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The best VPN routers you can buy

Setting up a VPN on your router can give you full coverage for all your devices at home. We've found the best routers that support VPN installation or include pre-installed VPN solutions.

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The best free VPNs: Expert tested
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Your Android phone is getting a new security secret weapon - how it works
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Surfshark is our pick for best value VPN, and you can save up to 87% on plans right now
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Cookie pop-ups don't have to be a fact of life online - how I block them and why
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The best VPN routers you can buy

Setting up a VPN on your router can give you full coverage for all your devices at home. We've found the best routers that support VPN installation or include pre-installed VPN solutions.
7 hours ago by Charlie Osborne in VPN
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The best free VPNs: Expert tested

If you are in need of a way to improve your online privacy, consider using a VPN. We tested the best free VPNs which offer solid services without invading your privacy or selling your data.
8 hours ago by Kennedy Otieno in VPN
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Your Android phone is getting a new security secret weapon - how it works

This new security feature from Google will make your Android phone more difficult to access if you haven't used it in a while.
17 hours ago by Artie Beaty in Android
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Surfshark is our pick for best value VPN, and you can save up to 87% on plans right now

ZDNET's pick for best value VPN just got cheaper. Through April 30, you can save and score three months free on Surfshark VPN and antivirus plans.
1 day ago by Kayla Solino in VPN
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Cookie pop-ups don't have to be a fact of life online - how I block them and why

There are legitimate uses for cookies but they have a dark side too.
1 day ago by Jack Wallen in Security
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Windows warning: Don't delete that weird 'inetpub' folder. Already did? Here's your fix

It may look empty, but that folder is tied to a new security patch - and it shouldn't be removed.
1 day ago by Lance Whitney in Windows
OpenAI will struggle to survive, predicts AI expert

OpenAI used to test its AI models for months - now it's days. Why that matters

The change is meant to speed things up, but some staff are calling it 'a recipe for disaster.'
1 day ago by Radhika Rajkumar in Artificial Intelligence
iOS 18.4 update draining your iPhone battery? 5 potential causes, and how to fix them

5 warning signs that your phone's been hacked - and how to fight back

Here are the biggest warning signs that your phone may be compromised and the secret codes that can tell you all about it.
3 days ago by Lance Whitney in Security
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The best Apple TV VPNs: Expert tested

We've tested the best VPNs available for you to securely stream your favorite shows through Apple TV without drastic speed loss. These are our favorites.
4 days ago by Charlie Osborne in VPN
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The best smart TV VPNs of 2025: Expert tested

If you want a speedy, reliable VPN compatible with your smart TV for streaming without lag or connection issues, check out ZDNET's favorites.
4 days ago by Charlie Osborne in VPN
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Biometrics vs. passcodes: What lawyers recommend if you're worried about warrantless phone searches

Do passcodes really protect you more from warrantless phone searches than biometrics? It's complicated.
4 days ago by David Berlind in Security
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The best AirTag wallets you can buy: Expert tested

Never lose your wallet again with Apple AirTag tracking accessories from expert-tested brands like Ridge, Nomad, and more.
5 days ago by Kayla Solino in Wearables
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5 ways to avoid spyware disguised as legit apps - before it's too late

You may not be the intended target of these malicious apps masquerading as legitimate programs - but you can still be their victim.
6 days ago by Lance Whitney in Security
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5 simple ways to regain your data privacy online - starting today

A new survey from Malwarebytes reveals that most people are worried about their personal data being misused by corporations. But it doesn't have to be a losing battle. Here's how to better protect yourself.
6 days ago by Ed Bott in Security
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How Google's new Unified Security platform aims to simplify the fight against cyberthreats

Designed for enterprise security professionals, Google Unified Security brings different tools together in one platform to reduce complexity and confusion.
6 days ago by Lance Whitney in Security
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