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technology3 days ago•6 min saved

VPNs Demystified: Which One Fits Your Privacy Needs?

VPNs have gone mainstream, offering IP masking and encrypted connections, but the best choice depends on trust and needs. Proton VPN is highlighted as easy-to-use, privacy-focused, Swiss-owned with a no-logs stance and a paid VPN Plus for faster streaming; Mozilla Firefox’s built-in VPN provides free browsing up to 50GB/month and is simple to use but only protects Firefox traffic; WireGuard is a free, open-source protocol that can be installed on home routers for device-wide protection, yet it requires technical setup and may affect speeds. Consider ownership, data handling, and ease of use when choosing a VPN for your devices.

via Financial Times|

#cybersecurity #privacy #protonvpn

technology16 days ago•8 min saved

Chrome Alternatives That Pack More Power and Privacy

A tech piece highlights Brave, Vivaldi, Firefox, and Opera as Chrome rivals that offer more power through built-in privacy tools, customization options, and extra features like Tor integration and VPNs, with cross-platform availability across mobile and desktop.

via bgr.com|

#browsers #cross-platform #customization

privacy19 days ago•6 min saved

Public Wi‑Fi Risks Escalate as Captive Portal Attacks Target Travelers

Microsoft Threat Intelligence warns of the CaptiveCrunch campaign that targets hospitality wifi networks (hotels, airports, conference centers) by abusing captive portal prompts to phish credentials, push malware, and perform man-in-the-middle attacks. Travelers are urged to rely on private connections (mobile hotspots or cellular data), use an enterprise-managed travel router or VPN with a kill switch if public wifi must be used, carefully inspect login prompts, avoid downloading software through captive portals, and keep devices and apps up to date to minimize risk.

via Lifehacker|

#phishing #privacy #public-wifi

technology21 days ago•1 min saved

Beware fake hotel Wi-Fi login pages, Microsoft warns travelers

Microsoft says Russian-backed hackers are compromising hospitality Wi‑Fi networks and deploying fake Microsoft 365 login pages to harvest credentials from travelers. Stay vigilant: verify hotel networks, avoid entering passwords on unexpected prompts, use a VPN or mobile hotspot, and enable multi-factor authentication or passkeys for added protection.

via WMUR|

#cybersecurity #hotel-wifi #phishing

technology24 days ago•33 min saved

SCREEN Act Could Erase Online Anonymity Across the Web

The SCREEN Act would require nearly any online service that hosts even a single piece of sexually explicit content to verify users’ ages via real-identity processes, threatening widespread loss of anonymity and privacy. It would affect platforms beyond adult sites—including streaming and social networks—by mandating age checks tied to personal data, while weakening protections on how long such data can be kept. The bill also targets VPNs by requiring verification based on IP addresses, potentially chilling legitimate privacy protections and journalists’ and activists’ security. The piece argues these provisions create a privacy and security nightmare and urges opposition to safeguard lawful speech and user privacy.

via Electronic Frontier Foundation|

#age-verification #data-security #digital-rights

technology28 days ago•9 min saved

Private Browsing Isn’t Invisible: What ISPs, Sites, and Ads Can See

Private browsing doesn’t hide your activity from ISPs, websites, or advertisers. Your ISP can see the sites you visit, when you’re online, data usage, and approximate location; websites can identify your IP, device, browser, and pages viewed; analytics and ad scripts can build profiles and show related ads. A VPN encrypts traffic and masks your IP from sites and ISPs but isn’t a perfect shield against all tracking. To improve privacy, adjust browser settings, deny unnecessary permissions, use a privacy-focused browser/search engine, keep software updated, and consider a VPN across devices. You can reduce what others learn about you, but you can’t disappear completely.

via Fox News|

#isp #privacy #private-browsing

technology1 month ago•84 min saved

Opera gains Android traction with built‑in VPN, ad blocker and AI features

Opera says its Android monthly active users grew 66% year over year in the UK and 40% in the US in Q2, crediting momentum to features Chrome lacks out of the box—free unlimited VPN, built-in ad blocker and AI tools—helping it pick up users in Europe after the EU Digital Markets Act and encouraging more Android users to try its browser.

via Android Central|

#ai #android #opera

technology1 month ago•15 min saved

Lock Down Your Smart Devices Before You Connect to Wi‑Fi

Before linking a new smart TV, tablet, or phone to your home network, follow a quick privacy and security checklist: install software updates, change default passwords, review and limit app permissions (turn off Automatic Content Recognition on TVs), disable unused features like Bluetooth or screen sharing, consider using a guest IoT network to isolate devices, enable two‑factor authentication on accounts, remove unneeded apps, and add a trusted VPN for an extra layer of encryption—recognizing that default settings favor convenience over privacy.

via Fox News|

#acr #privacy #security

sports1 month ago•7 min saved

Haaland‑Bellingham Showdown: Norway vs England in 2026 World Cup Quarterfinal

Norway and England meet in the 2026 World Cup quarterfinal in Miami (kickoff 5 p.m. ET) as Haaland faces Bellingham, with Fox holding US rights and multiple streaming options (Fox One, Fubo, YouTube TV, DirecTV); UK viewers can use ITV/ITVX, Australia’s SBS, and Canada’s TSN/CTV, and the winner advances to a semifinal vs. Argentina or Switzerland; a VPN guide is included for watching from abroad.

via CNET|

#england #norway #sports

technology1 month ago•5 min saved

Most Free Android VPN Apps Fail Basic Privacy Tests, Study Finds

A large study of 281 popular free Android VPN apps found widespread privacy flaws: 29 apps leaked DNS traffic, 61 sent data in plaintext, five downloaded unencrypted configuration files that could be hijacked, and 169 hid VPN activity to be easily blocked. Most apps also collected device data and tracking identifiers, undermining privacy while offering little real security, with only one of 108 OpenVPN configurations meeting all security best practices. The researchers urge independent audits and caution users to scrutinize marketing claims beyond “verified” labels.

via The Hacker News|

#android #data-leaks #privacy

sports1 month ago•14 min saved

Global fans can stream France vs. Morocco with free and VPN-backed options

The France–Morocco World Cup quarterfinal airs July 9 at 4 p.m. ET (USA) and can be watched in the US on FOX via live TV services, with free trials on Fubo or YouTube TV; UK viewers can stream for free on ITVX, while SBS On Demand (Australia), RTVE (Spain), Rai Play (Italy), Das Erste 1 (Germany), and Tabii (Turkey) offer free streams. For viewers abroad, a VPN (notably NordVPN) lets you access these services from anywhere, following a simple setup guide, with a reminder that VPN use may be restricted by local laws. The article also points to broader World Cup streaming options and notes teams’ recent form from the 2022 tournament.

via Business Insider|

#france #morocco #sports

sports2 months ago•8 min saved

Knicks Eye Championship Clinch in Game 5: Where to Watch the NBA Finals Without Cable

Knicks lead the 2026 NBA Finals 3-1 and face the Spurs in Game 5 at 8:30 p.m. ET on Saturday, June 13, broadcast on ABC; cord-cutters can stream via DirecTV, FuboTV, Hulu + Live TV, Sling, or YouTube TV (free trials or day passes available). If needed, Games 6 and 7 would follow the same schedule. VPNs can help access region-locked streams in some markets, and for best viewing, enable motion smoothing on your TV.

via PCMag|

#knicks #nba-finals #sports

deals2 months ago•7 min saved

Free Brazil vs Morocco Watch: BBC iPlayer VPN Guide

This Gizmodo Deals guide explains how to watch the Brazil vs Morocco 2026 World Cup opener for free from anywhere: UK viewers can use BBC iPlayer, while viewers outside the UK can use a UK VPN (NordVPN with code GIZMODO) to unlock the BBC stream. It covers US, UK, and Canada broadcast options (US: FS1/Fox One and Telemundo/Peacock; UK: BBC One/iPlayer; Canada: TSN/CTV), kickoff times, and step-by-step setup, including switching VPN servers if the stream stutters. The article notes a test showing 1080p BBC iPlayer viewing via a London server and that NordVPN supports multiple devices, offering a practical workaround for a free feed.

via Gizmodo|

#bbc-iplayer #brazil #deals

deals2 months ago•15 min saved

Unlock Brazil vs Morocco: Free BBC iPlayer Stream for World Cup 2026 Opener

Kotaku Deals explains how to watch the Brazil vs Morocco World Cup 2026 opener: UK viewers can stream free on BBC iPlayer, while US viewers face paid options (FS1/Fox One and Telemundo/Peacock). The guide suggests using a UK VPN (NordVPN recommended) to unlock the free BBC feed from abroad and notes kickoff is June 13 at 6:00 p.m. ET at MetLife Stadium, with coverage potentially across multiple devices.

via Kotaku|

#bbc-iplayer #brazil-vs-morocco #deals

sports2 months ago•3 min saved

Monaco Grand Prix Live: Your Guide to Free and Legal Ways to Watch

The Monaco Grand Prix runs June 5–7 at Circuit de Monaco with practice, qualifying, and the race; US viewers can watch on Apple TV (with free trials) while international fans can stream via Belgium's RTBF Auvio or use a VPN to access geo-restricted streams, with step-by-step guidance provided; notable notes include home favorite Charles Leclerc and the record-holding Kimi Antonelli.

via PCMag|

#apple-tv #f1 #monaco-grand-prix