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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.

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Is a VPN really worth it?

By Mo Harber-Lamond last updated

VPN VPNs are useful in the right situations, but do you really need one? Here, I'll explore the details to help you decide if a VPN is right for you.

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I'm a security editor and after the massive 70 million PowerSchool data breach — I started asking questions about how it affects my kids

By Amber Bouman published

And why I wasn’t thrilled by the responses

Online Security
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Honestly, I'm super tempted by this Origin Broadband deal that gets you NBN 1000 for just $65p/m

By Lucy Scotting published

Origin's NBN plans have just received a juicy discount when you bundle your internet and energy bill.

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DeepSeek’s app contains serious privacy and security vulnerabilities that you should know about

By Amber Bouman published

DeepSeek's mobile apps have some serious privacy and security issues according to a new report.

Online Security

NordVPN will never store your data – and it can prove it

By George Phillips published

Your personal information is safe with NordVPN. Its no-logs claim has been independently audited for a fifth time.

VPNs

It's Safer Internet Day – here are 5 tips to help you be safer online

By Olivia Powell published

From avoiding phishing scams to using a VPN, here are the best ways to keep yourself safe online

Online Security
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What is a VPN kill switch, and why do you need one?

By Krishi Chowdhary last updated

vpn VPN kill switches are an essential privacy feature, and provide your first line of defense should your connection drop. Here's all you need to know.

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iOS 18.3.1 — update your iPhone right now to fix critical zero-day vulnerability

By Anthony Spadafora last updated

Apple patched a security flaw that could be exploited by hackers or even law enforcement to disable USB Restricted Mode on locked iPhones and iPads.

Online Security

I just tested the world’s first mindful browser — it’s calmly convinced me to ditch Google Chrome

By Jason England published

Opera Air strips a lot of the UI clutter you see in Google Chrome, and places a focus on mindfulness with binaural beats and meditation exercises.

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