Ian Paul

Contributor

Ian is an independent writer based in Israel who has never met a tech subject he didn't like. He primarily covers Windows, PC and gaming hardware, video and music streaming services, social networks, and browsers. When he's not covering the news he's working on how-to tips for PC users, or tuning his eGPU setup.

Articles by Ian Paul

Best free VPN of 2023: It's important to choose wisely

VPNs are best when they're paid for, but if a premium account isn't in the cards then here are our top recommendations for a free service.

By Sam Singleton and Ian Paul 3 weeks ago

Best VPN for streaming Netflix 2023: Watch from wherever you are

Netflix doesn't like VPNs, but these services promise not to chill on Netflix compatibility.

By Sam Singleton and Ian Paul 4 weeks ago

Best VPNs for gaming 2023: Four great options

If you're looking for a good VPN to get your game on we've got recommendations for your needs.

By Sam Singleton and Ian Paul 4 months ago

The best free VPN for Chrome

If you want a VPN primarily for web browsing, a proxy is a free and convenient alternative to a full program. These free Chrome extensions make the cut.

By Ian Paul 6 months ago

How to securely erase your hard drive or SSD

Ensure that the data on your old drives is safe from prying eyes with this simple guide to securely wiping your hard drives.

By Brad Chacos and Ian Paul 8 months ago

Best VPN for Amazon Fire TV Stick

Amazon's Fire TV Stick runs many apps including VPNs to watch shows from overseas services quickly and easily.

By Sam Singleton and Ian Paul 9 months ago

Avast One review: Well-priced PC security with excellent protection

Avast's new One lineup offers solid value, good performance, and lots of features in a simplified interface.

By Ian Paul 9 months ago

Best free VPNs for Windows in 2023: Cover your tracks

If you want a VPN for your PC here are our top recommendations.

By Sam Singleton and Ian Paul 10 months ago

The fastest VPN 2023: We identify the speediest performers

If you have the need, the need for VPN speed, we've got recommendations about the best choices for you.

By Sam Singleton and Ian Paul 10 months ago

The best VPN for torrenting: Speed, privacy, and support matter

When you've just gotta have the latest Slackware build, you want to make sure that your VPN is up to the task.

By Ian Paul 11 months ago

The best free VPN for Android

When you need a quick free VPN connection for your Android phone or tablet here are the services we recommend.

By Sam Singleton and Ian Paul 11 months ago

The best free software for your PC

These are the best free programs that any PC needs: solid security tools, productivity software, and more.

By Brad Chacos and Ian Paul 12 months ago

The best free antivirus for Android

AV might not be as crucial on a smartphone as it is on your PC, but having that added protection can add peace of mind, and it doesn't have to cost anything extra.

By Ian Paul 12 months ago