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Opera updates its desktop browser to automatically activate its free built-in VPN on public Wi-Fi networks

According to 9to5Mac, Opera updated its desktop browser to automatically activate its built-in VPN when users connect to public or unsecured Wi-Fi networks. The VPN is free and built into the desktop browser. The change means automatic VPN activation on public Wi-Fi connections.

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Opera updates its desktop browser to automatically activate its free built-in VPN on public Wi-Fi networks
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  1. 01Opera's desktop browser now auto-activates its built-in VPN on public or unsecured Wi-Fi.
  2. 02The built-in VPN is free.
  3. 03The update was announced today.

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