Web Filtering: How It Works and the Main Types Explained
When you visit a website, access may be allowed or blocked based on rules applied somewhere between your device and the internet. But how does that process work, and where…
Jessica White is a content writer at Private Internet Access, where she writes about VPNs, online privacy, and digital security. With a background in education and content writing across multiple industries, she enjoys turning complex topics into practical, easy-to-understand guides. Away from the keyboard, you'll usually find her tackling a new craft project, spending time in nature, or cuddling her dog.
When you visit a website, access may be allowed or blocked based on rules applied somewhere between your device and the internet. But how does that process work, and where…
Every VPN claims to protect your privacy, but not all of them do. With more and more VPN scams cropping up online all the time, it’s essential to be able…
Every time your device communicates with a website, app, or online service, it exchanges small pieces of data called packets. An SPI firewall helps inspect and filter that traffic to…
Picture this: You’re looking for a coffee table for your living room in your new home, and you find the perfect one on Facebook Marketplace. It’s the right size, the…
Your home or office network likely has more connected devices than you realize. Phones, laptops, tablets, printers, smart TVs, security cameras, and other smart devices all share the same network,…
HTTP/3 represents one of the biggest changes to web communication in years. Designed to improve how data moves across the internet, it is now supported by major browsers and many…
Setting up a VPN server at home is easier than many people expect. There are three main ways to do it, and the best option depends on your hardware, your…
Is Google spying on me? If you use Google Assistant or Gemini, your device may listen for a wake word, such as “Hey Google," to respond to voice commands. This…