I asked Norton VPN experts for tips on staying safe over Christmas — here's what they said

The seasonal holidays have arrived, and while many shoppers are hunting for the best deals, bad actors are also at their most active. One malicious link could be the difference between a merry and a miserable holiday.

VPNs have become an important tool in tackling scammers. Many now offer the features you need to stay safe online, whether that’s securing your internet connection while shopping online, or providing additional tools such as malicious link checkers and data breach alerts.

To get a better look at how these threats are evolving, I spoke with Norton’s VPN team at their office in Prague to discuss the best ways for users to stay safe this season