You can connect your Mac to a VPN if your company has one by establishing an account in the System Preferences. The exact steps will vary on the type of VPN you are using however, most of the time it involves importing the security certificate for your VPN. (Information on how to do this can be found on the VPN’s website.
If you don’t have access a VPN service for business you can set up an L2TP connection by using the built-in VPN settings of your Apple computer. To do so go to the System Preferences tab and select Network. Then choose the + icon to add a VPN connection. To establish the connection, you’ll need know your server’s address, account username as well as password and shared secret.
Once you have all of these details, you are able to start browsing the Internet using your Mac’s VPN connection. Your internet searches will go through the VPN and make it impossible for anyone else to observe your online activities. This will also safeguard you from your internet service provider selling your personal information. Net neutrality is currently under attack by ISPs may allow them to sell your browsing history, and possibly your physical location.
Another reason to install a VPN on your MacBook is to access content that may be blocked in your area. A VPN can help you overcome this. Many websites for entertainment restrict content based upon your location. To do this, you’ll be required to sign up with a premium VPN service such as Surfshark and then download the application for your Mac.