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Is Facebook listening to you?
Ever had a conversation with someone recommending a new , only to see it advertised to you on Facebook or Instagram literally the same day? It’s the sort of coincidence that feels too spooky to be j...
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Comparing WireGuard and Lightway: 3 reasons we created Lightway
When we announced the launch of Lightway—the VPN protocol we built from the ground up—many users asked why we didn’t adopt WireGuard instead. This response is understandable, given WireGuardâ€...
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4 reasons you need a VPN at home
You might already be using a VPN at work, at school, or simply when you’re on the go. By encrypting your traffic and sending it through a secure tunnel, a VPN is the quickest and surest method of ke...
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Tech safety for survivors of domestic violence
Content warning: This guide discusses aspects of domestic violence and abuse. Domestic violence is about the abuse of power and control, which can take many forms. Often, technology can serve as a maj...
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Should you hide your Wi-Fi network name (SSID) or not?
If you’re one to tinker with your router setup, you might notice an option that lets you hide your Wi-Fi network name. A Wi-Fi network name (SSID) helps you identify which wireless networks are avai...
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The essential crypto glossary: Blockchain terminology explained
Bitcoin is big news, but many of us don't understand it. This crypto glossary explains the blockchain terminology you need to hold your own. 21 Symbolic number, as there can only ever be 21 million Bi...
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How to stay secure when using public Wi-Fi
Free Wi-Fi isn't hard to find. It's available in airports, cafes, hotels, malls, and many other public places. But before you connect, consider the security risks. The Wi-Fi admin could try to see wha...
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Infographic: 12 tips to level up your cybersecurity
Don't have a VPN yet? It's the easiest way to improve your online security. For even more tips, check out our top internet tips to improve your privacy and security.
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Data scraping: A (mostly) legal way to harvest your information
When you post information or images of yourself publicly online, there is always the risk that someone will record that information and use it in some way. But the practice of data scraping, in which ...
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How to set up and use Pretty Good Privacy (PGP)
Pretty Good Privacy (PGP) is the No. 1 trusted and tested encryption program. It can be used to encrypt text, files, emails, or entire disks. It was created in 1991 by Phil Zimmermann and was released...
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