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Sam Cook

Samuel Cook is a freelance writer who covers a wide range of topics, including internet privacy, security, data journalism, and digital content streaming. He can often be neck-deep in data visualizations.

Articles by Sam

Ransomware is a particularly invasive form of malware that typically takes over a victim’s data or device and holds it hostage until a sum of money is handed over to secure its release.
By Sam Cook in Information Security on March 7, 2024
Looking to watch March Madness on Kodi this year? There are several options available that will let you watch March Madness 2020 games, including the Final Four and the National Championship game, completely free. 
By Sam Cook in Kodi on August 21, 2020
Phone spam can be a nuisance, but IRS scams can be costly if you fall for them. Before you pick up that phone call from the IRS, arm yourself with a bit of useful information to parse those real calls from devious scammers.
By Sam Cook in VPN & Privacy on February 9, 2021
If you want a VPN in the UAE that works for unblocking, is fast for streaming or VoIP, and keeps you anonymous online, check out our list of recommendations below.
By Sam Cook in VPN & Privacy on April 21, 2024
HB 2170 is a bipartisan bill making its ways through the Virginia General Assembly. Although this bill is designed to make it illegal to create and send phone spam, it lacks the technological support to hinder the growth of phone spam.
By Sam Cook in VPN & Privacy on February 14, 2020
US consumer search interest in credit scores, or the calculated number representing a consumers' creditworthiness, rose 230 percent in a decade. However, that interest appears to be at the expense of interest in and checking of the more detailed credit reports, despite a rise in identity theft and data breaches.
By Sam Cook in Blog on April 29, 2022
Super Bowl LVIII (58) will be available live and for free online in the US, UK, and Germany. Here's how to watch the game online from anywhere in the world.
By Sam Cook in Sports Streaming on February 8, 2024
Don't like ads, pop ups and spyware? Finding an adblocker you can trust takes time, however we've done the work for you! Here's our list of the best free ad blockers.
By Sam Cook in VPN & Privacy on April 22, 2024
It's 2019, and popup ads are still a problem! We've tested over two dozen popup ad blockers. These 12 ad blockers offer the best quality and are completely free to use. 
By Sam Cook in Information Security on October 25, 2019
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