The OpenVPN and WireGuard protocols are available in most popular VPNs, but what makes them different, and which one should you use? We explain what they do and help you decide which is best for you.

Mullvad will remove OpenVPN support from January 15, 2026 The move comes as the VPN provider looks to prioritize WireGuard Mullvad has also announced the arrival of in-app updates for Windows and Mac ...

Want to learn more about VPN protocols? In this guide, we compare the WireGuard and OpenVPN protocols to help you decide which protocol is the best option for you. When it comes to VPN protocols, ...

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A VPN is simply an encrypted connection between two computers, each side running VPN software. The two sides, however, are not equal. The software that you, as the user of a VPN service deal with, is ...

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Unlike most other VPN services, OpenVPN is a project that utilizes an open-source encryption protocol. In short, the vast OpenSSL library has no owner and is maintained and supported by a worldwide ...

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