Microsoft is currently testing Edge Secure Network, a new security feature aimed at making browsing more secure and private. The functionality will function similarly to a VPN, protecting user data from cyber-attacks and hacker threats. Here’s everything you need to know about it.
Details about the Microsoft Edge Secure Network
Users’ internet connections will be encrypted to protect their data from harmful activities, thanks to a security feature developed in collaboration with Cloudflare. When Edge Secure Network is enabled, data is sent through an encrypted tunnel to create a safe network, even if the URL is not secure. This would prevent hackers and other services from obtaining browsing data such as websites viewed, which is especially important while using a public Wi-Fi network. The service will also hide a user’s real IP address by giving him or her a virtual IP address, allowing them to keep their location hidden.
Users will be required to sign into their Microsoft accounts in order to use the Edge Secure Network functionality, according to reports. Users will also receive a free 1GB of data each month attached to their account. Furthermore, all bandwidth data is destroyed at the end of each month, and Cloudflare does not save any data.
The built-in VPN services of several browsers, such as Opera and Mozilla, are similar to Microsoft Edge Secure Network. The firm has clear instructions on how to enable the feature, which can be done quickly and easily through the Settings menu.
Microsoft Edge Secure Network is presently a preview feature that can only be viewed by joining Microsoft Edge Insider channels. When it will be offered to the broader public remains to be seen.
