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Data sovereignty: What it is and compliance considerations
Every digital interaction generates data. Often, it moves across borders; a login request in Paris might be processed on servers in California and stored in Singapore. Given this constant global excha...
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How to increase bandwidth when using a VPN: Complete guide
Bandwidth is an important but often misunderstood metric that affects overall internet speed. While many people think bandwidth refers to the speed of their internet connection, it’s actually a dist...
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How to hide your IP address and protect your online privacy
Your online activity might not be as private as you think it is. The moment you connect to the internet, your device is assigned a unique IP address. This is a digital identifier that can be used to d...
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Loopback address: What it is and how to use it
A loopback address is a way for a computer to talk to itself. Instead of being sent outward, data directed to a loopback address returns to the same device. This can be a useful tool for testing appli...
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Network topology: Best practices for modern networks
A well-designed network starts with a clear understanding of its structure. Network topology is the blueprint of how devices and connections interact, and it plays a key role in determining a networkâ...
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What is 128-bit encryption, and is it still secure in 2025?
128-bit encryption remains a cornerstone of online security, protecting everything from VPN traffic to mobile apps. It’s widely used and has never been reported to have been cracked. But with ongoin...
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Nameserver: The complete guide to setup, management, and troubleshooting
Nameservers are essential for any functioning website or email domain. Without proper nameserver configuration, emails wouldn't reach their destinations, and visitors would encounter loading errors wh...
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Connected but no internet access: Why it happens and how to fix it
Getting a message stating that you’re connected but have no internet access can be frustrating. If your network is fine, why won’t websites load? It’s often unclear what has caused this error me...
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PPTP vs. L2TP: What’s the difference?
Point-to-Point Tunneling Protocol (PPTP) and Layer 2 Tunneling Protocol (L2TP) are both virtual private network (VPN) tunneling protocols, but they function very differently. All VPNs direct internet ...
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Log4Shell vulnerability: What it is and how to stay protected
The Log4Shell vulnerability gained global attention when it was discovered in late 2021. Affecting the widely used Log4j logging library, this flaw made it dangerously easy for attackers to remotely e...
