Virtual Private Networks VPNs

[tillson]

Does anyone have experience of using VPNs? I want to be able to access iPlayer and other UK TV streaming services whilst abroad.

Any recommendations / experiences or tips would be most welcome. I anticipate that I will be accessing it via a broadband WiFi connection. Something that allows an iPad to connect / use a VPN would be useful too.

Thanks

 

[Deleted member 4366]

I've accessed them before using a proxy server, which is also what your kids use to get round any blocked sites. Somebody set it up for me, so I can't really help with links; however, I found this on Google:
Public Proxy Servers - Free Proxy Server List

 

[jazper53]

I use Hotspot shield, free to user with ads ideal for getting around Virgin's ban on TPB, not sure it would be any good for streaming as the dl rate is limited.

 

[funkylyn]

Ive always used "Ex Pat shield" whilst abroad without any problems, I have it downloaded ready to launch when required.

Lynda

 

[hopper_rider]

I've accessed them before using a proxy server, which is also what your kids use to get round any blocked sites. Somebody set it up for me, so I can't really help with links; however, I found this on Google:
Public Proxy Servers - Free Proxy Server List

A little ironic that the site also has tracking in place

 

[hopper_rider]

I recently noticed that my AV had expired. I reinstalled and received suggestions about installing DoNotTrackMe. I hadnt gone looking for this sort of thing but thought I would give it a go. Almost instantly I received a boost in speed when browsing the internet.

Its amazing just how many sites track your movements these days. It causes a real reduction in speed.

 

[Scimitar]

I recently noticed that my AV had expired. I reinstalled and received suggestions about installing DoNotTrackMe. I hadnt gone looking for this sort of thing but thought I would give it a go. Almost instantly I received a boost in speed when browsing the internet.

Its amazing just how many sites track your movements these days. It causes a real reduction in speed.

Excellent tip; thanks. It's available for Firefox and Chrome.

 

[tillson]

Thanks all. Some useful tips and I think I've sorted it now.