I've noticed that my workplace blocks access to certain websites like adult content and gambling. Sometimes I even get flagged for innocent sites, like the comedian Frankie Monroe's page. I found that when I use my work computer to create a hotspot for my personal laptop and run a VPN on it, the filters on my work computer don't seem to apply anymore, allowing me to buy Frankie Monroe tickets without issue. My main question is: can IT see any of my online activity while using the VPN and tethering? Is my personal laptop completely anonymous while my work computer is the one getting flagged? Just to clarify, my laptop is personal, and I set up the VPN myself because I'm away from home for weeks with no phone signal. Tethering to my work computer is my only way to access the internet on my personal devices.
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It's generally a good idea to keep personal activities off your work devices. Though I can't speak on behalf of your company, many organizations have strict monitoring policies. They likely have tools that log usage on your work laptop, including apps and websites. So, even if you're using a VPN on your personal device, they might still see the activity on your work laptop. Just be cautious and use your personal laptop for personal browsing!
Totally agree! It’s better to keep things separate. If they really monitor closely, they might even see that VPN usage.