Tailscale Gives You Remote Access to Your LAN from Anywhere

[david0 (David C.)]

@fischej

So my remaining question is: Do I still need my third-party VPN subscription (I use NordVPN)? I’ve only ever used it to secure a WiFi connection outside my local network. I never found the “pretend you’re in country x” feature to do anything worthwhile.

@fischej
Jeff, If that’s all you use NordVPN for, there’s probably no need for it. As long as your home internet service is reliable (and fast enough for browsing/banking/emailing when you’re on the road), the ATV-as-exit-node should suffice to maintain your privacy when using hotspots and Internet cafes. That’s been my experience with tailnet. However, my home internet service is a speedy 500/500 Mbps over fibre . YMMV.

I’ve also encountered the “it appears you’re using a VPN….” error when attempting to use commercial VPNs to transport myself into another country. Some people have success with that use case; others not so much. I’ve never really pursued it.