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The best VPN services 2020

By James Rivington

VPN These are 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.

Norton Family review

By Sean Riley

Norton Family is powerful on Android and Windows, but it doesn't have many features for iOS.

Kaspersky Safe Kids review

By Sean Riley

Kaspersky Safe Kids is the cheapest good option for monitoring Android, but Zift is better for keeping an eye on Apple mobile devices.

The best parental control apps for Android and iPhone 2020

By Paul Wagenseil

Want to make sure your kids are safe on their phones? Here are the best parental control apps for managing apps, filtering websites and logging activities.

Zoom privacy and security issues: Here's everything that's wrong (so far)

By Paul Wagenseil

More than a dozen security and privacy problems have been found in Zoom recently, though not all are serious. Here's what to know if you're using Zoom.

The best antivirus software in 2020: Free and paid

By Paul Wagenseil

Here is the best antivirus software available based on each program's malware detection, performance impact and extra features.

How to install ExpressVPN on desktop and mobile

By John Brandon

Our #1 VPN provider is really easy to set up download, set up and use on both your desktop and mobile - here's how to get ExpressVPN.

This gadget promises to stop Alexa and Google Home from spying on you

By Paul Wagenseil

The new Paranoid device mutes or jams your smart speaker's microphones until you decide to let them listen.

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'Coronavirus' malware can wreck your PC: What to do

By Paul Wagenseil

New coronavirus-themed malware wipes a PC's Master Boot Record, stopping it from starting up.

The Best Netflix VPN in 2020

By Isabel Martins

VPN All your unmissable Netflix content from anywhere in the world - these are the best working VPNs for Netflix right now.

The Best Mac VPN in 2020

By Isabel Martins

Get cybersecurity and geo-unlocking for your Apple computer. Protect your Mac with a VPN - here are today's best options

The Best Torrenting VPN in 2020

By Luke Edwards

VPN These are the best VPNs that support torrenting and keep you secure when accessing P2P content and torrents online.

Zoom flaw could steal passwords and install malware: What to do now

By Paul Wagenseil

Zoom meeting chats treat network share links as URLs, making it possible for hackers to steal Windows login passwords and maybe even run malware on victims' machines.

Best home security cameras in 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.

Zoom may be leaking your email address: What to do now

By Henry T. Casey

What you should know about Zoom's privacy leaks.

Marriott data breach hits 5.2 million people: What to do now

By Paul Wagenseil

Marriott International said records of 5.2 million guests were affected by a data breach that lasted from mid-January to late February.

Zoom attracting malware attacks: How to protect yourself

By Kate Kozuch

Zoom's rising popularity makes the video-conferencing software a ripe target for cybercriminals, who seem to be gearing up to take advantage of Zoom users.

How to use a VPN service on your mobile or PC

By John Brandon

Using a VPN - anywhere you are - has never been easier. Read this guide to find out how you can use a VPN on your mobile or PC.

How to delete your Houseparty account

By Henry T. Casey

Possibly misguided security concerns about hacked accounts have users wondering how to delete a Houseparty account.

The Best China VPN in 2020 - Working VPNs to Use in China today

By Luke Edwards

VPN Stay connected and secure - even behind the Great Firewall of China - by using a VPN. These are the best you can get right now.

The Best Cheap VPN in 2020

By Luke Edwards

VPN Cheap VPNs let you stay safe and secure online for less - there's no need to compromise on quality with these services

VPN services: Are they really legal everywhere?

By John Brandon

Most countries do allow VPN usage but there are exceptions - keep reading to find out where VPN services are legal.

The best password managers in 2020

By Paul Wagenseil

The best password managers we've tested save you time while helping you stay safe online

The best identity theft protection services in 2020

By Paul Wagenseil

We tested the five most popular identity theft protection services over a three-month process. Here are the best identity services that protect you most.

Zoom changes privacy policy following online uproar

By Paul Wagenseil

Following a series of negative stories, Zoom updated its privacy policy to remove language that gave it the right to share personal data with advertisers.