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Hotspot Shield

Hotspot Shield - 0.942-2

protects you on public Wi-Fi by creating a private VPN

All Time: (1.0)
This Version: (1.0)
Current Version: 0.942-2
Release Date: 2008-05-24
License: Freeware
Downloads (this version): 3,749
Downloads (all versions): 3,749
Price: Free

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Product Description:

Sure, public Wi-Fi hotspots are great. After all, what would life be without checking your email each morning at your favorite cafe?

But while you're enjoying your latte and a bagel, some hacker might be accessing your passwords, credit card numbers, sensitive company data and much more. And standard antivirus software won't protect you.

That's why AnchorFree is pleased to offer Hotspot Shield. This free security software keeps your Internet connection secure at public hotspots, home or work.

Hotspot Shield creates a virtual private network (VPN) between your laptop and the wireless router. This impenetrable tunnel prevents snoopers and hackers from viewing your email, instant messages, credit card information or anything else you send over a wireless network. Which means you remain anonymous and protect your privacy.

Operating System Requirements:

This product is designed to run on the following operating systems:

  • Mac OS X 10.5 Intel
  • Mac OS X 10.5 PPC
  • Mac OS X 10.4 Intel
  • Mac OS X 10.4 PPC

Additional Requirements:

  • Mac OS X 10.4 PPC
  • Mac OS X 10.3.9
  • Mac OS X 10.4 Intel
  • Mac OS X 10.0
  • Mac OS X 10.1
  • Mac OS X 10.5 PPC
  • Mac OS X 10.2
  • Mac OS X 10.5 Intel
  • Mac OS X 10.3
  • Mac OS Classic

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Feedback Summary:

This Version:
Overall Rating: (1.0) Features: (2.0) Support: (1.0)
Ease of Use: (2.0) Quality / Stability: (1.0) Price: (5.0)
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Hotspot Shield ReviewPoor product - Version: 0.942-2, 5/24/2008 02:54PM PST

(2 of 3 users found this comment useful)

reasthope2
Too many sites didn't load. Although it is simple to us, no insrtuctions or read me came with the download. I had no idea an item would be installed in the menu bar so it took me a while to figure out how to turn it off.
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Hotspot Shield Usage TipGreat idea but too many sites don't load properly - Version: 0.942-2, 5/24/2008 11:34AM PST

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updater2534
Love the idea and the price but a lot of sites don't load properly for me, especially when I stay in hotels (I also have trouble sending *out* emails when staying in hotels so maybe they set up things more strictly than other public places.)

Note: I *don't* use adblockers, or have popups turned off in Safari.

If you just want to use it in train stations, bookstores, etc., is a good app but otherwise can be a pain. (P.S. I sent an email to the developers telling about them about these experiences but didn't hear back.)
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