CNET Editors' review
A VPN is a virtual private network, an isolated subset of the Internet that allows for much greater security and privacy without sacrificing the Internet's ability to connect far-flung PCs and users together. VPNs have lots of uses, such as telecommuting into a corporate network, secure collaboration with others -- even on the other side of the world -- and private browsing. With a VPN, you can surf the Web anonymously and securely, leaving no traces. Free VPN from VPN Master is an easy-to-use VPN tool for Windows. Free VPN comes with more than 1,400 minutes of free access on VPN Master's network. After that, you can opt for an inexpensive monthly plan, if you'd like. We looked around for some sort of limitations or fine print, but it appears that your free minutes start when you start using Free VPN and end when they run out.
Free VPN is easy to use, but you must provide a username and e-mail address to access the VPN servers. But the rest is easy; Free VPN's tiny, draggable, Aero-style interface has two buttons, Connect and Disconnect. We pressed Connect, and a message indicated we were connected while a counter began counting down our free minutes. VPN Master says its network doesn't compromise browsing speed. Experience made us skeptical, but bandwidth tests proved the claim, and Free VPN didn't affect our bandwidth at all -- a first, for us. There's no Help file or support for Free VPN, beyond VPN Master's contact form and FAQs.
Now we understand that there are many reasons for wanting to use a VPN, and not all of them are ethical or even legal, at least maybe not in your country. But that's the point: the Internet reaches all corners of the globe, but not all of them allow free and open access, and tools that let citizens communicate freely, safely, and anonymously are obviously a good thing, though in this case, "freely" doesn't necessarily mean "for free." But it goes without saying that it's a good thing that Free VPN is said to work perfectly nearly everywhere, including China and the Middle East.
Publisher's Description
From VPNMaster:
Free VPN software. Unblock Web sites, surf anonymously. At full broadband speed. Servers from USA, Canada, UK and Germany. Change your IP easy and secure. No logs are kept. Super fast servers. 7/24 live support. Top class service. Works perfect in Middle East and China.
What's new in this version: Version 2.1 total new design and connectivity features.
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All versions:
4.4 starsout of 228 votes
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Current version:
4.3 starsout of 145 votes
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"Totally FAKE & Dangerous!! You've been warned!!"
Version: Free VPN 1.1
Pros
Absolutely none. See below.
Cons
Here's the reality; after you install it and close it, you'll never find it again. It provides very poor proxy functionality during the "trial" and tries to get you to subscribe to a full program run from some third world country. How? It changes your settings so that your internet connection is throttled; you'll be rolling back Windows to get things back the way that they were. Horrifically dangerous, and there's virtually no way to uninstall it, as it hides itself nicely all over your system, including the registry.
Summary
Read all of the "glowing reviews". They are ALL written in the same horrible, broken English. None are real, and neither is this program. If this program was ever legitimate - I have my doubts - it has since been hijacked by someone malicious. DO NOT INSTALL THIS. You'll be very sorry if you do; you've been warned.
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"Good but not best"
Version: Free VPN 1.1
Pros
Small size , User friendly ,Easily portable
Cons
Sometimes it stops working,
Summary
It is a good software but not best one . It like it but not so much . Sometimes, it does not response or take long time to respond and suddenly it stops working middle of some important task. I need its more improvised version.
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"importunate tool for pc"
Version: Free VPN 1.1
Pros
Good virtual private network..............
Cons
awesome virtual private network................
Summary
It is very impotent tool of the computer and it take a good frequency of the virtual private network. Every one must use this for their virtual private network. Thank you.
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"This is an awesome application"
Version: Free VPN 1.1
Pros
In our country we have there is many block website. I think this application help me to open this block site with the easiest way. also this keep me safe from hackers.
Cons
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Summary
I think this is the best solution for the private network.
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"Absolutely Excellent software."
Version: Free VPN 1.1
Pros
Really VPN is a great software. I am satisfied to use it.I like it very much.
Cons
Excellent software.
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"Useful to Have one! For everyone..."
Version: Free VPN 1.1
Pros
Easy to use. The interface is great easy for everyone.
Cons
Need a portable version to ease the use.
Summary
To ensure your privacy protection you will need this.
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"nice VPN softwer"
Version: Free VPN 1.1
Pros
the value of the software has brought me great help
Cons
you must provide a username and e-mail address to access the VPN servers
Summary
VPN is a virtual internet network gives users privacy without losing the ability to connect to the remote computer. Aero-style interface has two buttons, Connect and Disconnect
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"i think it is really a nice software"
Version: Free VPN 1.1
Pros
it is so easy to use and so easy to work with
Cons
i only get the beneficial result and it did not give problem at all
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"This site is very useful."
Version: Free VPN 1.1
Pros
This software is useful for people who surf in cnet. This site is very interesting and cool. This site is popular all over the world.
Cons
Nice Software and helpful system for every body in this world.
Summary
This sofware is helpful for everybody.
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"Best Security Software"
Version: Free VPN 1.1
Pros
It enhances security of web and we can surf anonymously. Most important thing is our privacy is protected.
Cons
I have not seen any fault, so far software is very good to use.
Summary
To have your privacy and security to be fully protected, best download this software and enjoy fearless browsing.
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