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70+ common online scams used by cyber criminals and fraudsters

By Jon Watson in VPN, on November 8, 2021 at 4:15 pm

The internet is the most widely used communication tool in existence. It's also the best tool for scammers and phishers to hunt for victims. Watch out for these common online scams.

VPN protocols explained and compared

By Paul Bischoff in VPN, on February 2, 2019 at 9:33 am

A quick reference guide for the lay-person who wants to explore the different VPN protocols: OpenVPN, L2TP/IPSec, PPTP, SSTP, and IKEv2.

Does your VPN Keep Logs? 140 VPN Logging Policies Revealed

By Aimee O'Driscoll in VPN, on December 6, 2018 at 12:18 pm

Many VPN providers claim to be logless but it's usually not that simple. We explain the types of logs and explore 140 VPN logging policies.

How to remove spyware for free and which tools to use

By Sam Cook in VPN, on November 14, 2018 at 2:15 pm

Is spyware clogging up your system? Whether it's adware or trojans, you can remove any and all spyware with free spyware removal tools. Here's how.

300+ Terrifying Cybercrime and Cybersecurity Statistics (2021 EDITION)

By Andra Zaharia in VPN, on October 2, 2018 at 8:55 am

Find out about the most interesting and shocking cybercrime statistics, facts, and trends, and learn how to improve your online security and privacy.

Most VPNs can leak personal data despite claims to the contrary

By Paul Bischoff in VPN, on December 12, 2017 at 9:45 am

The vast majority of VPNs claim to protect against leaking but are they really as good as they claim? We set about putting popular VPNs through a series of leak tests to find out.

Where are VPNs legal and where are they banned?

By Aimee O'Driscoll in VPN, on November 13, 2017 at 1:29 pm

Attitudes toward VPNs and online censorship vary by country. This guide will go country-by-country to answer "Where are VPNs legal?"

What is a Man in the Middle attack and how can I avoid it?

By Jon Watson in VPN, on October 19, 2017 at 1:53 pm

A Man in the Middle attack is where a bad guy plays two parties against each other without either party knowing. This guide helps avoid becoming a victim.

How to configure a smart DNS proxy service on a DD-WRT router

By Jon Watson in VPN, on October 4, 2017 at 3:01 pm

Installing OpenVPN client and server on a DD-WRT router

By Jon Watson in VPN, on September 27, 2017 at 8:23 pm

This guide explains how to install and configure both a DD-WRT OpenVPN server and the OpenVPN client on the open source DD-WRT router.

The ultimate digital privacy guide for teachers

By Jon Watson in VPN, on September 12, 2017 at 12:44 pm

Teachers can find it hard to both be on the internet and also maintain some sort of privacy. This teachers' guide to online privacy can help.

How to find and safely use wifi and cybercafes abroad

By Aimee O'Driscoll in VPN, on September 12, 2017 at 8:24 am

Staying connected while you're away is a necessity these days. We explain how to find and safely use wifi and cybercafes abroad.

VPN statistics: What the numbers tell us about VPNs

By Aimee O'Driscoll in VPN, on September 11, 2017 at 10:53 am

VPN usage is on the up and up, but just how popular is this technology? We explore some VPN statistics that tell us about usage worldwide.

A brief history of government surveillance and spying in the USA and how it invades your privacy

By Chris Stobing in VPN, on September 11, 2017 at 10:48 am

The government is spying on us with its own massive surveillance network at all times, but how did it start, and how does it all work? Read on to find out.

How law enforcement personnel can protect their privacy online

By Jon Watson in VPN, on August 31, 2017 at 3:47 pm

Internet privacy is a problem for law enforcement as they tend to have a long list of enemies. This article contains online privacy tips for law enforcement

What is a VNC and how does it differ from a VPN?

By Jon Watson in VPN, on June 30, 2017 at 5:09 pm

The terms Virtual Network Computing (VNC) and Virtual Private Networking (VPN) sound similar but are very different things.

Encryption Resources: A Big List of Tools and Guides

By Richard Patterson in VPN, on February 10, 2017 at 4:40 pm

Want to learn more about encryption and how it can protect your privacy? We've put together a big list of encryption resources, guides and tools.

What’s the difference between a proxy and a VPN?

By Paul Bischoff in VPN, on April 1, 2016 at 4:25 pm

The differences between HTTP, DNS, and SOCKS proxies vs shared and private VPNs vs Tor explained.

How to unblock video streaming sites with a VPN

By Paul Bischoff in VPN, on March 25, 2016 at 5:43 pm

Our guide on how to use VPNs to unblock streaming videos and other content online, as well as bypassing ISP throttling.

Understanding VPN logging and search warrants

By Jonathan Keane in VPN, on October 8, 2015 at 9:16 pm

If you are serious about protecting your online privacy then you will want a good understanding of your VPN provider's logging policy and what it means to you.