As is often the case with new software, the first VPN clients offered for casual users were developed for Windows and Android platforms – and Mac users were left out in the cold. If you wanted to use a VPN on your Mac, you had to configure the VPN protocols yourself. The VPN world has come a long way in the last few years, however. Premium VPN providers now offer user-friendly, intuitive VPN apps for Mac OS that are easy to install, launch, and use....

With some additional tweaks, you can make Firefox even more privacy-friendly. Here’s how: Use Firefox incognito mode – open a private browsing window and surf the web without your data being tracked, cookies installed, or your download history saved. Make incognito mode permanent – adjust your browser settings so that all your Firefox browsing is done in incognito mode, or customize what is tracked/saved. Manually clear your browsing history – delete what you don’t want others to see, like websites you visited....

Because of my frequent use of the app (on my preferred mobile platform of choice, Android), on a number of occasions, I have sent the wrong message to the wrong person. It’s never been a catastrophe, but there have been moments of slight embarrassment. Recently, I accidentally discovered a nifty little feature on the mobile Facebook Messenger app that allows for the theming of individual discussions. I immediately employed the feature, applying it to some of my ongoing discussions with certain contacts....

Sometimes VPNs that work well with Netflix can only access a few different regional libraries. If you’ve already used ExpressVPN to watch Netflix, then you know that it very rarely gets blocked and can access a lot of libraries in different locations. My team and I tested 100+ VPNs to make sure this was still the case — we found that ExpressVPN is the best Netflix VPN. It’s really easy to use and has superfast speeds so you can watch your shows with no lag....

You might be accustomed to apps that give you more options than Google Tasks has to offer. And on the surface, you might think Google Tasks is too simplified a feature to really be all that valuable. Don’t be so certain. Google Tasks does have a trick up its sleeve that elevates its simplicity. Also: Kindle Scribe vs ReMarkable 2: Which e-ink tablet is better for you? Said trick is lists....

With a VPN you can watch Love (ft. Marriage and Divorce) from anywhere. A VPN hides your real location by bypassing geoblocks, giving you instant access to Netflix’s entire library. I tested 30+ VPNs, and my favorite is ExpressVPN because of its extensive server network. You can even try it out with its 30-day money-back guarantee. If you aren’t happy, you can always ask for a refund. Start Watching Love (ft....

To access Game Pass International (and other streaming platforms airing the NFL games), you’ll need to use a VPN. VPN apps help you bypass geoblocks and blackouts by hiding your IP address, so it seems like you’re in a country with an available broadcasting stream. I use my VPN to get a US IP address to watch the entire season on Peacock while traveling abroad. Out of all the 30+ VPNs I tested, my top recommendation is ExpressVPN....

If you’re a current subscriber within the US, you can join the fun as soon as it starts airing. But if you’re outside the US, you won’t be able to watch the show due to HBO’s geo-restrictions. Don’t worry, though! With a reliable and fast VPN, you can use your HBO NOW subscription to catch every second no matter where you are in the world! Read on to find out how and to see which VPNs we recommend for the job....

The 6th season of The Circus is exclusively available on US TV network, Showtime. Unfortunately, Showtime geoblocks users by location, meaning you can’t access it if you’re outside the US. I have good news, though. A VPN lets you bypass geo-restrictions and watch content like The Circus Season 6 on Showtime from anywhere. In this article, I’ll recommend 3 of the best VPN services for streaming The Circus on Showtime....

The problem is you’ll only be able to tune in if you’re in the UK. ITV is a UK-based channel that uses geo-restrictions to block anyone outside of the UK from streaming its shows. Don’t worry, though. If you’re outside the UK you can bypass ITV’s geo-restrictions with the help of a VPN. With a VPN, you can hide your IP address and connect to a secure server in the UK....

A good VPN lets you easily bypass the geo-restrictions on your Player PL account by allowing you to borrow a Polish IP address. It spoofs your location so the platform thinks you’re in Poland. You can then watch your favorite Player movies, series, and sports from anywhere. My team and I tested 30+ VPNs to find the best ones for Player. ExpressVPN is my top choice for watching TVN Player PL because of its reliable and lightning-fast servers in Poland....

Better use of technology to enable flexible learning models was also key to student success. Students who have a great experience reported having easy online access to data and resources (86% great experience vs. 49% poor experience), services available via mobile (82% vs. 61%), positive digital experiences (81% vs. 36%), access to sharing platforms (80% vs. 57%), and personalized experiences tailored to their needs (60% vs. 11%). More than half (57%) of staff anticipate that flexible learning will increase in the near future....

“We know that remote compute is absolutely an imperative for workstation customers and this hybrid environment,” Jim Nottingham, HP’s GM and global head of Advanced Compute and Solutions, said to reporters. HP’s first new plan, combining HP’s ZCentral Software and Teradici CAS, “is going to provide these customers with the most comprehensive remote compute solution for high-performance workflows,” Nottingham said. The ultimate goal of the new plan is to increase productivity for 3D design creators without compromising security, HP said....

Another hurricane is coming. If you’re in the path – or surrounding areas, please do not be complacent because the maps and charts show you to be outside the worst of things – then here are some tips on how to get your tech ready for what Mother Nature has in store. Charge all your gadgets in advance Do it now, while you can! This is especially important if you live somewhere where the power is likely to go out....

If you’re considering an IT career, use this list of top jobs to learn more about the earning potential, duties, and educational requirements for each. Information technology job outlook IT professionals benefit from a strong career outlook. Computer and information technology jobs continue to outperform other fields in terms of IT salaries and growth. In May 2021, tech professionals earned a median salary of $97,430 per year, according to the U....

There is a lot that analytics and AI-based applications can do to clear up supply chains, which have been rocked by pandemics and after-effects, never mind run-of-the-mill shipping challenges. A recent study of 788 business leaders by Unsupervised is finding business intelligence approaches are proving to be instrumental in helping many organizations grapple with supply chain woes, but 40% still are not on board yet. The other 60% are reported to be using business intelligence – which the survey’s authors define as the practice of combining data mining and visualization, analytics, and data infrastructure – to navigate current supply chain issues, and 29% implemented business intelligence into their business specifically for supply chain efficiency....

These videos will be accessible through a new Video tab on people’s profiles. Each video can run up to 60 seconds long, a length that was only previously reserved for IGTV videos, unless the video is eligible for ads, in which case, Instagram said the preview will remain at 15 seconds. “We love that our creator community has embraced video as a key format to tell their stories, entertain, and connect with their audiences, and that’s why we want to make it even simpler to create and discover videos on Instagram,” the Facebook-owned company said in a blog post....

The report comes as Intel has pledged to spend heavily to catch up in manufacturing after years of stumbles with its own manufacturing efforts, as well as to become a foundry for other chip designers. 29-year-old Tower, based in Migdal Haemek, Israel, makes chips for customers that don’t have their own factories, at multiple factories in Israel, Italy and the U.S. Tower’s capabilities focus on older, trailing-edge process technology, parts measuring from 0....

Interference With Democratic Processes The report’s authors cite two main reasons for the decline, both having to do with social media. Firstly, social media sites such as Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn, Instagram and YouTube make it possible to interfere with democratic processes. In essence, social media offers the possibility of enhancing free speech, giving a voice to millions. The networks are seen as platforms for social and professional engagement. But social media has also proven to be an extremely useful and inexpensive tool for citizens and politicians alike to spread fake news using fraudulent or automated accounts....

Transport Layer Security (TLS) is a protocol initiated by the IETF in 1999 to replace SSL for securing website data and other online information encryption. We all regularly use TLS while surfing the web on secure websites. vpnMentor: What do I as an average user need to know on TLS? We try to educate users to check that they have a TLS connection; in browsers like Chrome and FireFox you can check the search bar to see a notification about this....