How to Hide an IP Address in Vista

The IP address on your computer is like your home's physical address. It allows you to be located and identified even in cyberspace. For privacy reasons, many people prefer not to have their IP addresses known. There are a few ways to go about hiding an IP address in Vista, but the easiest way is to use a desktop application that will route you through different proxy servers.

Instructions

1. Download Windows Vista-compatible "Hide the IP 2009" and install it by double-clicking on the executable file. You will have to close your Internet browser before the installation can complete.

2. Follow the on-screen instructions to install the trial version.

3. Browse the Internet as normal. Hide the IP will disguise your IP address so you can browse sites anonymously and access sites that are blocked.

4. Be aware that you must buy a serial number and pay for a subscription to use the full functions of the program.

5. Access the Internet manually through proxy sites if you want to avoid paying for a program like "Hide the IP," but this is time consuming and can slow down your browsing experience.

References

• How to Hide Your IP: Hide IP Address Blog

Resources

• Hide the IP 2009 Download
• Hide My Ass! Free Proxy and Privacy Tools