As a fan of the Scandinavian thriller Gone, I was excited to watch the remake: Alone. When I went searching for it, I found that it’s exclusively available on Hulu, a US-only streaming platform. While a VPN can give you a US IP address, hypothetically letting you watch Hulu anywhere, you should

As the capital of Sichuan Province, Chengdu is an important place to visit for any traveler to China. It has a fascinating history as the Capital of the Shu which was one of the 3 kingdoms of Ancient China, and was, and still is an important city for trade in China. While it used to be a bit off

The search engine Bing is one of the last holdouts from the Western internet that is generally still accessible in China. Bing never came close to Google's popularity in the US, but it has a small foothold in China. Microsoft chose to comply with China's censorship laws to maintain its presence in

When it comes to internet censorship worldwide, nothing outranks the Great Firewall of China. If you’re planning a trip to China, you should be aware that websites and services such as Google, Facebook, YouTube, and even Whatsapp are all blocked. (You can see what other popular sites are blocked,

A cracked VPN is a modified version of a legitimate VPN, altered illegally to bypass payment. These unauthorized versions are offered for free, promising premium services without the cost. However, cracked VPNs come with significant privacy risks. These are apps that have been tampered with, and

Many companies challenge hackers – or anyone else who wants to give it a try – to find security bugs in their systems and break in. Not only that, but they reward anyone who can do it successfully. The bigger the bug, the better the reward – commonly known as a bug bounty. Inviting hackers to

If you're eager to try Google’s Search Generative Experience (SGE), signing up for Google Search Labs is your first step. Labs offer a sneak peek into Google's latest tech experiments, though you may need to join a waitlist first. However, accessing Google Search Labs outside the US isn't possible

Torrenting is a clever way to distribute files quickly. It splits huge chunks of data into smaller bits and distributes it among multiple users so they can share it. This increases network bandwidth, resulting in faster downloads. However, for this method to work, everyone needs to share their

A proxy server works as a gateway between your device and the websites you want to access. Instead of connecting directly to a website (which acts as a server), you route your connection through a 3rd party server that has the purpose of protecting your online footprint. That way, you can keep your

If you’re searching for a safe, powerful, tech-savvy internet solution, you may have discovered both VPN and MPLS technology. VPN stands for Virtual Private Network, while MPLS stands for Multi-Protocol Label Switching. These are two different systems for keeping you more anonymous and secure

Fake reviews on e-commerce sites like Amazon mislead consumers and can short-change businesses. With fake reviews flooding Amazon’s platform by the millions, spotting them is becoming increasingly important if you don’t want to get ripped off. That’s why I’ve written a step-by-step guide on how

Have you noticed that your phone or computer is running a lot slower? If you've ever tried to investigate, you may have found that your device is packed with apps or software that you don't remember installing. This is bloatware—and it can be annoying at best, or dangerous at worst. Read our

The snow terrain of Vikendi in PUBG is shrinking.  You and your small squad of fighters must make it to the cosmodrome in less than a minute. A firefight along the way is inevitable. Then, the worst happens. Like an unseen sniper, a lag disrupts your gameplay. The slow computer response costs

The CBC Sports add-on for Kodi gives you a feast of sporting events from the Olympics to the NHL. It's the perfect addition to your Kodi channel collection. That is if you live in Canada. The sports channel is not available if you live outside of Canada due to its geo-restricted content. But,

Covenant isn’t available on the official Kodi repository. You need to download a zip file from an unknown third party, which can leave you vulnerable to cyber threats. Also, to bring you the latest movies and TV shows, Covenant often pirates content. You can use a VPN to download and install

IPsec and SSL encrypt your data, but they do it differently. They’re both popular network protocols by consumer (and remote access) VPNs. The main difference in IPsec and SSL performance from the user’s point of view is the level of security and speed. My team and I tested 70+ VPNs to find the

In Argentina, accessing online content can be challenging due to geoblocks. Some international websites might restrict you based on your IP address. You also risk your privacy when you use the country’s unsecured WiFi hotspots (like in cafes or airports). The best VPNs for Argentina let you

Data retention laws in Chile allow ISPs to collect your data, and businesses have been found to mine and sell citizens' information to third parties like marketers. So, you need a VPN to safeguard your digital footprint and get an unthrottled internet experience in the country. My team and I

Initially launched in 2002 as Xbox Media Player, Kodi has been growing in popularity ever since. If you’ve just heard of Kodi, this article will tell you what you need to know before deciding to use it. If you’re a long-time Kodi user, read on to learn more about how you can secure and enhance your

Many people these days use their laptops or mobile devices with public internet hotspots and assume that the connection is as safe as their internet at home. When you’re sitting in a coffee shop or hotel room and casually logging in to the free wi-fi, how can you be sure that the wi-fi provider

Finding the right VPN for streaming Bally Sports (formerly FOX Sports GO) securely is not a walk in the park. Some VPNs aren’t fast enough for live-streaming sports action, while others are just too complicated, especially if you’ve never used one. To help you find the best one, my US team and I