John Brandon
Latest articles by John Brandon
How do free VPN services make money?
By John Brandon last updated
Free services are incredibly tempting, but just because you're not handing over any cash doesn't mean you're not paying for it.
Are you really invisible when you use a VPN?
By John Brandon published
A VPN can be crucial for online security and privacy, but how invisible are you truly when using one?
How does a VPN protect your privacy and anonymity?
By John Brandon published
Knowing how a VPN protects you online is more than just interesting – it can help you use them more effectively, too.
The best legal alternatives to Showbox
By John Brandon published
Showbox is a colossus in terms of Korean movies and shows, but there are alternatives.
Is ExpressVPN legal?
By John Brandon published
An excellent VPN provider, but is downloading and using ExpressVPN's Virtual Private Network legal?
VPN services: Are they really legal everywhere?
By John Brandon published
Most countries do allow VPN usage, but there are a few exceptions – keep reading to find out where VPN services are legal.
The best 123movies alternatives in 2020
By John Brandon published
The 123movies service is now defunct but these legal streaming alternatives will fill the void.
The best legal Putlocker alternatives in 2020
By John Brandon published
Putlocker is dead...long live legal streaming services. Keep reading to find out the best alternatives to Putlocker out there.
How much data does a VPN really use?
By John Brandon published
vpn A VPN can help keep you stay safe and anonymous online, but how much data do they use? Keep reading to find out.
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