[tor-bugs] #6900 [Tor Client]: Tor VPN mode feature
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#6900: Tor VPN mode feature
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Reporter: proper | Owner:
Type: enhancement | Status: new
Priority: normal | Milestone: Tor: 0.2.4.x-final
Component: Tor Client | Version:
Keywords: | Parent:
Points: | Actualpoints:
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VPNs vs Tor. Both have advantages and disadvantages. A lot people combine
both methods to reduce risks for leaks.
VPNs
* easy to set up
* route all traffic through Tor
* no DNS leaks
* less anonymous than Tor
Tor
* requires correct proxy settings
* in past there have been lots of leaks due to configuration mistakes or
application bugs
* if used correctly: more anonymous
Can't we combine all advantages? I am proposing a Tor VPN mode.
Once activated, Tor acts as a local VPN-like client and internally
redirects all traffic though Tor.
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Ticket URL: <https://trac.torproject.org/projects/tor/ticket/6900>
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