Everyone uses computers, smartphones, and other internet-connected devices. It’s easy to feel like the information you receive from these devices only flows in one direction. If you search for something on Google or look at your friend’s profile on Facebook it feels like you’re the one getting information. BUT…Information flows just as much from you…
Bottom Line: VuzeVPN is a solid, reliable choice for anyone looking to stream content on a VPN connection. It offers connections in a long list of countries, so you can easily access geo-restricted content (or access your home or office connection remotely). What is a VPN? VPN stands for virtual private network. These are tools that…
A vast majority of websites use tracking data from their users to improve their sites, and to better market to their customers. As a result, the internet can feel like a giant data magnet. If you take these steps, you will at least have some sense of privacy and security while you’re using the internet.…
Our Criteria For Selecting A VPN When choosing a VPN, we think the most important factors you should consider are: Where is the VPN based? Does the VPN accept anonymous payment methods? Does the VPN support OpenVPN protocol? Does the VPN follow a no logging policy? Where is the VPN Based? Your VPN should be…
VPNs are one of the best tools for protecting your privacy on the internet. Rather than communicating directly between your computer and the sites you visit, VPNs first direct your network requests through a number of “virtual” networks to obfuscate your personal information. There are literally thousands of choices when it comes to VPNs. We’re…
If 2020 taught us anything, it’s that even the biggest companies can fall victim to data breaches or other privacy and security vulnerabilities. Unfortunately, when it’s your data being stolen or lost, you’re the victim, not the company. We’ve put together this list of tools you can use in the new year to help keep your private…
Snapchat has over 300 million active monthly users. It’s extremely popular with younger people. The platform lets users of all ages share photo, video and text messages. Many of these messages contain information about our everyday lives. But is Snapchat doing enough to keep its users and their data private? Do Snapchat Photos Really Disappear?…
Popular music streaming service Spotify has raised privacy concerns as multiple security researchers have expressed concerns. Back in July, USA Today reported that your activity on Spotify is public and “can be used against you.” Even if you haven’t noticed, Spotify shares your listening activity and history with anyone who has a profile. Contents: Spotify Offers…
It’s hard to get a clear number when looking for the exact percentage of internet traffic that porn and adult content account for. In 2015, there were at least 2 billion online searches for porn. Perhaps the most shocking statistic comes from Statista, which is that 20 percent of mobile searches are for porn content.…
If you’re familiar with network security and administration, you’re probably already familiar with proxies and proxy servers. However, even if you understand how a proxy works and what they are used for, you may learn a thing or two from this post. How Do Proxies Work? When you are connected to the internet through a…
Search Encrypt believes that tracking your location and who you are emailing is very intrusive. However, what you search for is another beast completely. This information reveals what you’re interested in, what you’re curious about, even what you think about those things. We’re explaining how websites and trackers follow you around the web. How Do Websites…
SSL certificate means small data files that are digitally compiled to a cryptographic key to a business’s details. When these data are installed on the webserver, the security gets activated. Once this is done the website protocol also gets activated and the secure connection from a server to a browser starts. This includes the hostname,…