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How to use a VPN on Chromecast or Google TV

Here's everything you need to know about installing and using a VPN on your Google TV or Chromecast streamer.

But no matter which generation of Google streamer you're using, you'll need a VPN(virtual private network) to expand your video options beyond your home library. For streaming purposes, VPNs have one clear benefit: spoofing your IP address to that of a different country so that you can access geo-restricted content. Good news: Robust VPN options (or alternatives) exist for the other major streaming platforms, too.

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