The Best & Worst States in America for Online Privacy (2026 Update)
There are no federal online privacy laws in the US, so each state is left to create its own rules. While some have comprehensive protections in place, others allow sites…
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Edge vs. Chrome: Two Great Browsers, but Which is Best in 2026?
Microsoft Edge has had a reputation problem since the day it was released, and it has nothing to do with Edge itself. The issue comes from its predecessor, Internet Explorer.…
Why You Should Remove (and Replace) Safari: A Step-by-Step Guide
Apple’s Safari has gained a loyal following of users over the years as one of the most popular web browsers in the world. However, due to recent security concerns, it…
Stop Watching Ads on YouTube, Donate and De-Google Instead
Time is money, especially when it comes to YouTube ads. But contrary to popular belief, most video influencers don’t make a living through ad revenue. According to Influencer Marketing Hub,…
Do Vegans Hate Veganuary? Some, Yes — But You Don’t Have To
Born in 2014, the Veganuary challenge — aka vegan January — attracts people who want to try a different diet, lower their carbon footprint, or simply start the new year…
How to Make Your Own VPN – It’s Not As Easy As Some Tutorials Make It Look
If you’ve ever been curious about making your own VPN, this article is for you. Maybe you’re up for the challenge of creating a completely customized VPN or you’ve been…
What Is a SOCKS5 Proxy and How Is It Different From a VPN?
SOCKS5 is the latest in SOCKS technology and provides a secure sign-in to your proxy server. Only people with the credentials for the SOCKS5 proxy can access the server, making…
What Is SSID for Wi‑Fi? Your Network Name Explained
Guest_WiFi, GillsCoffeeShop, FBI Surveillance Van?! Have you ever wondered how networks get their (occasionally quirky) names when you’re searching for a Wi-Fi connection? Each phrase is an SSID – a…
Will Passkeys Replace Passwords?
According to the Verizon Data Breach Investigations Report (DBIR), weak and stolen passwords are behind over 80% of all hacking-driven data breaches. That’s hardly surprising as most of us struggle…
A Guide to Protecting Your Social Media Privacy
You might not be as secure as you think on social media. Many platforms offer options to keep your account private, but the risk of data breaches and other attacks…