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To illustrate this concept, think of the internet as a postal service, where your requests to view websites are akin to sending letters. Previously, requests were similar to postcards - anyone along the way could read them. With improvements to internet security, particularly the introduction of HTTPS, these requests have become sealed, enhancing your privacy. However, VPNs took this concept further by masking your true location online, thus providing an additional layer of protection.