Anthony Spadafora is the managing editor for security and home office furniture 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 for four years. Anthony 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 as well as office chairs and has taken a closer look at other essential remote working accessories. As part of these reviews, Anthony frequently builds intricate 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

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Braided cables look more premium but if they won't lay flat, this trick can finally straighten them for good.

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RecommendedThe Apple Studio Display XDR offers stunning image quality thanks to its 5K Mini-LED panel and 120Hz ProMotion. It's a pro-level powerhouse, but the $3,299 price stings.

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Security researchers have discovered a database online with troves of personal data from the US, Canada, Australia and dozens of countries around the world.

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Apple could make its next Studio Display a productivity powerhouse with the right upgrades, but more flexible setup options would be a welcome change too.

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RecommendedThe Razer Kiyo V2 features a brand-new design with much-needed tweaks, but don’t expect 4K at 60 fps even with the included lifetime Camo Studio Pro license.

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Digital calendars and smart displays should help organize your life, but that’s hard to do when you’re constantly distracted by their ugly, dangling power cords.

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Nvidia’s Arm CPUs could change gaming on integrated graphics forever with an RTX 5070-like core count, putting Intel and Qualcomm’s best chips on notice.

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This collection of home office and computing upgrades is tailored around those who want the latest tech and need all the power they can get.

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Nintendo’s Virtual Boy accessory for the Switch 2 might seem like a gimmick but if you grew up with the original, it feels like a breath of fresh air for retro gaming.

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The Predator spyware has been updated with new capabilities that make it harder to know when your iPhone’s camera and microphone have been hijacked.

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The Hbada X7 isn’t the first office chair with a built-in motor and massager, but it’s the only one that lets AI take the guesswork out of ergonomic adjustments.

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To celebrate The Legend of Zelda’s 40th anniversary, we’ve rounded up every game in the series you can play on the Nintendo Switch and the new Switch 2.

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Norton Neo is an AI-native browser that helps cut down all the clutter with a unique, color-coded approach to vertical tabs.

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YouTube experienced a major outage that took both the app and the website offline for users everywhere.

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Editor's ChoiceThe Khadas Mind 2S is a pocket-sized mini PC that performs like a workstation that’s even better when you snap it onto one of Khadas’ docks.

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The MX Master 4 is the gold standard for mice, but I went all-in on Logitech’s full MX Master Series to turn my desk setup into a pro-grade cockpit.

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Unsuspecting Chrome users put their browsing data at risk by installing these 30 extensions which promised quick access to AI but were really after their passwords, emails and other data.

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Nancy Gutherie didn’t have a Nest Aware subscription but Google was still able to recover surveillance footage, raising serious concerns about how security cameras could put your privacy at risk.

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From hijacking your accounts to tracking your every move in real-time

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You’ve scored the TV and the snacks, now ensure your stream stays in the end zone with these essential Wi-Fi 7, mesh, and hardwired networking upgrades.

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The Q1 Ultra 8K is a big step up from Keychron’s budget boards with an all-metal body for added heft and a seriously impressive 660 hour battery life.

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Editor's ChoiceThe Oakywood Standing Desk Pro is a premium desk with a solid wood top and silent motors that could last a lifetime, provided you keep up with the maintenance.

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Ergonomic chairs can certainly help, but if your feet are dangling, a simple footrest is the real secret to fixing your posture.

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Windows 11 is at a breaking point, but Google’s newly leaked Aluminum OS could finally deliver the "Pro" desktop and gaming alternative I’ve been waiting for.
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