Anthony Spadafora
Anthony Spadafora is the senior security and networking editor at Tom’s Guide where he covers everything from data breaches and malware to password managers and the best way to cover your whole home or business with a strong Wi-Fi signal.
Before joining the team, he spent three years covering cybersecurity and B2B tech for ITProPortal while living in South Korea. After moving back to the US. Anthony joined the TechRadar Pro team where he covered these topics along with VPNs, web hosting, online collaboration software and video conferencing. He also has his ears to the ground and is on the lookout for the next major cyberattack or data breach.
Based in Houston, Texas, Anthony also handles VPN testing for both Tom’s Guide and TechRadar. As someone who has worked from home exclusively since 2018, he has reviewed dozens of standing desks and has taken a closer look at other essential remote working accessories. As part of these reviews, Anthony frequently rearranges desk setups which is why he’s such a big advocate for cable management and keeping things organized. When he’s not writing, he can be found tinkering with PCs and game consoles, managing cables and making upgrades to his smart home.
Latest articles by Anthony Spadafora
What keyboard should you buy? Here's our editors' top picks
By Tony Polanco last updated
The Tom's Guide computing team has varied opinions on which keyboards they like to use. In this article, they answer the crucial question: "What's your preferred type of keyboard?"
I bought this $30 accessory and it completely changed how I use the Echo Show 15
By Anthony Spadafora published
The Echo Show 15 is the only smart display you can mount on your wall, but the included wall mount doesn’t let you easily switch between landscape and portrait mode. Here's an accessory to fix that.
I added a trackpad to my desk setup even though I already use a mouse — here’s why
By Anthony Spadafora last updated
Even though you probably use a mouse with your desktop, you can also use an external trackpad or in my case, both at the same time.
1.2 million people fooled by fake MidJourney Facebook page used to spread malware — don’t fall for this
By Anthony Spadafora published
Hackers are taking over Facebook profiles to impersonate Midjourney and other AI tools in a massive malware campaign.
Our latest VPN testing results
By Mo Harber-Lamond published
Fresh results We're constantly testing the best VPNs, and here are the results of our last round of expert reviews in 2024.
Google just fixed two major Pixel zero-day flaws — update your phone right now
By Anthony Spadafora last updated
Recently patched zero-day vulnerabilities could have let an attacker unlock your Pixel phone without a PIN to steal your data.
Best PDF editors in 2024
By Anthony Spadafora last updated
The best PDF editors let you do even more with PDFs to help boost your productivity and improve your workflow.
Best USB flash drives in 2024: Top USB memory sticks
By Anthony Spadafora last updated
The best USB flash drives make it easy to bring your data with you as you can store, transfer and back up your files on physical media.
This notorious Android banking trojan now lets hackers remotely control your phone — how to stay safe
By Anthony Spadafora published
The Vultur banking trojan is back and even more dangerous after a new upgrade that adds a file manager and improved remote control capabilities.
The best Windows 10 antivirus software in 2024
By Anthony Spadafora last updated
Keep your Windows PCs protected against malware and other cyberthreats with one of the best Windows 10 antivirus programs.
I took a big risk on this $399 gaming monitor — and it really paid off
By Anthony Spadafora last updated
Gaming monitors with all the bells and whistles cost a lot more than a regular monitor which is why I bought an open box one instead.
Macs under threat from info-stealing malware spread through ads and fake software — don’t fall for this
By Anthony Spadafora published
Mac users are currently being targeted by two new campaigns spreading the Atomic Stealer and Realst malware strains.
Tom's Guide asks: What's the perfect laptop screen size?
By Alex Wawro published
From 13-inch ultraportables to 18-inch gaming juggernauts, there's a lot of different screen sizes to choose from when buying a laptop. Tom's Guide editors discuss: Which is best, and for what?
I might be done with laptop cameras for good after trying the world's smallest webcam
By Anthony Spadafora last updated
The Opal Tadpole is a tiny webcam that clips onto the lid of your laptop and its cable even has a built-in mute switch.
Darcula phishing service targets iPhone users through iMessage — how to stay safe
By Anthony Spadafora last updated
Darcula is a new phishing-as-a-service platform that uses fake domains to spoof popular brands in order to steal credentials.
South Park: Snow Day isn’t the game I wanted but it finally turned me onto roguelites
By Anthony Spadafora published
South Park: Snow Day has the heart of past games in the series but its gameplay mechanics and focus on co-op could be a turnoff for all but the biggest South Park fans.
iPhone users under threat from new ‘reset password’ attack — how to stay safe
By Anthony Spadafora last updated
Hackers are targeting iPhone uses with an advanced phishing attack that starts with multiple password reset attempts followed by a fake Apple Support call.
Hackers are using these Android apps on the Play Store to stage attacks — delete them all right now
By Anthony Spadafora published
Researchers have discovered 28 Android apps posing as free VPNs and other utilities that are turning infected smartphones into proxies.
The best free VPN in 2024
By Mo Harber-Lamond last updated
Updated Looking for a free VPN download? We've tested and ranked all the best free VPNs, including PrivadoVPN, Proton VPN, Windscribe and more.
I beat South Park: Snow Day without any help — these are my top 3 tips for a solo playthrough
By Anthony Spadafora published
South Park: Snow Day is a departure from previous games in the series with its focus on multiplayer but thanks to the offline, single-player mode, you can still experience the story by yourself.
The best gaming keyboard in 2024
By Anthony Spadafora last updated
The best gaming keyboard can make a huge difference in both PC gaming and everyday productivity.
I added this $50 monitor light bar to my desk setup, and it’s a game changer for how I work
By Anthony Spadafora published
From eliminating glare and reducing eye strain to just adding a bit more light to your home office, monitor light bars are an inexpensive accessory that can make your desk setup pop.
Unpatchable vulnerability discovered in Apple M1, M2 and M3 chips — what you need to know
By Anthony Spadafora published
Researchers have discovered an unpatchable security flaw in Apple’s M-series chips that can allow an attacker to break encryption and access a Mac’s cryptographic keys.