MAGA-branded ‘Freedom Phone’ Is a Major Security Hazard Nobody can blame GOP voters for wanting a phone that prioritizes privacy and autonomy, but the Freedom Phone can’t be trusted. Views: 0 (more…)
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Read moreAre VPNs Legal? As virtual private networks are often used for things that aren’t completely legal, like torrenting copyrighted material or circumventing Chinese censorship, it might seem plausible to think that VPNs are illegal. The good news is that in most of the world, VPNs are perfectly legal. The bad news is that, in a small number of countries, they […]
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Read moreWhat Is Amazon Sidewalk, and Should You Disable It? On June 8, 2021, most Amazon smart home devices—as well as certain other connected gadgets—will become part of a nationwide network called Sidewalk. Here’s what you need to know, and how to opt out if you choose to. Views: 0 (more…)
Read moreFacebook can track your web activity. Here’s how to stop it – CNET No, the Off-Facebook Activity tracking rumor is not a hoax. Here’s how to keep the social media platform from tracking your web browsing. Views: 1 (more…)
Read moreHow to Test Your VPN Speed (and How to Speed up a VPN) You may have noticed that, with your VPN connected, your internet speed has dropped—even if only a little. No matter how fast a VPN claims to be, you’ll always get this decrease in speed. Let’s look at the reasons why. Views: 1 (more…)
Read moreDo ISPs Track and Sell Your Browsing Data? When you’re shopping for a VPN or otherwise looking into your privacy, you’ll quickly run into claims that your internet service provider is collecting your data and selling it. Is that even true, though? What are the rules that govern what ISPs can and cannot do with your data? Views: 0 (more…)
Read moreWhat Is DuckDuckGo? Meet the Google Alternative for Privacy DuckDuckGo is a privacy-focused search engine that doesn’t track you. This alternative to Google, Bing, and Yahoo is growing fast. Here’s an introduction to DuckDuckGo and a look at how it protects your privacy. Views: 0 (more…)
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