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The best VPN services in 2020 | Top 10 VPNs ranked

By James Rivington

VPN The best VPNs to keep your data safe - the perfect tool if you care about your privacy, travel frequently or often work on public Wi-Fi.

Firefox VPN released: What you need to know

By Paul Wagenseil

Firefox's VPN service is now available to beta testers, but you'll need to know a few things before you can try it out.

Best Cable Modems

By Philip Michaels

Get a top cable modem and save the money you would spend renting one from your ISP.

The best Wi-Fi extenders

By Brian Westover

Here are the best Wi-Fi extenders based on our tests of range, speed, setup and ease of use.

Best mesh Wi-Fi systems for 2020

By Brian Westover

These are best mesh Wi-Fi systems and routers to cover your entire home in Wi-Fi

Joaquin Phoenix as the Joker descending a staircase.

No Joker: Malware found in pirated Oscar-nominated movies

By Paul Wagenseil

Dozens of phishing sites and hundreds of malware-laden files offer to show you Oscar-nominated movie for free, Kaspersky reports.

Your Philips Hue Bridge can be hacked through its smart bulbs: What to do

By Paul Wagenseil

A wireless flaw lets malware jump from smart light bulbs to a Philips Hue Bridge, then to the wider network. But there's a patch available.

Best cable modems 2020

By Philip Michaels

Here are the best DOCSIS 3.0/1 cable modems for your home or office and why buying a modem is better than renting from your ISP.

How to Cancel Amazon Prime (and When a New Free-Trial Kicks In)

By Emily Price

Here's how you can cancel your free subscription.

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

By Don Reisinger

Answering the question what internet speed do I need isn't easy. Here's what you need to know.

Best home security cameras 2020

By Mike Prospero

Here are the best home security cameras that allow you to watch the inside and outside of your home from any Internet-connected device.

Two Ring VIdeo Doorbell models side-by-side.

EFF: Ring app sends user data to third parties. Ring: Duh

By Paul Wagenseil

A new report says the Android app for Ring video doorbells and security cameras sends user data to third parties, but Ring denies it's doing anything suspicious.

Abtract representation of a VPN network.

ProtonVPN goes open-source: What this means for your privacy

By Paul Wagenseil

ProtonVPN has made most of its client software open-source, letting code reviewers get a look under the hood in the interests of transparency.

What is 5G? The definitive guide to the 5G network rollout

By Caitlin McGarry

Here's everything you need to know about what 5G is, and what to expect when it finally covers the entire country.

The best Wi-Fi extenders in 2020

By Brian Westover

Here are the best Wi-Fi extenders based on our tests of range, speed, setup and ease of use.

Best Android browsers 2020

By Sean Riley

The ability to tweak Android to your preferences includes browsing the web. Here's a round-up of the best Android browsers and how their features compare.

Hundreds of millions of cable modems could be hacked due to 'Cable Haunt' flaw

By Paul Wagenseil

A flaw in some cable modems called Cable Haunt could let hackers alter your internet traffic and send you to malicious websites.

What is Amazon Prime student, and is it worth it?

By Lauren L'Amie

Prime Student gives college kids access to free shipping and a variety of other perks and discounts.

The Cheapest VPN Services in 2020

By Paul Wagenseil

Prices for paid VPN subscriptions vary widely. Here are the cheapest VPN services we have found.

Best VPN Apps for Android 2020

By Tom's Guide Staff

Keep your phone secure with our favourite VPNs on the Android operating system. These are the best VPN Apps for Android.

Best VPN for Mac 2020

By Mark Spoonauer

Here are our best VPN for Mac recommendations. Get cybersecurity and geo-unlocking for your Apple computer.

Best free VPN services 2020

By Isabel Martins

Not only can you find a decent VPN for free, but a lot separates the best from the worst. Here are our best free VPN tips.

Best China VPN 2020 - Working VPNs to Use in China

By Luke Edwards

Stay connected and secure, even behind the Great Firewall of China, by using a VPN.

How to Update Google Chrome on iOS, Android, Mac and Windows

By Phillip Tracy

Here is a simple guide on how to update the Chrome web browser on Mac, Windows, Android and iOS.

7 essential smart home security tips to keep hackers out

By Paul Wagenseil

If you own smart home devices, you'll need to do some simple but essential things to protect your privacy.

Blink's XT2 security camera can be hacked: What to do now

By Paul Wagenseil

Blink's new XT2 security cameras has several serious flaws that can be easily fixed with a firmware update.

Best mobile hotspots of 2019

By Jeffery Battersby

These are the best hotspots for Verizon, AT&T and Sprint customers.

Woman watching large-screen smart TV displaying temperature in Berlin.

5 essential smart TV security tips to protect your privacy

By Paul Wagenseil

Smart TVs often have pretty dumb security and can create big privacy risks. Here's how to reduce your exposure.

This Comcast Xfinity deal gives you a free $150 gift card for Black Friday

By Philip Michaels

Get a $150 Visa card from Comcast when you bundle its Xfinity cable TV and internet service this weekend.

11 ways to stay safe when shopping online

By Sue Marquette Poremba

Online shopping seems safer than it really is. Here are tips to keep your money and identity secure while you're making internet purchases.

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