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

Looking for child-friendly Kodi addons? We'll explore some of the best Kodi addons for kids so your little ones can watch cartoons, TV shows, and early-years content.
By Ian Garland in Kodi on August 18, 2025
Would you like to watch Yahoo View when traveling outside of the US? We'll show you the best Virtual Private Networks (VPNs) for bypassing geo-restricted content and watching Yahoo View from anywhere.
By Ian Garland in VPN & Privacy on February 9, 2024
Want an extra layer of security as you browse the internet or unblock content? You need a Virtual Private Network (VPN). We reveal the best VPNs for Microsoft Edge and explain how to get set up.
By Ian Garland in VPN & Privacy on December 5, 2025
Looking to watch CW shows online outside the US? With the right VPN, you can watch CW TV from anywhere. We explain, step-by-step, how to get set up and which VPNs to use.
By Ian Garland in VPN & Privacy on December 19, 2024
Traveling abroad doesn't have to mean missing out on the EPL. We'll show you how to watch the English Premier League from abroad (outside the UK) with a VPN so you can live stream every game.
By Ian Garland in VPN & Privacy on February 12, 2023
Are you interested in watching the NBA All-Star 2026 game online or on Kodi? I’ll explain how to live stream the 2026 NBA All-Star match from anywhere, even if you're abroad. 
By Ian Garland in Kodi on February 1, 2026
SPMC might be discontinued but you can still optimize Kodi for low-powered Android devices. Here's how to get the best media center performance on your Amazon Firestick or Fire TV.
By Ian Garland in Kodi on May 19, 2023
Do you want to pull movie information straight from IMDb? We'll show you how to improve content listings by integrating IMDb into Kodi. Best of all, this only takes a minute.
By Ian Garland in Kodi on November 7, 2025
Excerpt: Want to transfer your customer Kodi build to another device? In this article, we’ll show you how to transfer your custom build to other popular devices.
By Ian Garland in Kodi on August 21, 2025
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