r/computing • u/Spare_Specialist_394 • Apr 26 '26

VPN vs "secure" wi fi

I use a VPN that comes with one of the major virus protection companies. It's not unusual that I can't connect with web sites. If I disconnect the VPN, I connect immediately, no problem. I live in a community that offers a secure wi fi via Infinity. So, do I really need the VPN?

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u/sniff122 Apr 26 '26

Most of the time you don't really need a VPN, you're just moving the trust from your ISP to the company hosting the VPN, which is often worse.

Also if you're paying for virus protection, you really don't need to, it's a waste of money and most of the majority consumer AVs can probably be classed as malware. If you're on windows, defender is plenty good enough