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Also, the VPN's what? It's basic grammar to know when to use a possessive S instead of a plural S.
I hear you, but using apostrophes after plural acronyms and abbreviations is accepted practice in modern English grammar. Here's a link to a more detailed explanation.
Personally, I only do that if the acronym is lowercase. Also, it's about orthography, not grammar :)
Orthography. TIL
It suggests that it will be poorly received, but then specifically indicates it is acceptible practice with examples of its use.
Guess I don't know basic grammar.
orthography* :)
Who does? It's ever-changing. I still instinctively use two spaces after periods.
Wait...when did we stop doing that?