VPN usage has become quite common today. Many protocols are available for users, but OpenVPN is the most popular pick as of now. This is because of the high-level security it provides to your internet connection. However, there is another question that troubles people often, which is whether to choose OpenVPN with TCP or OpenVPN … Read more
VPNs encrypt your online traffic, keeping your information secure and your privacy protected. The downside of encryption is that it can slow down your connection, which means that you are likely to experience delays when you are streaming content or playing an online game. If you are watching videos on YouTube or listening to your … Read more
While the United States doesn’t have a mandatory data retention law, if an ISP or VPN company keeps communication records or other data from their customers, the government can request access to this information as per the Stored Communications Act (SCA). Furthermore, if the authorities manage to identify a specific user, they have the power … Read more
Originally released in 1995, Opera may not be a common choice for most users, but this web browser enjoys popularity among those who need advanced tech solutions. The majority of Opera users rely on this web browser to surf internet on their mobile devices, thanks to convenient features that make it ideal for this platform. … Read more
Firefox is a versatile browser and some of its less known settings can be adjusted to make your browsing more secure and private. If you type “about:config” into the search bar and press enter, you will be able to access the advanced configuration settings that Firefox offers. It is important to note that once you … Read more
Over the last few years, internet users have become increasingly aware of threats to privacy such as the use of HTTP browser cookies. The websites you visit store these small text files on your computer and they can be used to identify you when you visit a specific website, but that is not all. They … Read more
Censorship is one of the main threat for internet users and while many have chosen to bypass restrictions with the help of a VPN, governments are looking for ways to prevent the use of this technology. Case in point, China, which with its Great Firewall controls internet access, is also implementing blocks on VPN services, … Read more
Both VPNs and Proxies can disguise your IP address, helping you to keep your identity protected and enabling access to content that is subject to geo-restrictions. It is possible to find free proxy servers and some VPN providers include a proxy service as part of their plans. Many users are still unsure about the difference … Read more
During the 1980’s and 1990’s, the economic reforms in China opened the door to ideas that were deemed as threatening by the leading Communist Party. In the eyes of the organization, people in China became exposed to points of view that could jeopardize the country’s traditional values and political stance. Their concern was increased by … Read more
For many people, protecting their privacy is a priority and the main reason why they use a VPN. When privacy is your main goal, it is crucial to make sure that the VPN you use doesn’t keep logs of your online activities. Otherwise, your information could be at risk because if logs are kept, that … Read more