Gearing up for the potential collapse of internet connectivity: tailor-made solutions or ready-made options?
Gearing up for the potential collapse of internet connectivity: tailor-made solutions or ready-made options?
So uh, hey. I need a quick urgent issue to tackle. We’re about to face Indonesia’s biggest internet restriction via its registry system. Even if everything goes smoothly (which is unreal with limited info for developers), collecting data for the government would pose serious privacy risks—not just for me, but also my family. We have 7 devices online (3 computers, 4 phones) and use them heavily: daily video views, media groups, game downloads, emails, etc. My concern is whether to choose custom cloud hosting like Vultr or go with a subscription service such as ProtonVPN. I want low latency and high speed, but ideally without running out of bandwidth.
I suggest setting up your own VPN on a VPS such as Vultr or Linode, yes. Because regulations can change unexpectedly—like ProtonVPN’s recent compliance shift. Honestly, this seems really confusing. India has just passed laws forcing VPN providers to share data, and they’re also banning certain social platforms while restricting DNS changes. It’s hard to understand why that affects TikTok specifically.
Another option is using cloud computing, perhaps from Microsoft if India doesn’t impose strict bans. You could access Windows PCs via Office 365 or similar alternatives like Shadow Gaming PC. For mobile users, a VPN might still be useful.
I'm sorry, but the website mentions the Indonesian government, which isn't relevant to my understanding. I haven't used any personal experiences with VPS servers. Based on what I see, services like Vultr let you choose a location, such as Singapore, and Linode offers coverage in places like Sydney and other nearby areas.
ProtonVPN, the Swiss company, stands as a genuine defender of privacy, among the rare VPNs that truly safeguard users. While many VPN services rely on Google Analytics, ProtonVPN employs the open-source Matomo Analytics instead. Their stance on India's new laws is clear: they label it as a high-risk country and enforce strict privacy rules. You can read more about their approach here: https://www.techcircle.in/2022/05/06/pro...on-privacy And for details on their policies for high-risk regions, visit: https://protonvpn.com/blog/vpn-servers-h...countries/
I agree as long as they can collect the fines India imposes, that's acceptable. I wasn't aware they relied on an open source system, which makes me feel responsible since Windscribe also transitioned to open source—possibly similar. Yes, there are benefits to hosting your own VPN; it could be quicker than self-configuring one. Some might prefer the convenience of a subscription service like ProtonVPN, while others value having full control over their setup. If a provider fails, you can monitor servers and attempt fixes yourself. For ProtonVPN specifically, responsibility lies with them, but I believe many people would appreciate providers managing technical issues. Just noting that VPNs do experience downtimes occasionally, though it's not a constant problem. Personally, it depends on individual preferences or priorities. SorryClaire