If you're particularly concerned about privacy when browsing online, then you've probably heard about using a VPN as a safety measure. VPN — short for Virtual Private Network — is a way to stop third ...

Turning on your Android phone's hotspot in a sticky situation can be an absolute lifesaver, such as when working on a project in a public setting where Wi-Fi isn't completely secure (or potentially ...

Usually, we’re stuck with the crowded 2.4GHz or 5GHz bands for hotspots, which are fine but not exactly speed demons. Now, Google is unlocking the 6GHz band – the super-fast lane used by Wi-Fi 6E and ...

I have immersed myself in the tech world for over five years, focusing my efforts on providing readers with in-depth reviews of gadgets. Exploring the ins and outs of the latest tech has been quite a ...

Google is preparing an update to Android that changes how hotspot frequency bands are selected, giving users and devices more flexibility as Wi-Fi technologies continue to evolve. A new option ...

Even after all these years, the Nvidia Shield Android TV Pro sits atop the throne as the best Android-based streaming box on the market. For Black Friday, you can get it on sale for just $169.99 after ...

Google is testing a new “2.4 and 6 GHz” dual-band option for Wi-Fi hotspots in the latest Android Canary build. This mode offers the high throughput of 6GHz Wi-Fi while keeping the broad device ...

Google is sounding the alarm for Android users after uncovering a wave of fake VPN apps that sneak malware onto phones and tablets. These dangerous apps pose as privacy tools but hide info stealers, ...

As CNET's VPN expert, Attila rigorously tests VPNs and offers readers advice on how they can use the technology to protect ...

Online privacy is a perennial hot topic, but so is having to pay for yet another digital subscription. There are many subscription-based virtual private network (VPN) services on the market, but if ...

Many users rely heavily on GlobalProtect to access their work or school network securely. However, recently, there’s been a huge surge in complaints from users about VPN not working when connected to ...

Your phone's hotspot feature can help you get your laptop or tablet online, but sometimes it takes some settings fixes to make it work. I started my career with CNET all the way back in 2005, when the ...