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Unifi Route Domains Through VPN When Using AdGuard or PiHole DNS – How to Bypass Online Safety Act ID Checks
ByJames Smythe 24th August 202526th August 2025
With the rollout of the Online Safety Act in the UK, it is now necessary to provide identification to websites when viewing certain types of material. The intention is to prevent children from accessing harmful material, but the system is so poorly thought-out that it is easy to bypass with a VPN, and its broad…
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Cybersecurity | VPN
UK VPN Guide: Avoiding Providing ID for the Online Safety Act
ByJames Smythe 30th July 202530th July 2025
Recently, the news has been abuzz with reports about the new ID checks being implemented on websites that contain adult material as part of the Online Safety Act. There has been significant backlash against this measure due to privacy concerns and the ease with which it can be bypassed. The government claim it is to…
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Computer Networking / Router / Mesh Systems News & Reviews | News
Zyxel Networks Integrates Tailscale for Simplified Secure Remote Connectivity
ByJames Smythe 26th June 202526th June 2025
Zyxel Networks has announced a new partnership with Tailscale, bringing the Tailscale VPN service to its USG FLEX H Series firewalls. This integration is designed to make secure remote access easier and more accessible for small businesses and advanced users, offering a streamlined way to build private, peer-to-peer networks without added cost. What is Tailscale?…
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Computer Networking / Router / Mesh Systems News & Reviews | Reviews
Aircove Go Review – ExpressVPN’s new portable VPN router will secure your devices when you travel
ByJames Smythe 2nd April 202431st March 2024
I previously reviewed the ExpressVPN Aircove VPN router and thought it was an excellent router if you want a user-friendly way to run your network through a VPN with split tunnel options based on devices. The Aircove Go is functionally the same router and has almost the same hardware specification apart from the Aircove Go…
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Private Internet Access Review – Can PIA be used reliably for streaming Netflix, Disney+, & BBC iPlayer + Black Friday Discounts 2023
ByJames Smythe 23rd November 202324th November 2023
I reviewed Private Internet Access a year ago and found it an excellent VPN option. With Black Friday upon us, Private Internet Access has some fantastic discounts available so I have re-reviewed the service to see if it is still worth using. For this review, I have tried to focus on some of the features…
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Computer Networking / Router / Mesh Systems News & Reviews | Reviews
ExpressVPN Aircove Review – Wi-Fi 6 Router with Built-in VPN
ByJames Smythe 22nd November 202322nd November 2023
Last year ExpressVPN launched their own Aircove router, which as claimed to be the world’s first Wi-Fi 6 router with built-in VPN functionality. I don’t think that’s technically true, but it is one of the easier routers on the market to manage a VPN with and makes it incredibly easy to control which devices connect…
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Gift Guides & Shopping | Reviews
Private Internet Access Review & Black Friday Deals
ByJames Smythe 23rd November 202229th November 2022
In the world of VPNs, Private Internet Access is one of the biggest names in the game. With Black Friday upon us, it is the perfect time to get a subscription for services like this. This year, Private Internet Access has a deal for 82% off the normal price as a special deal for Black…
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Guides / How To
How to install a VPN on a Fire Stick
ByJames Smythe 1st October 20224th October 2022
Got a brand new Fire TV or Fire Stick device from Amazon? Sure, your Fire OS device allows you to make use of apps and all. But that’s not all you can do. To truly unlock the potential of your Fire Stick, you need to pair it up with a top-tier VPN. Why? Let’s get…
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Reviews
PrivadoVPN Review – Zero-log VPN with free 10GB monthly
ByJames Smythe 24th May 202224th May 2022
PrivadoVPN is a relatively new VPN provider based in Switzerland with a zero-log policy that appeals to anyone that requires the best possible privacy. Being a Swiss VPN, they fall outside the “14-eyes” countries which that Switzerland is not part of the intelligence alliance that originally consisted of 5-core nations (Five Eyes) but has been…
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Cybersecurity | Reviews
NordLayer VPN Review with Dedicated Server – A business focussed VPN
ByJames Smythe 30th March 202229th March 2022
VPN services are ten a penny nowadays, and many of the affordable options out there provide a perfectly good level of service for casual home users. However, not everyone wants a VPN just so they can bypass regional restrictions of Netflix or get cheaper serves through different regional pricing. Virtual Private Networks can be beneficial…
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Cybersecurity
Reasons for a VPN: Now more important than ever
ByJames Smythe 13th March 202213th March 2022
Virtual private networks (VPNs) have been around for years now. They are incredibly affordable. Companies like Surfshark charge as little as £1.90 per month on a 2-year plan, and you can get a free Surfshark trial. However, some people are still unsure why they would need a VPN or think they are only used for…
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Guides / How To
How to Set Up A VPN & Benefits Of Using It
ByJames Smythe 20th December 202120th December 2021
Setting up a VPN or a virtual private network is not something you’d need a consultant for. It’s pretty simple. All you need is a subscription to a reliable VPN service provider and you’re all set! If you don’t know what a VPN does, it simply creates a virtual bridge between a user’s device and…
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