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Cybercriminals are targeting your kids – but there's an easy fix
By Andy Sansom published
Kids these days are more online than ever but they still need to watch out. Having a VPN is a brilliant way to protect their data online, whatever your kids are up to.
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The best Chrome VPN extension in 2024
By Mo Harber-Lamond last updated
VPN I've tested hundreds of VPNs, including Chrome VPN extensions, and while they don't offer the same protection as a full-blown VPN, they're still handy.
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AT&T breach victims need to take these 3 steps right now
By Andy Sansom published
Breaking It's not a good day to be an AT&T customer. The company has revealed that tens of millions of customers have had their call and message records leaked in a data breach.
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What is Surfshark?
By Krishi Chowdhary published
vpn Surfshark is one of the biggest names in the cybersecurity space, but what exactly is it and what can you use it for?
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Never copy and paste a password again – Proton Pass can now share them securely
By Andy Sansom published
Digital privacy champs Proton have introduced a new way to share passwords securely with Secure Links, now available in Proton Pass.
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Surfshark's new feature means you never have to give out your real number again
By Andy Sansom published
Surfshark has just improved its Alternative ID feature – it now has the ability to generate fake phone numbers to use and discard to protect your privacy.
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Did you know a VPN can protect you from spyware? Here's how
By Olivia Powell published
No one wants hackers snooping on their info – here's how a VPN can help keep your devices safe.
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The fastest VPN services in 2024
By Mo Harber-Lamond last updated
Updated We've tested and ranked dozens of of the fastest VPNs, and here I've rounded up the top five speed demons – including Surfshark, NordVPN, Proton VPN and more.
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