If you’re looking to set up a VPN on your Windows 10 computer, you’ve come to the right place. In this tutorial, we’ll walk you through the steps required to get your VPN up and running in no time.
Step 1: Go to Settings
Firstly, click on the ‘Start’ button located at the bottom-left corner of your screen and then click on the ‘Settings’ icon that looks like a gear.
Step 2: Click on Network & Internet
Once you’re inside the ‘Settings’ menu, click on the ‘Network and Internet’ option.
Step 3: Click on VPN
Within the ‘Network and Internet’ menu, you’ll see a tab called ‘VPN’ in the left sidebar. Click on it.
Step 4: Add a VPN Connection
On the right side of the ‘VPN’ tab, you’ll see a button that says ‘Add a VPN connection’. Click on it.
Step 5: Fill Out VPN Details
After clicking the ‘Add a VPN connection’ button, you’ll see a form where you need to fill out all the necessary details to connect to your VPN. Here’s what you need to provide:
- VPN Provider: Choose the name of your VPN provider.
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Connection Name: Name your VPN connection.
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Server Name or Address: Enter the server location you want to connect to.
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VPN Type: Select the type of VPN you’re using, either PPTP, L2TP/IPsec, SSTP, or IKEv2.
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Type of Sign-in Info: Choose either User name and password, Smart Card, or One-time password.
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Username and Password: Provide your username and password you use to connect to your VPN.
Step 6: Connect to VPN
Once you’ve filled out the form, click on the ‘Save’ button. You’ll now see your newly created VPN connection in the list of available VPN connections. To connect to the VPN, simply click on the ‘Connect’ button next to your VPN connection.
Congratulations, you’ve successfully set up a VPN on your Windows 10 computer. Enjoy browsing the internet with added privacy and security!