Opera's free built-in VPN can now switch on automatically on public Wi-Fi, but the feature is opt-in, not default, and only covers browser traffic today.
Three VPN apps, two parent companies. We weigh ExpressVPN, NordVPN and Surfshark on audits, device limits and renewal prices, then name a pick.
Six free VPNs funded by paying subscribers instead of your browsing data, ranked, with pricing, independent speed figures and every catch named.
Ten password managers ranked on the record that counts: published audits, breach history, vault architecture and how each vendor answered researchers.
Both vaults got more expensive in 2026 while Bitwarden Free stayed put. Here is what the free plan really covers, and when 1Password earns its fee.
AES-256 encryption is real protection with a narrow job. What it actually covers, what it never touches, and the settings that decide the difference.
A firewall decides which connections reach your device. Here is what it blocks, the main types explained simply, and where to find the ones you already own.
Researchers found 40 Firefox extensions built to steal crypto wallet secrets and saved credentials. Here is how to check the add-ons you already have.
Firefox for iOS now has an optional EasyList ad blocker, switched off by default. It leaves search engine ads and Mozilla's own sponsored tiles untouched.
Avast vs AVG comes down to one company and one engine. We compare all six sibling products, name what actually differs, and pick a winner for each buyer.
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