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So what is the deal with this "internet kill switch" I keep hearing about?

posted 3 years ago by zeppelincheetah 3 years ago by zeppelincheetah +11 / -0

Does it mean literally all internet will be shut down? How can that even happen?

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– HalfSlow 1 point 3 years ago +1 / -0

The term can also be used by a VPN. A kill switch on a VPN prevents internet access when the VPN is disconnected. It prevents leaks should a site send a request while you are not connected through the VPN.

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