HOT SPOT SHIELD LATEST VERSION :
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- Hotspot Shield
is a free program that allows you to secure your connection while
surfing WiFi hotspots and to access sites not normally available outside
of the USA, like Huluand Pandora.
How does it work?
To secure your internet connection, Hotspot Shield creates a
Virtual Private Network
(a secure connection, usually abbreviated to VPN) between your computer
and the Hotspot Shield developer's website, Anchorfree, based in the
USA. This connection makes websites think that you are based in the US.
Everything is done in an extra tab open in your browser, so there's
no need to configure
anything. A green and red shield in your system tray indicates when
Hotspot Shield is or is not connected. The VPN is encrypted with
128 bit SSL encryption so you can surf safely without worrying about others intercepting your data.
Accessing blocked sites
The major reason why users are flocking to Hotspot Shield is because
it allows you to view US websites that are usually restricted to people
who don't live there. This is particularly useful for video sites such
as
Hulu or region-restricted restricted videos on
YouTube.
Hotspot Shield generally works very well. It is ad-supported,
however, and be warned that it tries to install a toolbar, although you
can opt out of this. If you've got
Expat Shield
installed, you'll also need to remove it before installing Hotspot
Shield. Bear in mind that surfing with Hotspot Shield is noticeably
slower than normal, but it's fine for streaming video from video sites
such as Hulu.
Hotspot Shield now includes malware protection meaning that while
using it, you shouldn't get infected by anything that may damage your
system.
If you'd like an app that allows you to access other types of blocked
and banned sites, check out the rest of our VPNs and access apps
here.
Hotspot Shield is easy to install and a useful way of accessing sites and protecting your privacy.
Recent changes
- New, intuitive and simple user interface
- Automatic network detection
- Can be installed on corporate/enterprise networks
- Admin privileges not required in order to install and use software
- Connection status icon
- Various bug fixes
Notes
Most recently, the developers have added malware protection
meaning that while using Hotspot Shield, you shouldn't get infected by
anything that may damage your system.
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