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Vipre Advanced Security review: Simple but effective
Vipre Advanced Security is a no-nonsense antivirus with highly rated protection and performance.
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CactusVPN review: Solid privacy and good US/UK speeds
CactusVPN doesn't have a ton of servers, but the speeds of those in the US and UK are good, and the company keeps its eyes off your online activities.
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Hide.me review: A good service with zippy servers
Hide.me is a great service with an easy-to-use app, solid speeds, but it'd be better if we knew who was behind the service.
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OVPN review: An ideal VPN except for one big drawback
OVPN gets so many things right, but the service's performance makes us nervous about recommending it.
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Avira Phantom VPN Pro review: A homegrown service that’s pretty good
Avira's Phantom VPN Pro offers serviceable speeds in key locations, an easy-to-use service, and the right privacy promises.
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BolehVPN review: A capable service that’s not for novices
BolehVPN has an overly complex interface, and its logging policies will concern some, but its speeds are good, and it loves cryptocurrency payments.
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Hide My Ass Pro 4 review: A noticeable upgrade with great speeds
HMA Pro 4 looks similar to version 3, but it adds some excellent design improvements, new features, and faster speeds.
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Bullguard Premium Protection review: A solid security suite that likes to bark
Bullguard Premium Protection can do a good job at protecting your PC, but mid-range PCs may see a performance drop under heavy loads.
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VPNhub Premium review: Pornhub’s new VPN service needs to work out the kinks
VPNhub has fair speeds and a good desktop app for Windows, but the privacy policy isn't great and there are better options if you're looking for anonymity.
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Bitdefender Total Security 2018 review: A solid choice for your PC
Bitdefender is a simple solution that stays out of your way and has all the essential features you need.
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ZenMate VPN review: This simple VPN clears your mind of complexity
ZenMate VPN from ZenGuard is very easy to use and offers enough country locations and speeds to satisfy most users.
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Speedify review: A mobile-focused VPN with zippy upload speeds
Speedify is a unique mobile-focused VPN with the ability to combine internet connections, and prevent download pauses when your phone's Wi-Fi drops.
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VPN Unlimited review: Good speeds, but what’s with that map?
VPN Unlimited is a capable service that needs to improve its Windows interface, but the speeds are good and it works with Netflix too.
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HotSpot Shield review: It’s fast, beautiful, and definitely not for anonymity
AnchorFree's HotSpot Shield Premium is a great service, unless you're concerned about the highest level of privacy.
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Avira Antivirus Pro review: Great performance, but the free version is probably sufficient
Avira Antivirus Pro is great for detecting viruses and offers minimal impact on your PC's performance. Still, you don't get that much for $45 per year compared to the free version.
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ESET Internet Security review: A highly rated security suite with an eye on the connected home
It's an antivirus suite with a creepy robot mascot, but it's still a great tool.
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Abode home security system review: Flexible, easy to install, and readily expandable
A basic home security system that you can expand into a powerful smart home system now or later.
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VyprVPN review: A good non-American, American VPN
VyprVPN is not ideal for people who want ultimate anonymity, but for most users it's a fine choice.
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Buffered VPN review: It gets the job done
Respectable speeds and helpful tools make Buffered a solid choice for VPN users.
World Beyond Windows
Hands-on: The Purism Librem 15 builds serious security into a slender laptop
The Librem 15 offers both hardware and software privacy and security features in an attractive, open-source-friendly package.
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Comodo Internet Security Pro 10 Review: It works well, but read every install screen closely
Comodo Internet Security Pro 10 will do the job inexpensively, but its free trial has a few aggravating habits.
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Windows Defender review: Basic protection at the right price
While Windows 10's native security suite can handle threats, many third-party solutions offer more comprehensive protection.
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Avast Premier review: An attractive antivirus suite with limited install options
Avast looks great, performs well, and has all kinds of extra features. It's also expensive.
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Norton Security Premium review: You’ll pay a pretty penny for this excellent security suite
Norton Security Premium has a great interface and is highly-rated for antivirus and malware protection. However, you'll shell out quite a bit more for it than other premium security suites.
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ExpressVPN review: A good service with no public leadership
ExpressVPN is good at what it does, but its top leadership has opted for anonymity.
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IVPN review: A small VPN worth a look for U.S. and UK connections
IVPN won't win any awards for the depth of its service, but the company offers good speeds in key locations and varying levels of anonymity.
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Sticky Password review: Strong features behind a bare-bones interface
It looks downright dated, but this manager's password protection rivals the best.
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1Password review: Capable password manager is missing some key features
This veteran password protector emphasizes security but at the expense of automation.
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True Key by Intel Security review: This password manager wants to eliminate passwords
True Key uses faces, fingerprints, and trusted devices to ensure your login credentials aren't compromised.
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Keeper review: A strong focus on security
You won't find the emphasis on automation of competing password managers, but Keeper will give you peace of mind.
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CyberGhost 6 review: A speedy VPN out of Romania
CyberGhost isn't quite the fastest VPN we've tested, but it has consistently fast speeds.
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Mullvad review: The VPN that doesn’t want to get to know you
Mullvad VPN is an excellent VPN service, but it won't win any awards for interface design.
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Private Internet Access review: A solid VPN with a reputation for protecting user data
Private Internet Access doesn't have a pretty interface, but this no-frills VPN gets the job done at a good price.Reviews
Apricorn Aegis Secure Key 3z review: This USB thumbdrive is small, secure, and device-agnostic
Apricorn has taken the Aegis Secure Key 3.0 and made it smaller, less expensive, and more easily configurable in batches with a $99 USB configuration hub.
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Malwarebytes’ Anti-Malware Free detects and removes malware on command
Add a layer of protection against malware with on-demand scanner Malwarebytes' Anti-Malware Free.Reviews
IronKey Workspace W700 FIPS Review: Windows To Go on one tough, secure little key drive
The first remotely manageable, FIPS 140-2 level 3 validated USB stick that can run Windows To Go. Pricey, but nicely done.Reviews
Acronis True Image 2015 review: Easy to use, at last
A long-time contender for the best backup-software crown, True Image nearly gets its interface act together.Reviews
GlassWire review: This free network security tool tells all about your network traffic
Get a grip on your network’s goings-on with GlassWire’s combination traffic monitor and firewall, shown in a gorgeous, live infographic.Reviews
Dell Venue 11 Pro 7139 (Security) review: Supremely powerful and super secure
This 11-inch tablet boasts an Intel Core i5 processor with vPro and Trusted Platform Module support, a smart card reader, and biometric security.Reviews
Matias Secure Pro wireless keyboard review: A power tool for the paranoid
Does anyone really need to protect their keystrokes with 128-bit AES encryption?Reviews
Kaspersky Internet Security 2015—Multi-Device review: new interface, same excellent protection
Secure your PCs, Macs, and Android phones and tablets with Kaspersky's stellar security suite.Reviews
Lookout Premium review: Outstanding anti-theft protection for Android phones
Though its malware detection rate doesn't quite match up with the elite, this Android app offers great help with locating, securing, and protecting your phone. It might even send you a picture of the jerk who stole it.Reviews
Eset Mobile Security for Android review: best of breed security with anti-theft
Top-notch anti-malware protection coupled with anti-theft tracking and features makes this a program a winner. But it's pricey for the Android market.Reviews
F-Secure Freedome review: VPN and security for mobile devices
F-Secure's Freedome rolls anti-malware technology and a VPN service into one for both iOS and Android.Reviews
ZoneAlarm Extreme Security review: antivirus that lives up to its name
Extreme Security offers top-tier protection but lacks the cross-platform and mobile support that are becoming common in similar suites.Reviews
Aegis Padlock SSD Review: Small, fast, FIPS-secure, and expensive
The secure USB 3.0 Aegis Padlock SSD undeniably convenient, fast, and handy, but costs more than twice as much as secure hard drive solutions.Reviews
Bitdefender Small Office Security review: Business-ready protection for IT amateurs
Cloud-based security suite brings enterprise-class control and consumer-friendly usability to organizations of up to 250 people.Reviews
Security Showdown 2014
We tested ten of this year’s foremost security suites to see how well they protect PCs, mobile devices, and social networks from malware and other threats.Reviews
F-Secure Internet Security 2014 review: bulletproof protection, bad user interface
F-Secure delivered fantastic malware detection rates, but its interface needs some improvement.Reviews