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Does a VPN slow down your internet connection?
By Mo Harber-Lamond last updated
Giddy up Worrying about whether a VPN slows down your internet connection is very common. Here we look at the numbers to see if it's true.
What are the benefits of using a VPN?
By Krishi Chowdhary last updated
VPNs are everywhere these days – but why bother investing in one? Here are the biggest and best VPN benefits.
VPN vs proxy: what's the difference and which should you get?
By Mo Harber-Lamond last updated
VPN VPN and proxies perform similar tasks, but in practice they're very different. Here we run down what each does and how to choose.
Are VPNs legal?
By Krishi Chowdhary last updated
Using a VPN may or may not be illegal depending on where you are and what you are trying to do. Read our in-depth guide for total clarity on the topic.
Are VPNs safe?
By Krishi Chowdhary last updated
A VPN may or may not be safe. Read our in-depth guide if you're unsure on whether or not it is safe to use a VPN.
Microsoft is ending support for Windows 10 soon — 5 ways to make sure your PC is secure
By Brian Nadel published
Five things you can do when Microsoft ends its free security updates to the venerable Windows 10 operating system in October
Over 600,000 Chrome users at risk after 16 browser extensions compromised by hackers — what you need to know
By Anthony Spadafora published
Browser extensions are under attack from hackers who are adding malicious code to them in order to steal cookies and credentials from Chrome users.
How to set up a VPN on any device
By Mo Harber-Lamond last updated
Windows, Mac, Android, iPhone; you name it, we've got the guide. Here, I'll walk you through how to set up a VPN on any device you own.
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