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.
Want to know how to change your IP address to South Korea? In this post, we’ll explain what exactly a Virtual Private Network (VPN) is, and which VPNs are best at getting you a South Korean IP address.
Having trouble deciding which Virtual Private Network (VPN) to use? We extensively tested two popular VPNs, NordVPN and Surfshark, to see how they compare.
Looking to get around geo-blocking and spoof your location? We explain how to bypass online censorship and access region-locked services like Netflix and BBC iPlayer from anywhere using a VPN.
With the correct VPN and setup, your smart TV can seamlessly unblock any app, opening up a whole new world of streaming. Regardless of your TV model, getting started doesn't need to be hard with our step-by-step instructions.
BBC iPlayer can’t normally be accessed outside the UK. You can bypass these restrictions with a VPN but not all providers are up to the job. We put NordVPN to the test to see if it worked with BBC iPlayer.
Want to access your online banking and stream Dutch content while traveling abroad? It's easy, follow the steps laid out in this article and we'll show you how to get a Netherlands IP address with a VPN.
We explain how to gain a Romanian IP address with a VPN. Useful whether you’re trying to access your Raiffeisen or UniCredit account abroad or trying to stream Digi24, TVR, and ProTV abroad.
Would you like to access Irish content and online banking while traveling abroad? We'll show you how to get an Irish IP address so you can watch your favorite shows and keep your information safe and secure.
Having trouble accessing geo-restricted services with a VPN? We’ll explain how services like Netflix and BBC iPlayer detect VPNs and how to bypass VPN blocks for several major streaming sites.
