The Wirecutter:

Everyone can benefit from an increase to their privacy and security, and reliable services are available for less than $4 per month. Setup is automated, too—you need only install a small application. To track down the best advice about what a VPN can and can’t do for everyday people, we rounded up research and advice from around the Web, and we spoke with Rich Mogull, the CEO of security consultancy Securosis.

The idea of a VPN seems intimidating but there are plenty of apps and services available that make it pretty easy to set up. The peace of mind is worth it.