Tag: NordVPN
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How much internet speed do I need?
NordVPN Blog – 6.21.23 You just got a new broadband connection. The ad promised exceptionally high speeds, and you can’t wait to stream that new blockbuster in 4K or engage in a fierce online battle with your flatmate. However, for some reason, it’s not working as it should. Your game still lags, and movies sometimes…
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What are VPN ports? Everything you need to know
NordVPN Blog – 6.20.23 VPN ports are virtual network ports that VPN protocols use to handle secure connections between a client and a VPN server. Through these ports, traffic travels securely through an encrypted tunnel. Default VPN ports depend on a VPN protocol. However, a user can customize them. The most common VPN ports include…
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Dumpster diving attacks: examples and prevention
NordVPN Blog – 5.31.23 Dumpster diving is a cyberattack where the attacker gets their hands on sensitive documents or data you carelessly threw into the trash bin. Yes, it sounds funny, but the potential damage is real. Learn how dumpster diving attacks work and protect your data from cybercriminals who don’t mind getting their hands dirty.…
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What is clone phishing, and how can you avoid it?
NordVPN Blog – 4.21.23 Clone phishing is a scam where a cybercriminal replicates a legitimate email or website to trick the victim into giving personal information. The cloned email looks almost the same as the original and contains legitimate details, making clone phishing more difficult to spot than other phishing attacks. Here’s how clone phishing…
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What is routing? Routing explained.
NordVPN Blog – 4.19.23 Do all roads lead to Rome? To be fair, every road can lead wherever you want, but it doesn’t mean that’s the best path to where you want to go. The same applies to the internet. That’s why we have routers, switches, and gateways — devices designed to find the best…
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What is UPnP and why you should disable it immediately
NordVPN Blog – 3.30.23 UPnP helps you quickly connect devices to your network with no manual configuration. However, it can also let hackers into your network and put your devices at risk. In this article, we explain the benefits and risks of UPnP, and how you can protect yourself. Source: What is UPnP and why…
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What is a LAN party?
NordVPN Blog – 3.29.23 A local area network (LAN) party is when a group of people gather in one physical space and connect their computers to a LAN to play video games together. Read this blog post to learn more about the essence of what a LAN party is and how you can set up your…
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Non-fungible token: What is an NFT & how does it work?
NordVPN Blog – 3.28.23 A non-fungible token (or NFT) is a digital identifier representing an asset — like a piece of art, media, or digital content. NFTs are stored on the blockchain to prove ownership and authenticity of unique digital or tangible items. Read on to find out how NFTs work and if they’re safe…
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How to block ads on all platforms (PC, Android, iOS and more)
NordVPN Blog – 3.21.23 People want to block ads on all platforms for many reasons, mainly because it makes the online browsing experience much smoother. Most platforms have a way to block ads to some degree, and accessing those features is easier than you might think. Here’s how to block ads across PC, Android, iOS,…
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NordVPN reveals: Cross-device tracking is common
NordVPN Blog – 3.21.23 Cross-device tracking is a controversial marketing technique. Users often don’t know companies are tracking them across several devices, raising transparency and privacy concerns. A recent NordVPN survey showed that cross-device tracking is widespread, and users feel “followed” by their devices. Let’s look at this data and how to protect yourself from…