Prompted by the latest revelations about common VPNs being owned by Chinese companies that may share data with their government, our latest Do You Use It? poll explored how TidBITS readers use VPNs.

What exactly should you be looking for when it comes to choosing the right VPN? These are the features and selling points ...

Have you ever felt a little uneasy while browsing the internet, wondering who might be watching your online activities? Well, let me introduce you to a handy tool that can put your mind at ease: the ...

I've been using VPNs, or virtual private networks, for over a decade now. A VPN encrypts your internet connection, masking your public IP address so that apps and websites view your web traffic as ...

Installing a virtual private network (VPN) on an iPhone or iPad is easy. The days are gone when Apple users had to be content ...

Many wireless carriers limit streaming video quality on a cellular signal to save bandwidth and money. Here’s how to get better picture quality with a VPN. Moe Long Senior Editor Moe enjoys making ...

Not sure when you should use your VPN and when it’s better to turn it off? I explain the situations where disabling your VPN might make sense—and guide you through how to do it on most major operating ...

Yes, You Can Use One VPN to Protect All of Your Devices—Here’s How If you're only using a VPN on your PC, your online activity isn't fully protected. I’ll show you how to use just one VPN to keep ...

Free public Wi-Fi is everywhere; there are over 550 worldwide hotspots, by some estimates. It's rare to find a coffee shop or mall without one, and some countries (such as Singapore) make it freely ...

A virtual private network (VPN) is a useful tool that allows you to mask your IP and create a secure, encrypted connection between your device and the internet. This means you can browse the web more ...

Planning to stay connected during your next voyage? Before you settle in to your cabin and fire up your VPN, let’s go through what it can (and can’t) do for you at sea.