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OpenVPN vs WireGuard vs Lightway - which VPN protocol should you use?

By Mo Harber-Lamond published 20 May 22

vpn VPNs flaunt their range of protocols, but does the one you pick really matter? Here, we pit the three biggest protocols against each other.

Hackers can unlock your phone, smart locks and even your car by exploiting this vulnerability

By Anthony Spadafora published 19 May 22

The NCC Group has managed to bypass the Bluetooth proximity authentication mechanisms found in many popular devices.

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The best China VPN – working VPNs for China in 2022

By Mo Harber-Lamond published 19 May 22

VPN Using a Chine VPN is the simplest way to avoid censorship and sidestep the Great Firewall – but not every provider can do the job.

The most private VPN in 2022

By Mo Harber-Lamond published 19 May 22

VPN Picking up the most private VPN is the first step in maintaining your online anonymity. Here are the top 5 services available today.

The best Android VPN in 2022

By Mo Harber-Lamond published 18 May 22

VPN An Android VPN is the perfect way to stay safe on public Wi-Fi, access sites blocked by your network, and even watch overseas Netflix shows.

The best business VPN services 2022

By Mo Harber-Lamond published 18 May 22

VPN A business VPN is an essential tool for securing your company's data, restricting access to documents, and monitoring your staff.

Best VPN provider ExpressVPN on a range of devices

The best VPN service in 2022

By Mo Harber-Lamond published 18 May 22

VPN We've tested every one of the best VPN providers to breaking point, and here we've ranked them so you can pick the one that best suits you.

Bitdefender can now protect your identity along with your computer

By Anthony Spadafora published 17 May 22

Bitdefender Identity Theft Protection is now available as a standalone subscription or as part of Bitdefender Ultimate Security.

Avoid these email attachments if you don't want to get phished

By Anthony Spadafora published 17 May 22

Found an email with an HTML attachment in your inbox? There’s a very high chance it’s a phishing email.

Best smart smoke detectors in 2022

By Mike Prospero published 16 May 22

Smart smoke detectors are connected to the internet and relay alerts to your smartphone, or automatically turn on the lights. Here are the best.

The best WhatsApp alternatives for 2022

By Tom Pritchard published 13 May 22

It doesn't matter why you're leaving, these are still the best WhatsApp alternatives you can download right now.

ExpressVPN vs NordVPN: Which provider is best?

By Mo Harber-Lamond published 12 May 22

vpn Here, we're comparing NordVPN vs ExpressVPN in all the key areas - from speed and streaming to security and app compatibility.,

Online shopping on Chrome and Android just got more secure with virtual credit cards

By Roland Moore-Colyer published 11 May 22

Google moves to make online shopping via Android and Chrome a lot safer, as well as boost user privacy.

The best mobile VPN apps in 2022

By Mo Harber-Lamond published 11 May 22

VPN There are countless mobile VPN apps on the market, and many aren't worth your time. Here, we've rounded up the top 5 that are.

The best router VPN 2022

By Mo Harber-Lamond published 11 May 22

VPN A router VPN can be tricky to set up, but once done it'll protect every device connected to it. Here are the top 5 VPNs for routers today.

The best ad blockers in 2022

By John Corpuz published 11 May 22

The best ad blockers and privacy extensions zap irritating ads and help you opt out of intrusive marketing schemes.

The best Amazon Prime VPN in 2022

By Mo Harber-Lamond published 10 May 22

VPN Amazon only allows you to watch the content you pay for inside your home country – but using an Amazon Prime VPN can get you streaming anywhere.

The best Australia VPN in 2022

By Mo Harber-Lamond published 10 May 22

VPN Whether you live Down Under or you're just visiting, an Australia VPN is the easiest way to access more streaming content and stay safe online.

The best Roku VPN 2022

By Mo Harber-Lamond published 10 May 22

VPN A Roku VPN can take time to set up, but once it's up and running you'll have access to tons of extra content. Here's our complete guide.

ProtonVPN review

By Michael Graw published 10 May 22

VPN In our ProtonVPN review we explore the Swiss provider's features, speeds, privacy and usability to ensure it's the right choice for you.

Best outdoor security cameras in 2022

By Mike Prospero published 10 May 22

The best outdoor security cameras for keeping tabs on your home and yard.

Google Assistant can automatically change your passwords — here's how to enable it

By Tom Pritchard published 9 May 22

Google Assistant takes all the hassle out of changing your compromised passwords.

The best identity theft protection services in 2022

By Paul Wagenseil published 5 May 22

We've tested and used the most popular identity theft protection services for three months, and we think these protect you best.

A fake GPS VPN location spoofer being used on an Android phone

Fake GPS: top 5 VPNs for spoofing your location

By Mo Harber-Lamond published 5 May 22

VPN Need to hide your GPS location? A fake GPS VPN will come in handy, and you'll also be able to stay private online and unblock content.

The best antivirus software 2022: Free antivirus and paid options tested

By Paul Wagenseil published 5 May 22

These are the best paid and free antivirus programs available, based on each program's ability to detect malware, its impact on system performance and the extra features it offers.

The best Apple TV VPN 2022

By Mo Harber-Lamond published 5 May 22

VPN An Apple TV VPN can get you access to tons more content, but installation isn't super simple. Here are the best, and our guide on how to get going.

A man logs in to something on his computer screen.

Apple, Google and Microsoft team up to kill off passwords

By Richard Priday published 5 May 22

Over the next year, your Apple, Google and Microsoft devices will have more passwordless sign-in options available as they increase their support for the FIDO standard.