Ian Garland

Ian Garland

Ian Garland is a distinguished author and cybersecurity expert, boasting over six years of dedicated service as a writer and editor for Comparitech.com. His expertise primarily focuses on privacy, VPN testing and evaluation, and exploring the unique online challenges faced by internet users around the world. His work offers insightful analysis into both emerging and established VPN services, underlining his deep understanding of the digital security landscape.

Holding a first-class Bachelor's degree in Computing from the University of the Highlands and Islands, Ian has established himself as a prominent voice in the field of online security. His insights and analyses have been featured across prestigious platforms including The Gazette, the RSA Cybersecurity Conference blog, RTInsights, Circuit Magazine, and Security Boulevard. His work goes beyond mere reporting, delving into critical examinations of the ever-evolving cyber world.

Outside his professional life, Ian maintains a keen interest in the streaming universe, particularly keeping abreast of the latest developments in the Kodi community. His passion for technology extends into personal projects, where he hones his coding skills. A lover of science fiction, Ian often immerses himself in sci-fi literature, reflecting his fascination with the future and the unknown realms of the digital universe.

Articles by Ian

We explain how a Virtual Private Network (VPN) can help you bypass Indian online censorship, and list the best free VPNs for India so you can find a safe VPN service that will protect your privacy.
By Ian Garland in VPN & Privacy on July 31, 2023
Traveling to Germany and looking to keep your online activities private or access streaming services from back home? The best VPNs for Berlin can keep you safe online while travelling.
By Ian Garland in VPN & Privacy on October 31, 2025
Looking to watch HBO abroad? We explain how to stream HBO Go, HBO Max, and HBO Now from anywhere in the world with a Virtual Private Network (VPN).
By Ian Garland in VPN & Privacy on July 21, 2023
Hoping to watch Česká televize while traveling outside of the Czech Republic? We explain how to stream Česká televize abroad with a VPN, and let you know the best VPNs to use.
By Ian Garland in VPN & Privacy on July 19, 2023
Looking to stream Sportklub programs as you travel abroad? Below, we’ll explain how to watch Sportklub live online from anywhere using a VPN. Plus we list the best VPNs for the job.
By Ian Garland in VPN & Privacy on August 25, 2023
Looking to stream HRT abroad? Below, we’ll explain how you can use a VPN to watch HRT online from anywhere, and we recommend and review the best VPNs for the job. 
By Ian Garland in VPN & Privacy on December 3, 2024
Want to watch VRT outside of Belgium? We give you a step-by-step guide to accessing VRT from anywhere and list the best Virtual Private Networks (VPNs) for the job. 
By Ian Garland in VPN & Privacy on December 4, 2024
Hoping to stream the Friends reunion episode online? We’ll let you know how to watch Friends: The Reunion from anywhere in the world using a Virtual Private Network (VPN).
By Ian Garland in TV Streaming on October 26, 2023
WannaCry is probably the most infamous strain of ransomware in the world, but there’s a real lack of understanding as to what it is, how it managed to compromise so many machines, and the scale of the impact it had just a few years ago. Today, we explore the history of WannaCry and explain how to prevent it from infecting your system with one easy step. 
By Ian Garland in Information Security on January 25, 2024
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