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

Best Wi-Fi extenders in 2025: eliminate dead zones without a major upgrade
By Anthony Spadafora last updated
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
By Anthony Spadafora published
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
By Anthony Spadafora last updated
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
By Anthony Spadafora published
The Framework Desktop blends the best parts of PC building with the portability of a mini PC in a small, customizable and powerful package.

Over 900,000 hit in massive healthcare data breach — names, addresses and Social Security numbers exposed online
By Anthony Spadafora published
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
By Anthony Spadafora last updated
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
By Anthony Spadafora published
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
By Anthony Spadafora published
These are the Tom's Guide Awards 2025 winners across categories like TVs, AI, Photography, Automotive, Sleep, Streaming and more.

The best Nintendo Switch multiplayer games in 2025
By Anthony Spadafora last updated
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.

I bought a Switch 2 Pro Controller and it’s worth every penny if you’re tired of remapping back buttons
By Anthony Spadafora last updated
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
By Anthony Spadafora last updated
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
By Anthony Spadafora last updated
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
By Anthony Spadafora published
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
By Anthony Spadafora last updated
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
By Anthony Spadafora published
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
By Anthony Spadafora published
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.

Over 200 million Amazon Prime customers warned about scammers trying to steal their accounts — how to stay safe
By Anthony Spadafora last updated
Amazon has warned that scammers are impersonating the company via fake emails in an effort to steal login credentials and commit fraud.

Donkey Kong Bananza is the 3D Donkey Kong game I’ve always wanted — and one of the best reasons to get a Switch 2
By Anthony Spadafora published
Donkey Kong Bananza is a barrel of fun thanks to its destructible environments and unique power-ups while showcasing just what the Switch 2 is capable of.

I get faster Wi-Fi speeds in my backyard than some people do in their homes — and it’s all thanks to the eero Outdoor 7
By Anthony Spadafora published
The eero Outdoor 7 is a standalone device you can add to any eero-powered mesh network to bring Wi-Fi 7 speeds to your backyard and beyond.

5.4 million hit in major healthcare data breach — names, emails, SSNs and more exposed
By Anthony Spadafora published
The medical billing company Episource has begun notifying millions of patients across the US about a data breach that took place earlier this year.

Act fast! Secretlab’s Prime 2.0 Sale is here with great deals on gaming chairs and desks you couldn’t get on Prime Day
By Anthony Spadafora published
Secretlab’s Prime 2.0 Sale knocks hundreds off its gaming chairs, desks and accessories which could make for the perfect upgrade to your setup.

19 mesh Wi-Fi system deals I’d grab before Prime Day ends tonight
By Anthony Spadafora last updated
Prime Day is the perfect time to give your home network the upgrade it deserves while saving hundreds on our favorite mesh Wi-Fi systems.

Score the best PS5 Prime Day deals before they're gone — 45 game and accessory sales I'd buy with my own money
By Anthony Spadafora last updated
Amazon Prime Day is here, so don't wait to score some epic savings on PS5 games and accessories.
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