Ping

Measurement of latency, showing how long it takes data to travel to a destination and back. Lower ping is better for gaming. VPNs add some ping, but WireGuard's efficient design minimizes the impact.

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What is Ping?

Measurement of latency, showing how long it takes data to travel to a destination and back. Lower ping is better for gaming. VPNs add some ping, but WireGuard's efficient design minimizes the impact.

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Latency

Time delay between sending data and receiving a response, measured in milliseconds (ms). VPNs add some latency due to encryption and routing. WireGuard protocol minimizes latency impact for fast, responsive connections.

WireGuard

Modern VPN protocol with exceptional speed, security, and efficiency. Only ~4,000 lines of code (vs OpenVPN's ~100,000) make it highly auditable. Best protocol for everyday VPN use with minimal speed impact.

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