RiseUP VPN 12-12-2012, 02:42 PM
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I only recently started using a VPN full time, since prior, I've had no use for one.
Now, I was considering purchasing a VPN, but as my friend pointed out, that's a horrible idea, it'd be linked back to me so I wouldn't gain anything.
He then suggested RiseUP, who provide a free (albeit invite only) VPN service.
So, let's see, what's there to know about it:
Price: It's free! Joining requires either two invites from current RiseUP members, or you can put in a join request, and they'll review and either accept or deny your request.
Speed: It's fairly fast, and since I'm Australia, I feel as if it's made my internet faster than usual. I haven't done any speed tests or actual testing, but I haven't seen any noticeable differences.
Security: I'm not an expert, but it's pretty good. Everything goes through their network, which have two main clusters, located in both East and West US. Every time you connect, you're allocated a new IP, and this IP is for you, and you only. Unless they're running low on allocatable IPs at the time, you'll be the only person using this IP for a looooong time.
They also block out various ad networks aswell as scamware, so that you're transparently protected from problematic sites and tracking on the internet.
Ease of use: Could not be easier to use. I'm running Linux, so I just put the VPN details into my network manager, check autoconnect and I'm good to go. Everything, and I mean everything goes through the VPN with no other configuration needed. They provide information on setting up your VPN connection for all major operating systems (aswell as Android/iOS, I believe), which makes it a breeze.
Extra: Legion mentioned in his VPN review that the one he was talking about added ads to pages, etc. RiseUP doesn't do that. It's free, and they'll keep it that way. (They do however accept donations, which if you use it, I urge you to do)
You also get an email, @riseup.net, which allows you to securely accept emails without worrying about tiebacks. You can set a recovery email, but it's not required, if you're 100% you won't lose your password anytime.
Overall: I would give RiseUP a 9/10 (one being lowest, ten being highest) for everything. Their VPN service is amazing, aswell as the free email you get aswell.
Now, I was considering purchasing a VPN, but as my friend pointed out, that's a horrible idea, it'd be linked back to me so I wouldn't gain anything.
He then suggested RiseUP, who provide a free (albeit invite only) VPN service.
So, let's see, what's there to know about it:
Price: It's free! Joining requires either two invites from current RiseUP members, or you can put in a join request, and they'll review and either accept or deny your request.
Speed: It's fairly fast, and since I'm Australia, I feel as if it's made my internet faster than usual. I haven't done any speed tests or actual testing, but I haven't seen any noticeable differences.
Security: I'm not an expert, but it's pretty good. Everything goes through their network, which have two main clusters, located in both East and West US. Every time you connect, you're allocated a new IP, and this IP is for you, and you only. Unless they're running low on allocatable IPs at the time, you'll be the only person using this IP for a looooong time.
They also block out various ad networks aswell as scamware, so that you're transparently protected from problematic sites and tracking on the internet.
Ease of use: Could not be easier to use. I'm running Linux, so I just put the VPN details into my network manager, check autoconnect and I'm good to go. Everything, and I mean everything goes through the VPN with no other configuration needed. They provide information on setting up your VPN connection for all major operating systems (aswell as Android/iOS, I believe), which makes it a breeze.
Extra: Legion mentioned in his VPN review that the one he was talking about added ads to pages, etc. RiseUP doesn't do that. It's free, and they'll keep it that way. (They do however accept donations, which if you use it, I urge you to do)
You also get an email, @riseup.net, which allows you to securely accept emails without worrying about tiebacks. You can set a recovery email, but it's not required, if you're 100% you won't lose your password anytime.
Overall: I would give RiseUP a 9/10 (one being lowest, ten being highest) for everything. Their VPN service is amazing, aswell as the free email you get aswell.
That's how you write a review, motherfucker.
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). but ya, great review! 
