(ISC)2 Certified in Cybersecurity Practice Exam

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What does a VPN provide for network communications?

Faster data transfer rates
A secure communications mechanism
Free internet access
Higher bandwidth

The correct answer is: A secure communications mechanism

A Virtual Private Network (VPN) provides a secure communications mechanism for network communications. It establishes a private, encrypted connection over a public network, such as the internet. This encryption ensures that the data being transmitted between the user and the VPN server is protected from interception by malicious actors. In addition to encryption, a VPN also creates a secure tunnel through which the data travels, helping to maintain confidentiality and integrity, making it especially valuable for users needing to transmit sensitive information or access resources remotely. While some may associate VPNs with benefits like faster data transfer rates or higher bandwidth, these are not inherent functions of a VPN and can vary based on various factors, including the limitations of the user's internet service and the VPN provider. Similarly, the idea of free internet access does not accurately represent what VPNs do; they do not provide internet access themselves but rather facilitate a secure pathway for accessing the internet while protecting user privacy.