[foopdoopfoop]

> but if you have a good ISP already, there’s no privacy/security benefits to be had by using a VPN when surfing from home.

This is just not true. You cannot sign up for an ISP without disclosing at least your name and address. Many VPNs support complete anonymity.

It's a different middle man that--if you choose the right one--will absolutely know less about you.

[jachee]

How are you going to access a completely anonymous VPN provider without a non-anonymous internet connection?

If your traffic is interesting enough, the money trail will eventually lead back to you.

[lokedhs]

Micah Lee did a talk about how he does it. In essence he uses Tor to connect to the VPN. He also explains how to pay for the VPN anonymously.

I think it was part of his Qubes OS talk: https://youtu.be/f4U8YbXKwog