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.
What is Latency?
What is 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.
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Bandwidth
The maximum rate of data transfer across a network connection. VPN services may throttle or limit bandwidth on free tiers. EdgeVPN provides unlimited bandwidth on all plans for unrestricted streaming and downloads.
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.
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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