What Is a Reverse Proxy?
A reverse proxy is a server that sits between the internet and a website’s backend servers, managing and controlling incoming traffic on the website’s behalf. You might never see a…
Nicole Forrest
Nicole Forrest is a cybersecurity and privacy Writer who covers data protection, online security, and the policies and technologies that shape how people use the internet. When she’s behind her laptop, she’s usually getting lost in research about digital infrastructure, regulation, and how to make the internet a better place for everyone. When she’s out in the real world, she enjoys learning about different cultures through travel, food, and drink.
Posts by Nicole Forrest:
What Is WPA3? A Guide to the Latest Wi-Fi Security Standard
Your personal information, login credentials, and browsing habits all have market value, and that has turned data theft into a profitable pastime for anyone who has the time or inclination…
Intrusion Detection System (IDS) Meaning and Guide
Cybercriminals prefer to operate undetected when they’re carrying out their attacks. They use digital tricks and treachery to get around security measures without alerting you to the fact that something’s…
What Is a Data Breach?
A number you don’t recognize calls your phone. Then another. Your inbox fills with loan offers and insurance quotes you never asked for. You haven’t handed your details to anyone…
What Is WPA-PSK? A Guide to Wireless Security
Wi-Fi Protected Access Pre-Shared Key, or WPA-PSK, is one of the most common ways to secure a Wi-Fi network. The shared-password model with easy setup made WPA-PSK a popular network…
Can You Use a VPN With Starlink? Setup & Troubleshooting Tips
Starlink is compatible with VPNs, but performance depends on the VPN you choose and how it works with your Starlink kit. For better or worse, factors like your Starlink plan,…
Personal Firewall: A Guide to Device and Network Security
Imagine working on a coffee shop’s Wi-Fi network and another device on that same network tries to connect to your laptop. A properly configured personal firewall can block that attempt,…
Domain Fronting Explained: What It Is, How It Works, and Why You Should Care
For years, private messaging services, gambling sites, and other platforms that were blocked by certain networks used a reliable trick to keep their content accessible: domain fronting. Domain fronting disguises…
What Is Federated Identity and How Does It Work?
A federated identity is a way of linking one verified digital identity across multiple independent systems, so authentication happens once and access follows automatically. For individuals, that means less friction.…
WPA-Enterprise Explained: How It Works and When to Use It
Most Wi‑Fi networks use a single shared password to control access. This is a simple solution, but it isn’t ideal if you need to manage access for a large team…