the VPN connections section , click Add VPN to add a new VPN.
Step 3 : Open the drop-down menu in the VPN Provider selection section and select Windows (built-in) .
Step 4 : In the Connection name setting , enter the name you want to set for your VPN (Example: WebTech360).
Step 5 : In the Server name or address setting , enter the VPN server name or VPN IP address (Example: WebTech360 or 183.183.1.10).
Step 6 : If your VPN does not require a protocol, select Automatic in the VPN type section or enter the protocol provided by your company or school.
Step 7 : If your school/company provides an authentication account, you will need to enter your account and password in the Type of sign-in info section .
Step 8 : Select Save to save VPN.
How to use VPN on Windows 11
There are many ways to use a VPN and the easiest way is to connect from the Quick settings area.
Step 1 : Click on the network, sound and battery icons on the Taskbar to open Quick settings.
Step 2 : Click on the arrow next to the VPN icon to select the VPN you need to connect to.
Step 3 : Click Connect.
If you cannot access VPN from Quick settings, you can go to Settings > Network & internet > VPN and then click Connect in the VPN you need to connect to.
How to delete a VPN
Step 1 : Open Settings > Network & internet > VPN .
Step 2 : Click on the VPN you want to delete. If that VPN is connected, you need to click the Disconnect button to disconnect first.
Step 3 : Click the down arrow next to Connect and then click Remove to delete the VPN.
Good luck!
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