When booking a vacation, we all want to make sure we’re getting the best deal possible. From comparison sites to price alerts, there are a number of savvy ways we can try and keep costs down. Our team of researchers looked to see if using a VPN to book flights, hotels, and car hire could […]
Double VPNs pass data through two VPN servers instead of just one, strengthening encryption and anonymity. But do you really need one?
Since 2016, ransomware attacks have become a huge cause for concern for hospitals all over the world. They cripple key systems and prevent hospitals from accessing crucial patient data until a fee is paid to the hacker (or the ransomware is removed by IT specialists). The result? Severe delays and costs to healthcare organizations, patients […]
Since 2014, at least 65 NHS trusts have been “successfully” attacked with ransomware. A total of 209 incidents were reported in documents obtained through our Freedom of Information (FOI) requests. With almost all of these occurring prior to 2018, has the NHS learned from the crippling WannaCry attack in 2017? We submitted Freedom of […]
HideMyAss makes VPN software for a variety of devices and operating systems, but Amazon Fire TV Stick is not one of them. We’ll discuss workarounds and alternatives for Firesticks.
Billions of leaked conversations between Microsoft customer support agents and customers were left exposed on the web without a password, potentially putting users at risk of phishing and scams.
Knowing how to torrent safely prevents malware, hacker attacks, and third-party snooping. The key to safe torrenting is a VPN, but you’ll also need to follow best practices and know how to choose a quality VPN for the job.
The VPN Trust Initiative will set industry standards and best practices, lobby for privacy and encryption, and educate the public about VPNs.
Almost 54 percent of the world’s population (4.1 billion people) uses the internet. It’s our source of instant information, entertainment, news, and social interactions. But where in the world can citizens enjoy equal and open internet access – if anywhere? In this exploratory study, our researchers have conducted a country-by-country comparison to see which countries […]
Official service and support for Windows 7 Home users ends January 14, 2020. If you’re still using Windows 7 past that date, your PC could be at risk. Here are a few solutions to stay safe.