The best PS4 VPN in 2023 By Mo Harber-Lamond published 2 March 22 VPN Whether you want to enhance your streaming options, avoid network throttling or just stay a little more anonymous, a PS4 VPN is for you.
Here's 2022's worst passwords — don't use any of these By Paul Wagenseil published 2 March 22 Recent lists of the most commonly used passwords show that they're still the worst passwords you can possibly use.
Don't let your web browser save your passwords — here's what to do instead By Paul Wagenseil last updated 20 September 22 Most web browsers offer to remember your passwords, but don't let them. Here's why browsers aren't safe enough, and what you should use instead.
RoboForm password manager review By Sean Riley published 28 February 22 RoboForm doesn't offer much more than the basics of password management and form filling, but it does them well for a bargain price.
Do you use a VPN? Win a £100 Amazon Gift Card by taking part in our survey By Mo Harber-Lamond published 28 February 22 VPN It'll only take about 60 seconds, but by filling in our survey you'll help us deliver better advice and be in with the chance of winning £100 voucher.
How to change your IP address with a VPN By Mo Harber-Lamond last updated 14 April 22 vpn Changing your IP address with a VPN is super simple, and here we take you through all the steps needed to get going.
What is Five Eyes: how the intelligence alliance affects you By Mo Harber-Lamond last updated 10 May 22 vpn The Five Eyes alliance is well-known, but understanding what it does can help you improve your online privacy. Here, we explain all.
Beware: Windows 11 data wipe can leave personal info on disk [updated] By Alex Wawro last updated 15 March 22 Windows' data-wiping tool apparently doesn't work as advertised, and often leaves behind personal data after wiping a system and reinstalling Windows.
Surfshark’s new software seeks to revolutionize the VPN industry By Chiara Castro last updated 11 August 22 vpn Nexus is promising to improve security, privacy and connections. Will it be up to the challenge?
How to tell if an AirTag is stalking you — and what you can do about it By Paul Wagenseil last updated 4 May 22 Here's how you can tell if an AirTag is stalking you, whether you use an iPhone, an Android phone or no phone at all.
VPN uses: 20 ways to get the most out of your VPN By Mo Harber-Lamond last updated 26 January 23 VPN From staying safe while torrenting to saving money online, there are tons of VPN uses. Here, we run down our top 20.
Download NordVPN: how to install on Windows, Mac, iOS and Android By Mo Harber-Lamond last updated 23 June 22 vpn If you're wondering how to download NordVPN and install it on your devices, you've come to the right place. Here's our complete guide.
How to install a VPN on a router By Mo Harber-Lamond published 21 February 22 vpn Installing a VPN on a router isn't necessarily a simple process, so here we run down all the steps you need to take.
This is why everybody else uses a VPN when torrenting By Mo Harber-Lamond last updated 16 September 22 vpn On just about every site that has anything to do with torrenting, you'll be told you need a VPN. Here we explore exactly why.
What are phishing scams — and how to avoid them By Anthony Spadafora last updated 17 March 23 Ever got an email or text message that took you to a website that asked for a lot of personal information? You may have encountered a phishing scam.
AirTags stalking — state AGs for New York, Pennsylvania just issued warnings By Paul Wagenseil last updated 17 February 22 The state attorneys general of New York and Pennsylvania issued warnings to residents about the dangers of AirTag stalking.
FBI warns of surge in SIM-swapping attacks — how to protect yourself By Paul Wagenseil last updated 19 October 22 SIM-swapping attacks to steal phone numbers and linked online accounts grew 15-fold in 2021, the FBI warned.
What is VPN split tunneling and how does it work? By Mo Harber-Lamond last updated 14 April 22 vpn It might be something you've heard of when picking a VPN, but what is split tunneling, and is it something you really need? Here, we explain all.
The best Netflix shows only available in the US, UK, France and more By Toby Douglas-Bate, Mo Harber-Lamond last updated 21 February 23 vpn Netflix shows different content in different regions, so here's what each has to offer, and our guide on how to watch it all.
Romance scams — what they are and how to avoid them By Anthony Spadafora last updated 17 March 23 Romance scams promise to give you love but end up taking your money. Here's how to spot them, and what to do if you become a victim.
Apple to boost AirTag anti-stalking features 'later this year' — what you need to know By Paul Wagenseil last updated 29 April 22 To make it harder to use AirTags for stalking people, Apple will change the ways in which wayward AirTags are detected and iPhone users are notified.
Mac users, update Zoom now — your microphone may be spying on you [updated] By Paul Wagenseil last updated 12 February 22 After its first attempt failed, Zoom has finally fixed an issue where Mac microphones stayed on and in listening mode after Zoom meetings had ended.
The best Smart TV VPN 2023 By Mo Harber-Lamond published 10 February 22 VPN A Smart TV VPN is the perfect tool for accessing blocked content, but the wide variety of devices can cause issues. Here's our full guide.
How to set up Gmail two-factor authentication (2FA) on your phone By Denise Primbet published 9 February 22 Gmail offers two-factor authentication to all its users. Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to activate it and secure your Gmail account on your phone.
Two-factor authentication works, and Google says it has the numbers to prove it By Alan Martin published 9 February 22 Google says it has forced 150 million account holders to use 2FA, leading to a 50% decrease in account takeovers.
How to use Signal: Everything you need to know By Emily Long published 8 February 22 Here's all you need to know to get started with the Signal encrypted-messaging app.
Signal now lets you change your phone number without killing messages, groups By Paul Wagenseil published 8 February 22 The Signal encrypted-messaging service said it's now possible to change your phone number without deleting your message history or groups.
ExpressVPN’s new feature can get you connected in under a second By Mo Harber-Lamond last updated 9 February 22 vpn Waiting to connect is annoying at the best of times, and ExpressVPN's Parallel Connections feature aims to speed up the process.
You can now buy 'silent' AirTags that won't beep — why that's dangerous By Paul Wagenseil published 3 February 22 Modified AirTags that won't beep if they're being secretly used to track people are being sold online. Here's why that's dangerous.
Nord Security and Surfshark take on ExpressVPN with huge VPN merger By Mo Harber-Lamond last updated 3 February 22 vpn Leading VPN providers Nord Security and Surfshark have announced that they have joined forces, creating a privacy powerhouse.
