Jesse claims that by using a VPN he is completely anonymous online. Is Jesse correct? A. Yes, because a VPN hides the IP address of the user.
B. Yes, because a VPN encrypts all of the packets that Jesse sends and receives.
C. No, because Jesse’s identity is still known by the VPN provider.
D. No, because a VPN only hides outgoing packets, while incoming packets are not encrypted.
C. No, because Jesse’s identity is still known by the VPN provider.
While a VPN does mask your IP address and encrypts your internet traffic, it doesn’t make you completely anonymous. The VPN provider can still see your activity and retain logs that could potentially be linked back to you. This means that anonymity is not guaranteed while using a VPN. Additionally, other factors, such as cookies and your online behavior, can still reveal your identity.