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Private Internet Access (PIA) is a veteran VPN service known for its affordability and privacy guarantees. With recent updates including lifting device connection limits and undergoing third-party audits, PIA offers unlimited simultaneous device connections, a vast server network spanning 90 countries, and features like split tunneling and a kill switch. While its connection speeds may not be the fastest, PIA's strong privacy credentials, transparent practices, and competitive pricing make it a top-tier VPN option for users seeking a reliable and versatile service. [Extracted from the article]

CyberGhost VPN is a leading VPN provider with over 9,000 servers, making it one of the largest server networks available. It offers solid features, including seven simultaneous device connections and good speeds. The VPN app has an easy-to-use interface and provides options for different server categories, such as streaming and gaming. CyberGhost has a strong focus on privacy, with a no-logs policy that has been independently verified. While it may not be the fastest VPN and lacks some advanced security features, it is still a highly recommended option for most users. The pricing is reasonable, especially for the two-year plan, and the service offers a generous 45-day money-back guarantee. [Extracted from the article]

ExpressVPN is a highly reputable and trustworthy VPN provider that offers a range of features and services. It has a simple and effective interface, with customizable settings such as a kill switch and split tunneling. However, it does not offer a multi-hop feature, which may disappoint some users. ExpressVPN provides excellent speeds and can unblock major streaming services. It prioritizes user privacy and has undergone numerous independent audits to verify its no-log policy. The service is located in the British Virgin Islands, which enhances its ability to protect user data. While ExpressVPN is more expensive than some competitors, it offers a top-tier VPN experience. [Extracted from the article]

WORKING MAC The Wi-Fi Alliance, which sets the certification process for industry-standard Wi-Fi gear, created a new branding system a few years ago for all the generations of Wi-Fi that had ever appeared. Testing on my Mac mini right now, about 8 feet from a Wi-Fi 6 router, I see a Tx Rate of 1,200 Mbps (1.2 Gbps); on a Wi-Fi 5 router, you will see 866 Mbps when close to a router. [Extracted from the article]

Another feature to note is SplitBear, TunnelBear's version of split tunneling, which allows you to control which apps or websites have access to the VPN connection. TunnelBear VPN: It's just right for beginners DEPARTMENTS TunnelBear (fave.co/3OuQDqm) is a popular VPN service owned by the McAfee security company and based in Toronto, Canada. [Extracted from the article]

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GEFORCE NOW ULTIMATE HANDLES RAY TRACING WITHOUT ANY ISSUES GeForce Now Ultimate doesn't promise access to the GeForce RTX 4080 but rather access to RTX 4080 SuperPODs (fave. co/3XRPGez). Tested: Nvidia GeForce Now unlocks RTX 4080 grunt, and it's a win for your wallet Nvidia GeForce Now (fave.co/ 3ZcOXFx), the company's cloud gaming service, has released a GeForce Now Ultimate subscription tier that provides RTX 4080-equivalent hardware, complete with ray tracing and DLSS 3 support (fave.co/ 41eSk0y) - and I've spent several days testing it. [Extracted from the article]

PERFORMANCE In our performance tests we compared the base speed of our internet to that of different server locations across the world to see how our internet speed connected to a VPN compares to our base internet speed. DEPARTMENTS FastestVPN's name says it all: It aims to be the fastest VPN service around. Additionally, it has a limited number of streaming-specific servers and D-VPN (Double VPN) servers that bounce your connection through more than one server to provide double encryption. [Extracted from the article]

If you're going to spend extra, it should be for one of a few very specific reasons: GIGABIT JUSTIFICATION 1: YOU NEED FASTER UPLOAD SPEEDS Oddly enough, the biggest reason to pay for gigabit internet has nothing to do gigabit speeds. Is gigabit internet worth it? GIGABIT JUSTIFICATION 2: YOU HAVE A SPECIALIZED USE CASE IN MIND To see if I was missing anything, I recently asked folks on Twitter what actual use cases existed for gigabit internet service, and I got a few interesting responses. [Extracted from the article]

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We show you how to measure your internet speed with free tools, web services, and on-board resources. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

TRY SOME SMALLER ROUTER FIXES Just to rehash a tip I discussed back in July (fave.co/3wsL2Jn), sometimes changing your router's channel and bandwidth settings can work wonders for reducing Wi-Fi interference, especially if you're seeing inconsistent speeds on devices that aren't too far from the router. Consistently slow speeds throughout the house may be a sign of an outdated router, while dead zones or range issues may require a more powerful router or mesh Wi-Fi system (more on that shortly). SIZE UP THE WI-FI PROBLEM The first step to solving Wi-Fi issues is to see if the slowdown is coming from your cable modem (which brings internet service into the home) or from the router (which distributes Wi-Fi connectivity throughout the home). [Extracted from the article]

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To get the full advantages of Wi-Fi 6E, you'll need a Wi-Fi 6E router, which is available from companies such as Google (fave.co/40ulCIh), Linksys (fave.co/40xf0J9), and Netgear (fave.co/40xeWJp). IOS CENTRAL It was just a few short years ago when we told you about a then-upcoming wireless technology called Wi-Fi 6 (fave.co/3jFUzJn). [Extracted from the article]

DEPARTMENTS PCWorld EDITORS' CHOICE If you've got a larger house with challenging Wi-Fi dead zones, typically your best bet is going to be populating your home with mesh routers. BOTTOM LINE The TP-Link GX90 is a somewhat plain experience in all ways but one: When it comes to the business of being not just a router, but especially a gaming router, it excels in ways few routers can match. As a gaming router, it may not offer the most features, but its base level of performance was so good that if that's all you want from your router, I can confidently say you won't regret picking up the GX90. [Extracted from the article]

Some routers, like the TP-Link model I use, allow PeakHour to perform continuous network management queries over the local network and receive ongoing snapshots of the throughput for all data entering and leaving your network. WORKING MAC The past two years have put new emphasis on how important an internet connection is to our daily lives. Activity Monitor macOS's built-in Activity Monitor has a Network tab, which has a Data chart at the bottom that starts tracking network traffic in and out of your Mac when it's launched. [Extracted from the article]

According to Qualcomm (fave.co/3KRHDbt), Wi-Fi 7 widens the maximum available channel width from 160-MHz to 320-MHz - a wider channel band equals more available throughput. SNAPDRAGON CONNECT The Qualcomm FastConnect 7800 will be part of what Qualcomm calls Snapdragon Connect, which will be the premium brand for all of Qualcomm's connection technologies. Qualcomm said at Mobile World Congress 2022 that it plans to launch the world's first Wi-Fi 7 chip, the FastConnect 7800, as part of its new premium Snapdragon Connect specification by the end of 2022. [Extracted from the article]

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WORKINGMAC There aren't that many VPN services that offer multiple packages with different services, but TorGuard from Florida-based Data Protection Services LLC (fave.co/2PUptPw) does. In addition to providing a straightforward VPN service, TorGuard offers a business-grade package and a streaming bundle. As with other services, if you enable this option TorGuard will block all connectivity should your VPN connection drop. [Extracted from the article]

You can now check your internet speed directly in your Edge browser's toolbox. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

A new definition of broadband raises the standard to 100Mbps down, 20Mbps up. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

If you use a VPN, it can slow down the speed of your internet connection. Here are tips on how to avoid this. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

HP has released a guide to AI transformation, highlighting the potential benefits of AI technology in enhancing customer engagement, streamlining workflows, and fostering innovation. The guide specifically focuses on HP's Copilot+ PC and provides a checklist for organizations to follow before deploying the technology. The checklist includes ensuring compatibility with Windows 11, using modern management tools, updating device configuration and security settings, ensuring application compatibility, selecting the optimal software distribution method, and updating support processes and knowledgebase. The guide aims to empower organizations to harness the full potential of AI technology in shaping the future of work. [Extracted from the article]

A new FCC proposal aims to define 'broadband internet' speeds at 100mbps down. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

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The article focuses on role of broadband data caps to threaten the online video explosion. It mentions that internet service providers like Comcast and Cox have caps in some markets, while AT&T sets varying limits based on speed tiers of internet. It also presents the views of Joe Inzerillo, chief technology officer at video-streaming company BAMTech, related to the same.

Network upgrades have yet to reach many areas—and may never arrive in some. New video compression technology like AV1 will have to make up the difference. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Internet Performance Monitoring (IPM) is an emerging technology that provides full visibility across the entire Internet Stack, allowing organizations to quickly identify and troubleshoot disruptions. IPM solutions use synthetic traffic to monitor the end user experience and can proactively fix issues before they cause problems. According to a survey, organizations that deployed IPM reported increased revenue, improved customer experience, increased workforce productivity, and improved brand perception. Catchpoint's IPM platform offers five solutions that provide operational visibility into all aspects of the business. IPM solutions are crucial for CIOs due to the increasing complexity of digital supply chains and the vulnerability of services to outages. [Extracted from the article]

For cameras, the E22I sports a 16MP rear main camera and a 5MP front-facing selfie camera, which are about what you'd expect to get in a sub$200 phone. Keywords: smartphones; Apple; Android; Buyers Guides; TCL 20 R 5G; TCL 30 SE; Samsung Galaxy A13; Motorola Moto E32; Motorola Moto G22; Motorola E22I EN smartphones Apple Android Buyers Guides TCL 20 R 5G TCL 30 SE Samsung Galaxy A13 Motorola Moto E32 Motorola Moto G22 Motorola E22I N.PAG N.PAG 1 11/08/22 20221028 NES 221028 PHOTO (COLOR) Not everyone wants a premium smartphone with all the bells and whistles or can afford it for that matter. [Extracted from the article]

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ExpressVPN Graph MSRP: $6.67 per month Best Prices Today: US $6.67 / AU$9.15 / month at ExpressVPN ExpressVPN is our top choice for the best VPN overall, and what makes it a good choice as a general VPN also helps when it comes to gaming. In those cases, a VPN might make things a little more stable since you connection runs through a VPN server that specializes in keeping things moving. Instead of going from your PC to the game server and back, it goes from your PC to the VPN server to the game server and back. [Extracted from the article]

Pairing the device with the most affordable 20GB/month Optus plan, the $45 Small Optus Choice Plus Plan, will cost you AU$80.34/month or AU$1,928.16 over 24 months when you combine both the device repayments and the plan fees (deal applied - see below). Vodafone is also offering up to AU$200 trade-in value, so if you have an eligible trade-in and can get full value, the Vodafone plan will be your best option. That works out to be AU$390 cheaper over 24 months than the most affordable Telstra plan and AU$360 cheaper over 24 months than the most affordable Vodafone plan - although it's worth noting that both the Telstra plan and Vodafone plans currently have twice as much monthly data than the Optus plan. [Extracted from the article]

Private Internet Access When you first open PIA it looks the same as we've seen since the company overhauled its app in 2019. Private Internet Access: Privacy, anonymity, and trust PIA is owned and operated by Kape Technologies, a company based in the U.K. with offices in Israel. In fact, all PIA servers run in RAM only (quite a common feature in VPNs these days), and all services related to the VPN are inside Docker containers with Docker's logging drivers disabled. [Extracted from the article]

Keywords: Australia; internet; Telstra; exetel v telstra; Deals; November; internet plans; 2021 EN Australia internet Telstra exetel v telstra Deals November internet plans 2021 N.PAG N.PAG 1 11/18/21 20211116 NES 211116 PHOTO (COLOR) Getting great value for money Internet in Australia can be a tricky thing. B Read more: b Best early Black Friday deals in Australia in 2021 Best gaming keyboards in 2021 How to prevent a phishing attack online Amazon extends Amazon Music Unlimited free trial Best Unlimited Internet Deals Vodafone offers deal on entire Samsung S21 Series Tags Australia internet Telstra exetel v telstra Deals November internet plans 2021 Australia, internet, exetel v telstra, Telstra, Deals, November, internet plans, 2021. [Extracted from the article]

Bottom line HMA has a lot of things people want: tons of servers, heaps of country connection options, fast service, and a relatively easy-to-use app. HMA also logs application events, which basically means how you use the app such as using a new feature, uninstalling, and so on. Price when reviewed AU$83.88 / yearly or AU$6.99/ month at HMA HMA Pro in brief: P2P allowed: Yes Business location: Czech Republic Number of servers: 1,080+ Number of country locations: 210+* Cost: $59.88 per year VPN Protocol: OpenVPN (Windows) Data encryption: AES-256 Data authentication: AES-256-GCM or SHA1 Handshake: 2048-bit TLS and SHA-256 If there's one thing you can say about HMA (Hide My Ass) it doesn't sit still very often. [Extracted from the article]

Fetch TV, set top boxes, set top box, Fetch Mini 4k Keywords: Fetch TV; set top boxes; set top box; Fetch Mini 4k EN Fetch TV set top boxes set top box Fetch Mini 4k N.PAG N.PAG 1 09/30/21 20210927 NES 210927 PHOTO (COLOR) Digital entertainment service Fetch TVhas released the Fetch Mini 4K in Australia, a 4K-enabled set-top-box that includes a Bluetooth voice remote control and upgraded chipset and Wi-Fi. [Extracted from the article]

Fiber-optic internet technology is seen to be the best choice for in-home internet today, promising quicker and dependable connections versus DSL or cable. Our homes are a jungle of connections Moving into the next generation of internet connectivity, fiber internet aims to meet the mushrooming needs of a more "connected" household, whether for work or entertainment. Verizon Fios internet packages up to 940 Mbps Verizon, being one of the biggest carriers in the United States, offers fiber-optic services (Fi.O.S.). [Extracted from the article]

Expert's Rating Pros Very fast Large country selection and plenty of servers Cons Domain visits are recorded, though not tied to you Expensive Our Verdict Hotspot Shield is a high-quality VPN with the fastest speeds around bar none. We have continued to innovate on the VPN infrastructure stack leveraging our proprietary Hydra technology, which has led to an architecture that utilizes a smaller number of specialized servers that work together to deliver a superior VPN experience." Hotspot Shield is easily the fastest VPN we've ever tested, with other well-known VPN services coming in way behind. [Extracted from the article]

Hotspot Shield is easily the fastest VPN we've ever tested, with other well-known VPN services coming in way behind. We have continued to innovate on the VPN infrastructure stack leveraging our proprietary Hydra technology, which has led to an architecture that utilizes a smaller number of specialized servers that work together to deliver a superior VPN experience." Currently the package includes the VPN, antivirus, a spam call blocker for mobile, and a password manager. [Extracted from the article]

The T-Mobile High Speed Internet Gateway (5G21-12W-A) offers a $50/mo alternative to cable broadband, and delivers performance good enough for a small household that likes to stream video. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]