My 11-year-old nephew, Dylan, recently asked me to help him with an issue he had with Fortnite. He got the dreaded Fortnite ban screen on his Xbox, and couldn’t continue playing the game. Since I’m familiar with the issue, I identified the problem right away and provided a solution. Now I want to

ZDF is my go-to Germany platform, but you can’t stream it if you’re outside German borders. The zdf.de website checks your IP address to see if you’re in Germany. If you’re not, you won’t be able to watch live TV or on-demand ZDF content. Theoretically, you could use a VPN with German servers to

What is an ICO? Initial Coin Offering (ICO) is an unregulated alternative means of crowdfunding based on new digital cryptocurrencies that have emerged outside the traditional financial system. It recently boomed in popularity to becoming a major source of capital for start-ups. Ever since the

Editor's note: This article was originally published in May. Because online censorship is constantly evolving, some of the countries' rankings may not be entirely accurate anymore. For an update on countries' online censorship, please see our Live Updates page.  Do you know what internet

Your internet connection might slow down after December 14th. On that day, the FCC will vote on Ajit Pai’s proposal to reverse Title II in the Communication Act.  Title II ensures that the government monitors all ISPs, so they cannot throttle your connection or charge you more money. If Ajit

1. Peter Turner Senior Vice President of Consumer Security at Avast SecureLine As the Senior VP of Consumer Security at Avast SecureLine, Peter Turner’s responsibilities couldn’t be more important. Turner ensures that Avast products protect their hundreds of millions of users

No organization is absolutely safe from a data breach in today's digital world. To protect against this ever-present threat, companies are investing in security controls like encryption, VPNs and multi-factor authentication (MFA) as well as creating vulnerability management programs. These measures

As soon as I started speaking with Ori Eisen, the founder and CEO of Trusona, I felt a surge of energy in the room. I quickly discovered the reasons for that energy: (1) Ori is a naturally enthusiastic guy,  (2) Ori is extremely passionate about eliminating the use of passwords, and (3) we were

Have you heard of Bitcoin? It’s almost a rhetorical question in today’s market. Bitcoin continues to gain mainstream popularity and is discussed constantly in the media. However, that doesn’t mean everyone understands what it is. In fact, most people don’t. The nature of the technology on

In September 2017, 143 million people were affected by the Equifax data breach. The incident was a huge eye opener to many people and had them asking questions as to whether or not their money is actually safe. The best way to prevent something like this from happening to you is to freeze your

Do you enjoy playing the latest version of Candy Crush on your phone? Are your weekends filled with hours playing MMORPGs with your buddies? Or perhaps you enjoy jumping in a race car and speeding around a track in the latest NASCAR game. It doesn't matter what type of game you enjoy, if any of

You will get an error message if you try to watch Swedish streaming services from most countries. That’s because channels such as SVT and TV4 aren’t available to viewers without a Swedish IP address due to geo-restrictions. However, you can get a Swedish IP address with a VPN. Unfortunately,

Even in incognito or private mode, popular browsers like Chrome and Safari will still expose your data (like your IP address and location) to third parties. These browsers collect tons of browsing data to create individual ad profiles and provide you with targeted ads. After my team and I tested

With USTVGO shut down, accessing free live US TV can be challenging. There are very few free sites that reliably stream US channels like ABC and CNN. Not to mention, many of these services are illegal and filled with malware and spyware — potentially putting you at risk. That's why I tested over

A MAC address is essential for networking control, data sharing, and security. However, most resources or Reddit posts can’t explain “What is a MAC address?” in simple terms. Here, you can find a clear definition, examples, and ways it’s used. I’ll also cover the differences between MAC

Scouting out a free movie streaming site might seem like a bit of a maze. A lot of the LookMovie alternatives you'll find are just replicas or proxies that don't really offer what they promise. It's super easy to fall into the trap of thinking you're on a legit site when, in fact, it's anything but

There are many options available online that let you stream your favorite Nickelodeon shows, like SpongeBob SquarePants and PAW Patrol, in HD. For a free streaming experience, check out platforms like Pluto TV or Tubi. You can also watch the shows on sites like Paramount+ and Sling TV. Premium

You always risk being exposed to privacy and security threats with uTorrent. A VPN protects your personal information and keeps your online activity private. As a regular uTorrent user, I wanted to know if I could save some money by using a free VPN. After testing 30+ free VPNs, I found only a

Android ads aren’t only annoying — they can also slow your device and drain your battery quicker than you might expect. It's vital to choose an ad blocker that effectively tackles these issues without costing you extra, enhancing your online experience. There's a lot of talk online regarding the

Torrenting isn’t usually illegal, but sharing copyrighted material is. Since it’s often difficult to determine the legality of shared files, this leaves torrenting in a legal gray area. Because of this, some countries have laws against torrenting, while others permit it for personal use. For

Downloading a free VPN is pretty straightforward since there are usually native apps for the most widely used devices, like Windows, macOS, iOS, and Android. That said, these aren’t the only gadgets you can use a VPN with, and when there isn’t a native app, installation can become a bit more