[tor-bugs] #6900 [Tor Client]: Tor VPN mode feature

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#6900: Tor VPN mode feature
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 Reporter:  proper       |          Owner:                    
     Type:  enhancement  |         Status:  new               
 Priority:  normal       |      Milestone:  Tor: 0.2.4.x-final
Component:  Tor Client   |        Version:                    
 Keywords:               |         Parent:                    
   Points:               |   Actualpoints:                    
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 VPNs vs Tor. Both have advantages and disadvantages. A lot people combine
 both methods to reduce risks for leaks.

 VPNs
  * easy to set up
  * route all traffic through Tor
  * no DNS leaks
  * less anonymous than Tor

 Tor
  * requires correct proxy settings
  * in past there have been lots of leaks due to configuration mistakes or
 application bugs
  * if used correctly: more anonymous

 Can't we combine all advantages? I am proposing a Tor VPN mode.

 Once activated, Tor acts as a local VPN-like client and internally
 redirects all traffic though Tor.

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