4 ways the CIA can hack you right now
Five years ago, Edward Snowden revealed that the NSA extensively collects information on citizens worldwide. It’s now clear that...
Why HTTPS vs. VPN makes no sense
HTTPS vs. VPN makes very little sense. Both are important means of internet protection, and there is absolutely no conflict between them.
Wi-Fi security: How to stay safe while connected
Wireless security has two components: Authentication and secrecy. And, in theory, responsibility for network security lies with both operators...
Eight women in Bitcoin you should follow on Twitter
The old cliche that there are few women in Bitcoin is getting a bit tiring. Plenty of women contribute...
Net neutrality is important, and we need to fight for it
Net neutrality ensures every packet of data transferred online gets equal treatment, and it’s essential for a free and open internet.
Your secrets are your own: In defense of privacy
Society tends to tout transparency and openness as highly virtuous characteristics that are worth pursuing. Both corporations and individuals...
ExpressVPN’s all encompassing, jargon-busting Bitcoin glossary
Much like the internet, the Bitcoin network introduced a vast array of new words to explain its unique functionality....
How brute-force attacks reveal your passwords
A brute-force attack is an attempt to discover—or “crack”—your password through repeated guessing. On public-facing login screens, most web services...
4 ways to back up your data securely
Photos, documents, saved video games, and old emails: We accumulate a lot of data throughout our lives. And just...
How to make a small server for your home
A guide to installing a small server in your own home, and cool things to do with it. Lexie shows us how with Linux (Ubuntu).
