4chan is one of my favorite imageboard websites, but it’s notorious for IP banning users. I needed to get access to 4chan after my old account was range-blocked due to someone in my area breaching its terms. After looking at all the methods I know, I can tell you which works best for bypassing

Torrents are a godsend if you need a fast, reliable way to download large files from the internet. However, like many of life’s joys, torrenting involves some risk. My team and I don’t condone downloading illegal, copyrighted material — you can avoid taking legal risks altogether by abiding by

Finding reliable and secure torrent sites for music can be tricky. Many track your web data and contain malware. Poorly moderated music torrent sites also have slow speeds (due to a low number of seeders), numerous inactive torrents, and low-quality releases. That’s why my team and I tested over

Are you ready for the historical soap opera of The Crown Season 4? The Netflix series promises more reveal moments with the unmasking of a Soviet spy and the rise of Prince Charles. If you have a Netflix account, The Crown Season 4 is waiting for you. However, the show is only available in

If you’re a tennis fan, you won’t want to miss the Davis Cup with a new round-robin format that makes the tournament even more exciting. While the games are broadcast on various platforms across the globe, Australian fans can watch the Davis Cup online for free on 9Now. Theoretically, a VPN can

While many would argue that Gmail is the best email platform there is, there are those who disagree. Whether it’s the promotional emails, the different labels and tags, or you’re worried about your security, Gmail might not be the best email option for you. Luckily, there’s a simple way to

Beauty and the Beast is currently only streaming on Disney+. Currently, Disney+ (and Hotstar) aren’t available in every country, limiting where you can watch Beauty and the Beast. A VPN can provide you with an IP address where Disney+ is available, meaning it's theoretically possible to watch

The Indian Ocean Island Games is a thrilling competition, but there aren’t many options for watching it online. Typically, only the countries that are participants in the Indian Ocean Island Games have broadcast rights or streaming services that cover the games. While you could theoretically use

Charmed is one of my favorite shows, but it’s only available in the US on The CW. Any time you visit The CW, it looks at your IP address to find out where you’re located. If it detects you're outside the US, it blocks you. You could theoretically use a VPN to get a US IP address that lets you

From the latest Premier League games to in-depth NASCAR, NFL, NHL, and golf coverage, NBC Sports has it all – at least for American viewers. You must be in the US to watch NBC Sports; otherwise, you'll be blocked from accessing the channel. NBC Sports has a way of filtering foreign IP addresses

is one of the most dynamic VPNs on the market. With a global network of servers and the highest level of data encryption possible, it’s among our top-rated VPNs for good reason. But just because we love CyberGhost doesn’t mean it’s the best fit for you. For example, although it can bypass a

Lots of premium VPNs claim to be good for traveling, but it’s impossible to know which will work until you try them out. You don’t have time for that. That’s why I spent several weeks testing 33 premium VPNs to see which actually deliver. I found out that most of them can’t bypass censorship or

Google Bard is a valuable AI technology tool, but it’s not available globally. This is because the chatbot is still being tested, and Google may need to enhance its infrastructure and resources before rolling Bard out in other countries and languages. Luckily, you can access Google Bard from

Nvidia Shield is an awesome streaming machine, but getting the right VPN to go with it can be challenging. Some VPNs don’t offer the fast speeds you need for streaming in HD, while others won’t get you past Netflix, Hulu, and HBO Max’s geoblocks. I tested 50+ VPNs to find the best ones for

While Super Smash Bros is a popular game for Nintendo, it’s known to be plagued with problems. The worst of these is the constant lagging and glitching that occurs during gameplay. Lagging can be in the form of an irritating glitch now and then, that’s inconvenient but not detrimental. It can

Finding the best VPN for Minecraft can be hard. Some of them don’t give you access to many locations around the world, while others will slow down your speed and increase your ping, ruining your gaming experience. I tested over 30 different VPNs and identified the ones that allow you to play

Big Shot is exclusive to Disney+. While the platform is available in many countries around the world, some regions still don’t have access to the service. You could, in theory, use a VPN to stream Disney+ from anywhere, but this can constitute copyright infringement. If you’re in a supported

Chris Pratt’s The Tomorrow War is on Amazon Prime Video US. The streaming service checks your IP address to know your location, and if you’re not in a licensed country, you can’t watch the sci-fi thriller. In theory, you could use a VPN to obtain a US IP and watch The Tomorrow War from anywhere.

Vudu has a great selection of ad-supported free content, along with lots of rental and for-sale titles. However, Vudu is currently only available in the US and Mexico. Theoretically, a VPN could allow you to watch shows on Vudu from outside the US or Mexico. However, this breaches Vudu’s

The androids have broken free of the theme park and are heading for the real world in season 3 of Westworld. You can watch the whole series without a cable subscription on HBO NOW, but only if you’re in the US. In theory, a VPN could give you a US IP, allowing you to watch Westworld Season 3

Setting up NordVPN on a router is more complex than it is on a phone or PC. Routers need manual configuration, while other devices simply require you to download and install the app. Still, you can do the router setup on your own in a few steps. I’ve put together a comprehensive step-by-step