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Would you like to watch Netflix while keeping your online activities hidden from snoopers? We’ve tested dozens of leading providers to find out once and for all which are the best VPNs for Netflix.
By Paul Bischoff in Popular Posts on October 26, 2024
We've conducted thousands of hours of research to find the best VPN services in 2024. We look at speed, security, protocol, price, servers, and much more.
By Paul Bischoff on December 15, 2023
Phishing scams are common place, here's how to recognize and avoid them.
By Dave Albaugh in Information Security on May 13, 2022
There are very few VPNs that work in China. To help readers make an informed choice, we rented a server in Shenzhen and put 59 of the best-known VPNs to the test. Here are our results.
By Paul Bischoff in VPN & Privacy on August 9, 2024
Looking for recent worldwide cyber crime statistics and graphs? We constantly update this huge list of cybersecurity statistics from trusted sources. 
By Andra Zaharia in VPN on November 8, 2024
Don't get caught out with an unsuitable torrenting VPN. Despite bold marketing claims, many VPNs have been shown not to protect your privacy, and others are too slow for torrenting and streaming.
By Paul Bischoff in VPN & Privacy on June 26, 2024
Are you looking for the best ExpressVPN deals and coupons? You're in the right place. We update this page regularly with the best discounts available, including Comparitech exclusive deals.
By Ian Garland in VPN & Privacy on November 8, 2024
Electronic and internet voting can help improve our election systems in several different ways. Each of these concepts rely on cryptography for security - but is cryptography enough?
By Josh Lake in Information Security on August 14, 2020
Android antivirus apps claim to protect your mobile device, but we found a ton of security holes and privacy risks -- one of them even exposes your address book.
By Aaron Phillips in Antivirus on August 17, 2022
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By Marc Dahan in Antivirus on October 23, 2024
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What is a virtual server location? Some VPN servers are physical, while others change your IP address virtually using DNS routing. This guide discusses the differences between the two.
By Ray Walsh in VPN & Privacy on December 10, 2024
Is that DocuSign email real? In this guide, get practical tips to spot phishing scams, avoid data theft, and protect yourself from fraudulent DocuSign messages.
By Craig McCart in Information Security on December 10, 2024
Sabre notified 29,590 people about a July 2022 data breach that compromised SSNs and other info. Cla
By Paul Bischoff in News on December 10, 2024
This post will help you trace an email back to its originating IP address. It discusses different ways to obtain that information in detail. Read our step-by-step guide below.
By Marc Dahan in Information Security on December 10, 2024
Want to stop adblock detection on websites? Anti-adblock measures lead to longer page load times and frustration. Learn how to block ads by bypassing anti-adblock in Chrome, Firefox, and other browsers.
By Ray Walsh in Uncategorized on December 10, 2024
This morning, ransomware gang BianLian claimed the recent cyber attack on Physicians’ Primary Care
By Rebecca Moody in News on December 10, 2024