Mo Harber-Lamond
Mo is VPN editor at Tom's Guide. Day-to-day he oversees guides on the best VPNs, privacy, and cybersecurity content, which includes making sure all his recommendations are up to date, accurate, and as useful for the reader as possible. He also undertakes regular testing of VPN providers, including their compatibility with streaming services such as Netflix, Amazon Prime and BBC iPlayer, along with assisting the main review team during the biannual VPN review process. He is also a regular contributor to TechRadar, covering VPN and privacy issues.
He graduated with First Class honours in English Literature and Creative Writing from Manchester University, and before joining the Tom's Guide team he worked for several years at Professional Writing Academy where he cut his teeth in both creative and editorial writing. Alongside working with the writing academy, he also side-hustled as a freelance proof-reader and copy-editor, with projects with the Metropolitan Museum of Art, Kyle Books, and Watkins Publishing under his belt – all the while gaining notoriety (if not success) with his band in his homeland of Cornwall.
Latest articles by Mo Harber-Lamond
How to change your IP address with a VPN
By Mo Harber-Lamond published
vpn Changing your IP address with a VPN is super simple, and here we take you through all the steps needed to get going.
What is Five Eyes: how the intelligence alliance affects you
By Mo Harber-Lamond published
vpn The Five Eyes alliance is well-known, but understanding what it does can help you improve your online privacy. Here, we explain all.
Download NordVPN: how to install on Windows, Mac, iOS and Android
By Mo Harber-Lamond published
vpn If you're wondering how to download NordVPN and install it on your devices, you've come to the right place. Here's our complete guide.
How to install a VPN on a router
By Mo Harber-Lamond published
vpn Installing a VPN on a router isn't necessarily a simple process, so here we run down all the steps you need to take.
What is VPN split tunneling and how does it work?
By Mo Harber-Lamond published
vpn It might be something you've heard of when picking a VPN, but what is split tunneling, and is it something you really need? Here, we explain all.
ExpressVPN’s new feature can get you connected in under a second
By Mo Harber-Lamond published
vpn Waiting to connect is annoying at the best of times, and ExpressVPN's Parallel Connections feature aims to speed up the process.
Nord Security and Surfshark take on ExpressVPN with huge VPN merger
By Mo Harber-Lamond published
vpn Leading VPN providers Nord Security and Surfshark have announced that they have joined forces, creating a privacy powerhouse.
Get an extra 2 months free from top-rated cheap VPN Surfshark
By Mo Harber-Lamond published
vpn Surfshark is always great value, but right now you can bag an extra 2 months free with this VPN deal – working out at just $2.30 a month.
How to watch HBO Max anywhere
By Mo Harber-Lamond published
VPN A wide selection of brand new movies, classics and hit TV shows available with HBO’s streaming service. Here’s our guide on how to watch HBO Max.
How to unblock sites and access banned pages wherever you are
By Mo Harber-Lamond published
vpn Countless sites are restricted across the globe, so it's no surprise that millions are looking to unblock sites. Here's our full guide.
The best Twitch VPN 2024
By Mo Harber-Lamond published
VPN A Twitch VPN allows viewers and streamers alike to upgrade their Twitch experience by reducing network throttling and even evading bans.
Epic January VPN deal: Surfshark is giving away 2 extra months for free
By Mo Harber-Lamond published
vpn This VPN deal from Surfshark adds a load more value by offering 2 months extra for free – but we don't know how long it'll be sticking around.
How to get a NordVPN free trial
By Mo Harber-Lamond published
VPN Long VPN plans are a commitment, so getting a NordPVN free trial before you purchase is perfect for testing out the service risk-free.
How to get free Backblaze cloud backup with ExpressVPN's exclusive deal
By Mo Harber-Lamond published
vpn ExpressVPN is offering a free 1-year plan of Backblaze with its 12-month offer, but you won't find it on Google. Here's how to get it.
These VPN deals are still running in the January sales, starting at just $1.13/pm
By Mo Harber-Lamond published
vpn While a lot of VPN deals ended at the start of January, there are a few still going strong – but we can't guarantee they'll stick around forever.
What VPNs will look like in 2022 — last year wrapped and what’s in store
By Mo Harber-Lamond published
VPN Last year saw some huge developments in the world of VPNs, and we're not expecting that to change into 2022 - here are our predictions.
Need a resolution? Increase your cybersecurity with a VPN from just $1.13/pm
By Mo Harber-Lamond published
vpn These VPN deals are super affordable, and can help protect your activity from snoopers as well as accessing more streaming content.
The best Cuba VPN 2024
By Mo Harber-Lamond published
VPN A Cuba VPN is just about essential in the country, thanks to wide-ranging censorship of the Internet and news. Here's our top 5.
The 5 best last-minute VPN deals of 2021, from just $1.13 a month
By Mo Harber-Lamond published
vpn These VPN deals offer a perfect New Year's resolution of increased cybersecurity – and they start from just $1.13 a month!
How to watch 7Plus and Channel 7 live anywhere: stream Ashes, NFL and more for free
By Mo Harber-Lamond published
VPN Channel 7 is the most popular channel in Australia, but it's not available outside the country. Here's how to watch 7Plus and Channel 7 anywhere in the world.
1 in 5 people aren't protecting themselves against cyber attacks — are you one of them?
By Mo Harber-Lamond published
vpn In a recent survey we found that over 20% of people use no cybersecurity tools whatsoever. Here's how and why to use them.
The best France VPN in 2024
By Mo Harber-Lamond published
VPN Whether you're a resident or you're simply visiting, using a France VPN can both keep you protected online and access more content.
Still watching NFL on cable? Here's why over 50% of viewers have cut the cord
By Mo Harber-Lamond published
Over the last few years cable has had serious competition from streaming services – and NFL fans are taking notice.
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