Anthony Spadafora

Anthony Spadafora is the security and networking editor at Tom’s Guide where he covers everything from data breaches and ransomware gangs to password managers and the best way to cover your whole home or business with Wi-Fi. Before joining the team, he wrote for ITProPortal while living in Korea and later for TechRadar Pro after moving back to the US. Based in Houston, Texas, when he’s not writing Anthony can be found tinkering with PCs and game consoles, managing cables and upgrading his smart home.

Articles by: Anthony Spadafora

What to do if your Facebook account Is hacked

By Sarah Brown, Anthony Spadafora published 27 June 22

Having your Facebook account hijacked can be terrifying but you can get it back by following these steps.

This fake copyright scam is infecting PCs with ransomware — what to know

By Anthony Spadafora published 27 June 22

Cybercriminals are using copyright violation notices sent via email to infect unsuspecting users with the LockBit ransomware.

I wanted a new Android tablet — but I got this Chromebook tablet instead

By Anthony Spadafora published 26 June 22

Even the best Android tablets may not receive the latest updates, which is why I made the switch to Chrome OS.

What internet speed do I need? Here's how many Mbps is enough

By Don Reisinger, Brian Westover, Anthony Spadafora published 24 June 22

These are the internet speed improvements you should pay for and those that you shouldn’t .

Security flaws in smart Jacuzzis could get owners in hot water

By Anthony Spadafora published 24 June 22

A security issue in Jacuzzi’s SmartTub software exposed the names and email addresses of smart hot tub owners online.

The best internet security suites in 2022

By Paul Wagenseil, Anthony Spadafora published 23 June 22

The best internet security suites stop malware, manage your passwords, secure your connections and protect you from identity theft.

Best speed test apps in 2022: Test your internet speed

By Imad Khan, Anthony Spadafora published 23 June 22

The best speed test apps and websites will help determine if you're getting your money's worth from your ISP.

A man uses a smartphone to connect to a Wi-Fi network, with a router and a laptop sitting on a desk.

3 simple tips to speed up your Wi-Fi

By Anthony Spadafora published 23 June 22

With the right router placement and by avoiding interference, you can give your home Wi-Fi a major boost.

The best Windows 10 antivirus software in 2022

By Paul Wagenseil, Anthony Spadafora published 22 June 22

Keep your Windows PC protected against malware and other cyberthreats with one of the best Windows 10 antivirus programs.

The best password managers in 2022

By Paul Wagenseil, Anthony Spadafora published 22 June 22

The best password managers make storing and auto filling your passwords easier to help you save time and stay safe online.

An email inbox displayed on the screen of a laptop, next to a cup of coffee.

This is the one thing to look out for in scam emails

By Anthony Spadafora published 22 June 22

Scammers often send emails with blank subject lines in order to get you to open them and any links they contain.

Best parental control apps: Dark-haired boy of about 5 using smartphone while sitting on sofa.

The best parental control apps for Android and iPhone 2022

By Paul Wagenseil, Sean Riley, Anthony Spadafora published 21 June 22

These are the best parental control apps for managing apps, filtering websites and logging activities on mobile devices.

The best Android antivirus apps in 2022

By Paul Wagenseil, Anthony Spadafora published 21 June 22

Keep your Android devices running smoothly and free from malware with one of the best Android antivirus apps.

This free VPN exposed 25 million user records — how to stay safe

By Anthony Spadafora published 16 June 22

The company behind a popular free VPN app left an 18.5GB database of connection logs accessible to the public online.

Zoom security issues: What's gone wrong and what's been fixed

By Paul Wagenseil, Anthony Spadafora published 15 June 22

Dozens of security and privacy issues have been found in Zoom, though not all are serious and many have been fixed. Here's what you need to know.

New PayPal phishing campaign is stealing credit card info — what you need to know

By Anthony Spadafora published 15 June 22

Cybercriminals are impersonating PayPal to harvest phone numbers and payment details using fake order confirmations.

Apple’s App Tracking Transparency is now under investigation — here's why

By Anthony Spadafora published 15 June 22

Germany’s national competition regulatory agency is taking a closer look at Apple’s App Tracking Transparency to determine whether its anti-competitive and self-serving.

The best Wi-Fi extenders in 2022

By Brian Westover, Anthony Spadafora published 14 June 22

The best Wi-Fi extenders will give you more range without sacrificing speed or forcing you to spend time with complex set-up and management.

Best free PDF editors in 2022

By Jeffery Battersby, Paul Wagenseil, Anthony Spadafora published 14 June 22

These are the best free PDF editors for making quick changes or marking up documents without having to spend a thing.

These 'Instagram apps' promise free followers but steal your account info instead

By Anthony Spadafora published 13 June 22

Instagram users are being tricked into exposing their credentials by malicious apps offering free followers and likes.

Planning your next big summer trip? Watch out for these scams

By Anthony Spadafora published 11 June 22

Travel-themed phishing scams have picked up ahead of summer vacation and this is what you need to know to protect yourself.

This ransomware makes you sign up for Roblox to get your files back

By Anthony Spadafora published 10 June 22

The WannaFriendMe ransomware forces you to sign up for Roblox and buy in-game currency to decrypt your files.

Best powerline extenders for 2022

By Brian Nadel, Anthony Spadafora published 10 June 22

The best powerline extenders let you stretch your network connection to any part of the house with an AC outlet.

The best Mac antivirus software in 2022

By Paul Wagenseil, Anthony Spadafora published 9 June 22

The best Mac antivirus software can help keep your MacBook, Mac mini, iMac and other Apple machines virus free.

The best identity theft protection services in 2022

By Paul Wagenseil, Anthony Spadafora published 9 June 22

Becoming a victim of identity theft can take years to recover from which is why you need one of the best identity theft protection services.

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