Latest articles by Anthony Spadafora
Best mesh Wi-Fi systems of 2025: say goodbye to Wi-Fi dead zones for good
These are the best mesh Wi-Fi systems to cover even the largest homes with a strong Wi-Fi signal.
Keeping your student safe online: essential cybersecurity tips for parents
The online world can be a dangerous place but with the right tips and tools, you can keep your children safe from scams, malware, cyber attacks and other online threats.
The best VPN in 2025: our top 5 picks
Updated We've reviewed every major VPN (virtual private network) for privacy, security, speed, streaming and more – discover what our dedicated team recommends based on expert testing.
Best Wi-Fi extenders in 2025: eliminate dead zones without a major upgrade
The best Wi-Fi extenders add extra range to your current router to help kill Wi-Fi dead zones without a costly upgrade.
I just got my first glimpse at what’s possible with Wi-Fi 8 — and this one new feature has me really excited
Wi-Fi 8 is still years away, but new features like Single Mobility Domains already show the promise of what the next wireless standard will be capable of.
I downsized to a mini PC years ago and I’ve never been happier — these are my top picks
These are the best mini PCs you can buy for simple tasks like web browsing and office work to more demanding ones like video/photo editing and even gaming.
I tested the Framework Desktop — and it made me rethink everything I knew about mini PCs
The Framework Desktop blends the best parts of PC building with the portability of a mini PC in a small, customizable and powerful package.
The best PC game controllers in 2025
The best PC game controllers are ideal for playing a wide variety of games from shooters to platformers to RPGs.
Best cloud storage in 2025
These are the best cloud storage providers for when you want to store an extra copy of your files in the cloud for safekeeping.
Over 900,000 hit in massive healthcare data breach — names, addresses and Social Security numbers exposed online
DaVita fell victim to a cyberattack back in March of this year during which time hackers gained unauthorized access to its servers.
I spent a month using this budget mini PC as my daily driver — and it performs even better than it looks
The Geekom A5 2025 Edition stands out with its rose gold-colored case, but it's packed with ports and quite capable for a budget mini PC.
200,000 passwords, credit card data and more stolen by this dangerous new malware — how to stay safe
Hackers are using a new info-stealing malware strain to steal sensitive personal and financial data right from your browser.
Tom's Guide Awards 2025: All the big winners across 12 categories from phones to homes
These are the Tom's Guide Awards 2025 winners across categories like TVs, AI, Photography, Automotive, Sleep, Streaming and more.
The best free VPN in 2025
Most free VPNs are useless – but there are a few that are worth considering. This is our tested and ranked guide to the only free VPN services we recommend.
The best Nintendo Switch multiplayer games in 2025
From couch co-op essentials to competitive sports and fighting games, here are the best Nintendo Switch multiplayer games for your next big get-together.
We asked 4 VPN experts which VPNs they use – and the results surprised us
Here at Tom's Guide, the VPN team spend all day writing about VPNs. But which providers do we actually use? The team shares their favourite VPNs and why they like them.
I bought a Switch 2 Pro Controller and it’s worth every penny if you’re tired of remapping back buttons
The Switch 2 Pro Controller is a huge upgrade but it’s the buttons on the back and how easy they are to remap that really sells it.
I've spent the last 4 years testing the best standing desks — here's my top picks for your home office
The best standing desks allow you to seamlessly transition between sitting and standing while providing a sturdy resting place for your office equipment.
Best cable modems in 2025: Say goodbye to equipment rental fees for good
The best cable modems let you avoid monthly rental fees from your ISP and give you greater control over your home network.
More than 250 malicious apps are spreading info-stealing malware on Android and iOS — delete these right now
New SarangTrap campaign uses malicious apps and domains to infect unsuspecting users with dangerous info-stealing malware.
I played Super Mario Party Jamboree on the Switch 2 — and it’s the best reason yet to get a Nintendo Switch 2 Camera
Nintendo’s Jamboree TV expansion adds a whole new level of immersion to Mario Party while also taking full advantage of the Switch 2.
Your Ring cameras weren’t hacked over the weekend — here’s what actually happened
Ring has revealed that a bug in a backend update led to a surge in suspicious logins that left many users thinking their accounts were hacked.
I gave my Mac mini M4 the ultimate upgrade with this Mac Pro-style case — and it fixes some of my biggest complaints
The Mac mini M4 is a nearly perfect mini PC but this case lets you stand it upright while adding more ports and extra storage.
