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

Skype is blocked in the UAE, along with most other VoIP services. To gain access, you will need a suitable VPN. We'll show you the best VPNs for accessing Skype in the UAE and how to use them.
By Ian Garland in VPN & Privacy on August 2, 2025
Looking to access Fox Sports Go from outside of the US? In this post, we’ll show how to use a Virtual Private Network (VPN) to stream Fox Sports Go online from anywhere, and the best VPNs to use. 
By Ian Garland in VPN & Privacy on October 26, 2023
Would you like to stream the 2025 US Open live online? We’ll explain how to watch the full US Open golf tournament, and how a Virtual Private Network (VPN) can help.
By Ian Garland in Sports Streaming on June 9, 2025
Are you interested in watching the 2021 US Open golf tournament live on Kodi? In this post, we’ll be explaining which addons will be showing the US Open and where you can find them.
By Ian Garland in Kodi on June 15, 2021
You might have seen our article on the best Kodi addons, but in this piece, we’ll be singling out the best Kodi repositories. 
By Ian Garland in Kodi on May 18, 2023
Do you want to stream Canal+ outside of France? Unfortunately canalplus.com is geo-restricted, so you’ll need a VPN. In this guide, I recommend the best VPN for Canal+ and explain how to unblock it.
By Ian Garland in VPN & Privacy on February 19, 2026
Looking to watch Paramount Plus from abroad? If you want to watch Paramount+ from a country where it's unavailable, you'll need a VPN. Here I list the best VPNs for Paramount Plus and how to use them.
By Ian Garland in VPN & Privacy on January 15, 2026
Due to regional restrictions, 7plus is only accessible within Australia. If you’d like to watch 7plus from the US, Canada, the UK, or anywhere else, you’ll need a VPN. I list the best ones for the job.
By Ian Garland in VPN & Privacy on February 9, 2026
Having trouble installing addons? One of the most common (and confusing) Kodi problems is the "failed to install a dependency" error. We'll explain how to resolve it so you can get back to streaming.
By Ian Garland in Kodi on December 20, 2022
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