Meaning of the word "virtual private network" in English

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virtual private network

US /ˈvɜːrtʃuəl ˈpraɪvət ˈnetwɜːrk/
UK /ˈvɜːtʃuəl ˈpraɪvət ˈnetwɜːk/
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Noun

a technology that creates a safe and encrypted connection over a less secure network, such as the internet

Example:
I use a virtual private network to access my office files from home.
A virtual private network helps protect your privacy while browsing online.