I Set Up a VPN on My Roku to Unblock Streaming Content. You Probably Have the Equipment on Hand to Do So Too

Watching movies and shows from your favorite streaming services is convenient with a streaming device or smart TV. These devices allow you to access thousands of live and on-demand streaming options with the push of a button or a voice command. If you set up a VPN on your smart TV or streaming device, you can open up a world of streaming options far beyond what would normally be available in your location. Using a VPN can make streaming services register your connection as originating in another part of the world, which allows you to unblock geographically restricted content. On top of that, you'll keep your streaming activity private from your internet service provider and other online snoops because a VPN encrypts your internet traffic. While some streaming devices like Fire TV Stick and Apple TV offer native support for VPN apps, allowing you to download the VPN app directly to the device, Roku devices do not. So, you’ll need to take an alternate route to set up a VPN on your Roku ... Read full article.