Hi DavidStudlock, Welcome to the Microsoft Community. I am a Microsoft user just like you, and I hope you are well.
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Norton 360 VPN, like many other VPN services, is designed to provide online privacy and security by encrypting your internet connection and hiding your IP address.
However, it is worth noting that Norton 360 VPN is included as part of the Norton 360 security suite, which offers other features such as real-time threat protection and an advanced firewall The VPN feature is designed to provide an additional layer of security and privacy by encrypting your internet connection and hiding your IP address.
Here's about its effectiveness:
- Good security and fast speeds: Norton Secure VPN has industry-standard security features like 256-bit AES encryption, a kill switch, a no-logs policy, and secure protocols.
- Beginner-friendly and intuitive interface: Norton Secure VPN is one of the most beginner-friendly VPNs on the market, with well-designed and user-friendly apps for Android, iOS, Windows, and macOS.
- Works well as an add-on to Norton 360 security suite: Norton Secure VPN is incredibly fast and works well enough as a simple add-on to the Norton 360 security suite
According to a user on the Norton Community forum, they experienced issues with the Norton 360 VPN, including disconnections and compatibility problems with other software . Additionally, another user reported that Norton Antivirus slowed down the performance of Microsoft Edge, which could potentially affect the VPN as well.
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I hope this is helpful! Best Regards, Utkarsh