IT SecurityQuestion 71 of 100
What is a VPN (Virtual Private Network) primarily used for?
a.To increase RAM
b.To defragment drives
c.To create a secure, encrypted connection over a public network
d.To generate stronger Wi-Fi signals
Explanation
A VPN creates an encrypted tunnel between a device and a remote network over the public internet. This protects data from eavesdropping and can mask the user's location. It is widely used for secure remote access to corporate resources.
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