When connecting laptop to internet through VPN via phone’s hotspot, should VPN be active on phone, laptop, or both?

The objective is to connect a laptop to the internet through a VPN via a mobile phone’s hotspot or USB cable.

Should the VPN be activated on the laptop, on the phone, or both?

Secondarily, is using a USB cable substantially safer than a … Continue reading When connecting laptop to internet through VPN via phone’s hotspot, should VPN be active on phone, laptop, or both?