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Can you mod a VPN?
By Sam Dawson published
You may have seen VPN mods online, but are they legit?
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When is a VPN not a VPN?
By Olivia Powell published
Be wary of apps that claim to be VPNs but are really anything but
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The best Canada VPN in 2024
By Mo Harber-Lamond last updated
VPN Avoid government eyes and stream more with a Canada VPN. Here are my top five, including NordVPN, ExpressVPN, Surfshark and more.
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The best US VPN for use in or outside the USA in 2024
By Mo Harber-Lamond last updated
VPN Need a VPN for the US to evade surveillance and censorship online? I've tested dozens of providers, and here I rank the very best US VPNs
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Why are there so many VPN apps, and how do you avoid the scams?
By Andy Sansom published
We are constantly seeing new VPNs of variable quality popping up to join the market. But why are there so many different providers?
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How does a free VPN compare to a premium one in the most common uses?
By Andy Sansom published
VPNs come in two flavors, free and premium. As a rule of thumb, you get what you pay for, but is a free VPN enough for you?
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This VPN is offering five years for the price of one - but is it worth it?
By Andy Sansom published
There's currently a deal for AdGuard VPN that sounds very tempting, but is it worth subscribing for 5 years for just one $40 payment?
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What is the difference between VPN hardware and VPN software?
By Sam Dawson published
The differences between VPN hardware and software and what they're used for
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