Steps to set up VPN on Windows 10

VPN (virtual private network) is often used for security and privacy purposes when using the network in a public place like a coffee shop. Nowadays, creating your own VPN is quite easy, you don't need to use other software like Hotspot Shield anymore. The article will show you how to create a VPN for  Windows 10 computers  , follow along!

1. How to Create a VPN Profile on Windows 10

The first thing you need to do is create a VPN configuration on your computer. Follow the steps below!

Step 1:  Click on  the Windows icon  in the lower left corner of the screen > Select  Settings .

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Step 2:  Select  Network & Internet .

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Step 3:  In the VPN section  , select  Add a VPN connection .

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Step 4:  When the new interface appears, please fill in some necessary information below, then select  Save  to save.

- VPN provider:  Select  Windows (built-in) .

- Connection name:  Enter   your desired connection name (similar to the WiFi name you set up specifically for your phone).

- Server name or address:  Enter  the server name  or  IP address of  that server .

- VPN Type:  Select  Point to Point Tunneling Protocol (PPTP)  or  L2TP/IPsec with pre-shared key .

- Type of sign-in info:  Select  User name and password .

- User name:  Enter the username.

- Password:  Create your own password.

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In case you use a personal computer, you can  tick Remember my sign-in info  so that the system automatically saves your login information. If you're setting up a company machine, you can leave this option unchecked for your own security.

2. How to Connect to a VPN on Windows 10

Once you've finished creating your own VPN profile, you need to connect to that VPN on your computer.

Please perform the following steps: After clicking  Save , the screen will return to  the main interface of VPN , this time you select the newly created VPN and select  Connect .

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In case you want to change the VPN settings, follow these steps:

Step 1:  Select  Advanced options .

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Adjust the information at Advanced options

Step 2:  Select  Edit  to proceed with editing.

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After completing the above steps, you have created a VPN right on Windows 10. However, you should not use this virtual private network VPN too much because it may be related to your own safety and security. .

3. How to Disconnect VPN on Windows 10

In case you have no need to continue using the VPN or want to remove a server from the list, you can disconnect or remove it completely. Please follow the next steps.

Step 1:  At the VPN interface  , select the VPN you want to disconnect > Select  Disconnect .

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Step 2:  Select  Remove .

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Step 3:  Select  Remove  again to confirm.

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The article showed you how to create a dedicated VPN for your computer, leave a comment below if any problems arise! Wishing you success!

David Pac

Update 24 June 2021