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

We put the best identity theft protection to the test to protect your entire digital life — these are the services I recommend
By Amber Bouman last updated
The best identity theft protection protects your personal information from hackers and scammers but also helps you quickly recover from identity theft.

The best parental control apps for Android and iPhone 2026
By Anthony Spadafora last updated
These are the best parental control apps for managing apps, filtering websites and logging activities on mobile devices.

I gave my favorite pocketable mini PC an instant upgrade with this docking station — and now it’s a full-fledged gaming rig
By Anthony Spadafora published
The Mind Graphics 2 is a powerful yet compact GPU dock that turns Khadas’ modular mini PCs into a full-fledged gaming PC with the ports of a workstation.

MacBook Neo vs Mac mini M4: Which $599 Mac should you get?
By Anthony Spadafora published
The MacBook Neo is Apple's most affordable laptop yet, but the $599 Mac mini M4 offers double the RAM and more power if you don't mind staying at your desk.

I hated the Mac mini M4’s power button until I accidentally proved Apple was right
By Anthony Spadafora last updated
The Mac mini M4’s oddly placed power button got a lot of heat at launch but I’ve come around to the idea of always leaving it on.

MacBook Neo vs MacBook Air M1: Which budget Apple laptop should you buy?
By Anthony Spadafora last updated
The $599 MacBook Neo is Apple's most affordable laptop ever, but is it a better buy over the legendary MacBook Air M1? Here’s everything you need to know.

The best VPN in 2026: our top 5 picks
By Mo Harber-Lamond last updated
We've tested and reviewed dozens of VPN. On this page we've ranked the five best VPNs we've used, and delve into the details of why they're so good.

Best Wi-Fi 6 routers in 2026: Affordable and fast upgrades for your home network
By Darragh Murphy last updated
The best Wi-Fi 6 and Wi-Fi 6E routers offer a fast yet affordable upgrade for your home network to get the most out of your internet plan.

The best free VPN in 2026
By Mo Harber-Lamond last updated
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 Mac antivirus software in 2026
By Amber Bouman last updated
The best Mac antivirus software can help keep your MacBook, Mac mini, iMac and other Apple machines virus free.

2.7 million hit in workplace benefits data breach with full names, dates of birth, SSNs and more exposed — what to do now
By Anthony Spadafora published
The U.S. benefits administrator Navia has revealed that it suffered a data breach after hackers had access to its systems for almost a month.

Best Wi-Fi routers of 2026: Wi-Fi 7, mesh and budget models to fill your home with a strong signal
By Darragh Murphy last updated
Upgrading to one of the best Wi-Fi routers is an investment your whole household can enjoy thanks to faster speeds, fewer disconnects and improved range.

Best gaming routers in 2026: Boost your speeds and get lag-free gameplay with my top picks
By Darragh Murphy last updated
The best gaming routers deliver fast speeds, lag-free gameplay and loads of useful features to take your gaming to the next level.

Best Wi-Fi 7 routers of 2026: The future of Wi-Fi is here
By Anthony Spadafora, Darragh Murphy last updated
The best Wi-Fi 7 routers include traditional routers with unique designs, mesh Wi-Fi systems for whole home coverage and even gaming routers.

I tried Amazon’s new ultrafast delivery option and my package actually beat the 3-hour window
By Anthony Spadafora published
Amazon’s new ultrafast shipping is here, and after testing it, the extra fee is a small price to pay to skip a trip to the store.

The best cloud backup services
By Anthony Spadafora last updated
The best cloud backup services help prevent your data from being lost to hardware failure or physical disasters.

I downsized to a mini PC years ago and I’ve never been happier — these are my top picks
By Anthony Spadafora, Darragh Murphy last updated
These are the best mini PCs you can buy for simple tasks like web browsing and office work or more demanding ones like video/photo editing and even gaming.

I finally found the secret to perfectly straight braided cables — and it doesn't cost a thing
By Anthony Spadafora last updated
Braided cables look more premium but if they won't lay flat, this trick can finally straighten them for good.

Nvidia GTC 2026 LIVE — Jensen Huang reveals DLSS 5, OpenClaw partnership, and an Olaf robot
By Jason England last updated
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang's GTC Keynote in Washington D.C. just finished, and we got a glimpse of how Team Green tech is going to bring AI to a whole lot of US companies.

I tried the new Studio Display XDR, and it’s Apple’s most impressive (and brightest) monitor yet — but there’s a catch
By Anthony Spadafora last updated
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.

1 billion personal records exposed in massive new data leak — full names, addresses, phone numbers and more
By Anthony Spadafora last updated
Security researchers have discovered a database online with troves of personal data from the US, Canada, Australia and dozens of countries around the world.

Apple might unveil a new Studio Display this week: 7 upgrades I want to see in the Studio Display 2
By Anthony Spadafora last updated
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.

I tested Razer’s new Kiyo V2 webcam and it delivers impressive 4K visuals with one major catch
By Anthony Spadafora published
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.

I bought this $35 accessory, and it fixes the worst thing about digital wall calendars and wall-mounted smart displays
By Anthony Spadafora published
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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