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The benefits of a VPN for Black Desert Online
This post was originally published on May 19, 2016. Black Desert Online is utterly incredible. It’s a huge MMORPG with an expansive list of characters and hitherto unimaginable game mechanics. From ...
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What is a transparent proxy? A complete guide
Transparent proxies, also known as forced or invisible proxies, are popular in corporate network infrastructure. They help filter and redirect traffic, block access to unauthorized parties, and more. ...
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Botnet explained: Types, attacks, detection & protection tips
Botnets, also known as robot networks, are one of the biggest cybersecurity threats online, yet they often go unnoticed. These networks of infected computers, routers, and smart devices quietly turn...
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Why there won’t be an ExpressVPN lifetime subscription
At ExpressVPN, service excellence is paramount. We’ve made a commitment: No marketing gimmicks and no skimping on the quality of service. Ever. You get the VPN quality you pay for A discounted rate ...
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Ask Lexie! How to fix a hacked MacBook
Hi, I’m Lexie, and I work for ExpressVPN’s security team. ExpressVPN receives lots of emails and comments from users and readers about our blog posts and guides. Some of these inquiries may be use...
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Do I need antivirus on my computer?
Tl;dr: No, antivirus software no longer reliably protects against malware threats. To understand why, read below about the history of malware, what antivirus software does, and whether you truly need ...
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White House catches up with 21st century tech
Do you have any of the following hardware in your home? A modern desktop phone? Reliable Wi-Fi? A color printer? If you answered “yes” to any of the above, then congratulations: your house is mo...
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5 questions about the new WhatsApp encryption upgrade
As of Monday, April 4, 2016, WhatsApp has become the largest encrypted messaging app in the world, by launching its end-to-end encryption upgrade across all communications platforms. Just when we thou...
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What the Panama Leak means for corruption and privacy
Last Sunday (April 3, 2016) the International Consortium of Investigative Journalists (ICIJ) and the Sueddeutsche Zeitung (SZ) released the Panama Papers to media outlets around the world. The Panama ...
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New York City’s free public Wi-Fi comes at a price
Last month, New York City unveiled a grandiose new plan to replace the city’s old, dilapidated phone booths with sparkling new public Wi-Fi hotspots. These hotspots let people charge their devices, ...
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