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How to Unblock Websites At Stanford

2017-04-11T22:19:00.002+05:30

Stanford is one of the greatest research universities in the world. The school is consistently rated at or near the top of many national rankings including the prestigious U.S. News and World Report rankings for the country’s best colleges.

This is all thanks to how Stanford offers an extensive variety of programs for people to participate in. The science and research departments at Stanford are among the most prominent in the world. The school is home to one of the world’s largest university libraries as well.

But even with all the of the quality academics that Stanford has to offer, it still holds limits on what students can do when online while on campus. College students and faculty members alike are unable to get access to many websites due to the firewall that the school uses.

The University IT department uses firewalls for academic departments and student residences alike. These firewalls will restrict people from being able to do what they want to while online.

Fortunately, you can get through one of these difficult firewalls with the use of the TorGuard Stealth VPN system. This will help you to unblock a website with ease. This makes it easier for you to get online and enjoy doing all sorts of things that you are typically unable to do while under the Stanford firewall.

A Smart Solution

The TorGuard Stealth VPN system will work on any major mobile or desktop operating system you use. After you sign up for access, you will be able to reach a variety of servers from different parts of the world.

As you choose a particular VPN server, you will get on a system where your IP will be disguised. In particular, the VPN will use heavy encryption to conceal your data and will also disguise it as one coming from a different part of the world. This IP will be arranged based on the particular server you opt for.

This operates quickly and makes it easier for you to get online and enjoy anything you are interested in. You will be surprised at how well the system works as it helps you to stay active and ready for a variety of online activities.

Check out this TorGuard Review!

Many Options With TorGuard

TorGuard has different VPN options of all sorts of for your needs. These include a variety of choices that are based on different countries and can work with certain speed standards in mind.

Check around the selection that is available to see what you can use for your general connectivity needs. Don’t forget to look at points relating to log usage as many of these servers work without having to collect any logs relating to your individual online usage needs.

Remember when looking for access to different websites that are normally blocked at Stanford to see what the TorGuard Stealth VPN system can do for you. This should help you with getting access to websites that are typically off limits while on campus.

Best VPN for Gaming 2017

2016-12-22T23:08:00.001+05:30

Do you need the best VPN for gaming in 2017? We made this resource to help you out so you can pick the best VPN. Picking a VPN for gaming can be frustrating since a lot of VPN providers are slow, and it can be hard to pick the best one with so many options. Should you get a free VPN for gaming or a paid one?

Why use a VPN for gaming?

VPNs are used for gaming in order to access closed betas, international clients locked to a specific region, or they can be used in other cases like to get around restrictive school firewalls, bypass IP blocks from servers, or to access banned games in a region.

VPNs, while not necessarily made for gaming--can be very useful for gaming, and if you pick the right one, you won’t experience much speed loss that can hurt your gaming experience.

You can use a VPN to get access to a banned Discord server, Minecraft server, or any other server you’ve been banned from that has your unique IP address. VPNs give you a new shared IP that you can change whenever you want.

If your problem is that you are in the wrong country to access a game, like we’ve seen with games like “Bless Online” you can use a VPN to virtually change your location to trick the game client into thinking you are in Russia.

What are the best VPNs for gaming in 2017?

There are a lot of options out there, but we think the best VPNs for gaming are paid ones that have high speeds, plenty of servers to choose from, and support for applications that are easy to use and low on system resource use (so they don’t clog down your game experience). You also need a VPN that has stable connections so your internet doesn’t disconnect constantly.

You might have heard of TorGuard before, (here’s a good TorGuard review), and they are a great VPN for gaming in 2017. They have fast speeds, hundreds of servers, and the best part is that they sponsor some gaming teams which shows they take VPN gaming seriously!

Another good VPN provider is Private Internet Access (here’s a good Private Internet Access review). They are very cheap, super fast, and they also have a lot of servers. Their client is also very small and minimalist so it won’t get in the way.

Finally, my third recommendation for PC gaming with a VPN is ExpressVPN (here’s a good ExpressVPN review). It’s more expensive, but I would say it’s one of the most friendly “noob VPNs” out there with good speeds, easy setups, and good compatibility with other apps.

Best Blogging Tools in 2016

2016-08-12T04:52:00.002+05:30

Blogging is still a big thing--believe it or not. Whether you read blogs or not, tons of people find blog content every day in search engines. A lot of HUGE websites are actually less useful than blogs since companies like Amazon are saturated with fake review content while some smaller blogs can provide better unbiased content. All of the best blogging sites have great tools they have to make themselves stand out.

But how do blogs become successful? And what can you do to increase your writing abilities while on the net?

If you are wondering where we got this information, check out this mega guide we found--which is complete guide to making money with a blog in 2016.

Here are some of the best blogging tools in 2016:

#1 Grammarly

Grammarly makes Microsoft Word spellchecker look like crap!

With Grammarly, you can install an extension and grammar check almost any text document entry box on the web. Right now I'm using Grammarly and rocking my text!

Grammarly fixes punctuation issues, spelling, and even gives you suggestions on how to make your writing better by giving you higher quality words than you might be using.

Visit Grammarly here!

#2 Newsletter builders

If you have a blog and aren't sending out weekly newsletter or emails to make some money, you're doing it wrong!

Making newsletters is easier than ever with ConvertKit, and you can send out newsletters talking about awesome products that you can advertise (and sell through Amazon affiliate links--simply sign up with Amazon and every time someone buys something through your links you make money!).

Newsletters are a great way to keep in touch with your audience and remind them of blog posts or even give them surveys to get helpful feedback on your blog content.

Visit ConvertKit here!

#3LongTailPro

If you know anything about keywords and SEO, you should know that doing keyword research can make or break your site. The only thing is that it's a pain in the ASS!

Luckily, LongTailPro exists which makes it deliciously easily to organize large amounts of data to easily understand which keywords and keyword ideas can be used in your blog.

If you want to try out this tool, click here!

With these three best blogging tools, you will be well on your way to becoming a blog master in 2016!!

Use a VPN to Bypass Netflix Geo-restrictions

2016-03-31T01:34:00.000+05:30

If you've been anywhere near Netflix in the last few months, you've undoubtedly seen the controversy surrounding their VPN block.

In January, Netflix released a statement outlining their new policy against banning proxies and VPNs. They want to protect their strict licensing details in each available location. To do so, they have to prevent users from circumventing geo-restrictions by blocking VPN tools that allow them to do so.

Since a lot of Netflix customers do use VPNs, this created a huge stir in the community. Many users think that Netflix is useless in their country without the utilization of a VPN since they have severely restricted libraries compared to other locations in the world--like the United States. Some countries don't even have access to flagship shows like House of Cards!

As a result of Netflix's new policy, most major VPN providers have been blocked. Many VPN customers don't know which VPN to use now that their chosen VPN provider isn't doing anything to help them access Netflix.

Netflix has accomplished blocking most VPN providers by blacklisting shared VPN IP addresses. If a user has a unique IP address, it's much harder for them to isolate the IP address as a VPN or proxy user.

This video below outlines a good solution to accessing Netflix:

How to Correctly Torrent with VPN

2016-02-13T03:01:00.001+05:30

Just because you use a VPN when you're torrenting, doesn't automatically mean you're safe. There's a bit more to it than that! Thankfully, we found this nifty infographic to help you out.

Which VPN Review Sites Can You Trust?

2016-01-08T04:42:00.000+05:30

Many people don't know how cutthroat the VPN industry is. VPN providers often DDOS each other, compete (steal) over customers, and seek to acquire each other on a weekly basis. In a sense, it's like any competitive industry out there that makes tons of money in that VPN providers (some more than others) purposely make it hard for consumers to decide which VPN is good. VPN providers do this by selling their VPN as the fastest, the most secure, and the most reliable service around. But how can consumers tell the difference between a good VPN and a shit VPN, besides buying each one and testing them out themselves?

VPN review sites seek to answer that complicated question--but make no mistake, some do it better than others. We've compiled the five best VPN review sites (both the pros and cons of each) you can use this as a resource to make smart purchasing decisions.

Best10VPN.com

Best10VPN.com launched in late 2015 with a small amount of superb content that makes it stand out from older competitors. While the site lacks niche providers (not as many reviews as some other sites), Best10VPN has covered all the main providers, and it seems like they are making decent progress going through each respective VPN with laser focus.

Each review on the site is written with a precise amount of detail explaining each VPN's features and processes. Whether the site's author is describing inadequate support, return policies, or just unreliable performance--everything feels brutally honest and to the point. Not only that, but the site isn't afraid to critique VPN providers openly by listing out possible improvements and giving them realistic ratings to make it easier for users to decide which VPN is right for them.

The site even lets users add their ratings to the site to compile a "user" rating similar to Metacritic. While the site seems focused on aggregating a lot of reviews, it does contain tutorials, comparisons, and blog posts outlining guides on VPN use. Our favorite thing about Best10VPN.com is that they seem to want to foster unbiased and honest discussion about VPNs in their forums and interactive website.

BestVPN.com

BestVPN has only been around for three or so years, but it's already made a significant impact on the VPN review market. The site contains over 100 reviews of the most popular VPN providers, and they also have tons of tutorials and articles to help users understand VPN terminology (like protocols, security measures, and other tips and tricks). But just because there's an enormous wealth of content on the site doesn't mean that it's all GOOD content.

The site is very obviously sponsored by certain VPNs, which makes their reviews and content suffer. Reviews missing necessary critical information that would make favorite VPNs look bad is relatively common (for example their review of ExpressVPN--also their best ranked VPN, contains no information about missing encryption options or security application features like DNS leak protection or kill switch)--or VPNs are rated highly while lower rated VPNs have obviously been the subject of much higher scrutiny. On the flipside, good VPNs might not get the best evaluation if the VPN provider doesn't have as deep of a pocket to boost the review on the site.

While BestVPN might be the unfortunate victim of a little too much sponsorship, it does have well-written readable articles and reviews. It's also an invaluable resource since you can find so much information on and through their site.

BestVPNService.com

BestVPNService is a rather dull looking VPN site. Most of the content feels sprawled out framed by a green VPN discount offer in the small header menu. BestVPNservice seems to have all of the basics of content with a lot of information on offers, reviews, and country-specific VPNs--but none of this material feels compelling, readable, or organized in an easily readable fashion. The reviews seem to be fairly accurate and reliable even if PureVPN has somehow managed to be at the forefront of the site (a definite sponsor).

Top10BestVPN.com

Top10BestVPN is another simple site that tries to push particular VPN providers forward while attempting to balance content at the same time. In more ways than one, the site almost feels like one giant landing page--or a page dedicated to providing support for VPNs. In its feature comparison chart, it compares 5 chosen VPNs, and its main page contains mainly the same selection. Reviews here are unfortunately too short and lacking details to feel really significant. However, while exceedingly long, the website does provide a massive FAQ sheet with enough information about VPNs.

VPNcompare.co.uk

When you look at VPNcompare.co.uk, you see a perfect example of how to make a generic VPN review site. You get tons of ideas for landing pages that help people chose a VPN for something specific, plenty of reviews, tutorials, and then you proceed to write them in semi-broken English--that, while informative, just feels sloppy after awhile. Take this sentence for example: "One of the best systems to bypass blocks in place is the make use of a Virtual Private Network, also known as a VPN." VPNcompare isn't a bad site for VPN reviews by any means--as it did make this list--but it's more because of how much content the site and how many niches it strikes for. Not only that but its reviews also feel decently fair and reliable.

Black Friday Reveals Password Leak for Amazon

2015-11-26T13:37:00.003+05:30

Black Friday is upon us with some fantastic deals from big companies like Microsoft, Target, and, of course, the mega-site Amazon. Deals on Kindles, Consoles, gadgets--and virtually anything you could want is being reduced. The only bad news is that some Amazon customers have received emails cautioning them to change their passwords to their Amazon account.

According to user reports at ZDnet, Amazon sent out an email with this message to affected users explaining the issue at hand: “[Amazon] recently discovered that your password may have been improperly stored on your device or transmitted to Amazon in a way that could potentially expose it to a third party.” Amazon claims that they have no reason to believe passwords were improperly disclosed, but they still want users to change their passwords as a cautionary measure.

It’s not entirely clear if only a subset of users are affected by this exposure, or just select users. The company hasn’t commented on this issue, but it’s become common for companies to ask users to change passwords after serious data breaches--so Amazon’s subtle word of caution might need to be taken seriously.

Only last week Amazon just enabled two-factor authentication for Amazon.com customers (not available for UK customers yet).

Why the Netflix and Chill Button is Genius

2015-11-06T00:50:00.001+05:30

Netflix proves once again that it's a VERY resourceful company by listening to its consumer base by making a guide on how to properly "watch Netflix and chill." People love businesses that listen to them, and with this product guide, Netflix has demonstrated that it's not only aware of its consumers, their discussions, and their habits, but a part of it all as well.

The guide helps you create a Netflix button that accomplishes simple tasks into one button. Namely it dims your lights, silences your phone, turns on your TV to Netflix--and the kicker, it can even order you food.

The phrase "watch Netflix and chill" is a recently coined term that appropriately sums up the 21st century where teenagers and adults alike rely and binge on Netflix for a majority of their media needs. Now, people everywhere, (if they have a considerable amount of technical know-how) can automate a process that has been ingrained into our very tech soulz. Instead of ignoring the potentially sexual vibes from the expression, Netflix seems to be embracing the cultural phenomenon it has created.

The Netflix button in a box reminds me a lot of the first Apple computer. It was a very cool piece of technology that could do a lot of things, but not many people could even build the device in the first place. A basic summary of the setup requires soldering knowledge, electronic programming, networking, a smart TV, and knowledge of IR signals.

So, no one is going to build one of these bad boys--and for the people that do, I commend you. Maybe you can start selling them to your friends and make a lot of money (the only thing is that the box isn't very adaptable, you'd have to sell box pieces, as it has to be custom built to a particular set-up requiring specific peripherals that are compatible).

The genius behind the guide is the guide itself. It's the perfect example of why Netflix has done well, and continues to do well. Their secret is adaptation. And their power is lots and lots of money.

When DVDS stopped becoming a thing, Netflix did a 360-degree turn and focused on streaming. When competitors started copying them, they started releasing new products within their company that made their service unique. House of Cards and Orange is the New Black are only some examples of how they company has innovated in an entirely different space. A streaming service creating their own TV shows? Who would have thought? That's like Block Buster producing a TV show. Maybe now, they wish they had!

Netflix has stayed ahead of the competition by disrupting the market and grabbing the market share, and they can continually innovate as a process to sustain their success. Their Netflix button is the perfect example of why the company is genius. They are transparent, responsive, and open.

Netflix has expanded into many countries, and in a lot of ways, it feels like its taking over. That said, not every Netflix service is the same since licensing deals come into play when the service migrates to different locations. Thankfully, there are ways to access any show you want on Netflix by using A VPN to change your IP address.

So even if no one even builds the button, I still think it's quite smart. It's like a giant "Hey you! We're awesome, and we know it. And here's how."

What's next Netflix? Will we be able to control what happens in our TV shows? A new form of entertainment altogether? If their previous route has given any indication, it's going to be big. The Netflix car. Or maybe they'll just smack that button into existing self-driving cars. Push the button, the car drives itself, and you can just sit back and enjoy Netflix on your front window.

Remember, you heard it from us first.

How to Unblock Google in China

2015-11-04T03:24:00.000+05:30

Google is the premier search engine used around the world with multiple applications included that people use every day. Google Docs, Spreadsheets--even Google Photos are great applications that are highly rated and highly valued not only for their simple design, but also their usefulness, understandable complexities, and generous offerings.

While the Google ecosystem has expanded, so too has Google's empire over the world. Google owns YouTube, Android, and a few other acquisitions have been integrated and absorbed. Inside Google rests hundreds of thousands of "questionable" websites, hundreds of thousands of blogs, and more hundred of thousands of images.

With so much content available, it's not a surprise that China has just cut the cord on Google altogether. It's a fundamental part of the internet--an unrestricted search engine. The block severely hinders Chinese citizens ability to use the internet the way they want to. In many ways, people's idea of what the internet can do is framed by Google--I can't be the only one that has seen people go to websites through Google instead of typing it in the address bar. How would you find information? Most importantly, how would you find the best information?

Well thankfully, even if you're behind the "great firewall" you can still access Google by using TorGuard VPN. TorGuard VPN has designed special protocols specifically for heavily censored countries like China. Stealth VPN and Stealth Proxy ensure that your normal VPN will NOT be detected by the government, or anyone monitoring your traffic through deep packet inspection techniques.

Stealth VPN provides you with encrypted access to the Internet that appears like normal HTTP traffic while the Stealth Proxy works alongside the VPN providing a double layered security approach that hides the "handshake" of a VPN. It's the best way to access any content you want without being detected or monitored.

With TorGuard VPN, you can unblock Google in China, access Netflix, Youtube, and even social networking sites like Twitter that are often the platforms for controversial debates on country news.

Why you need a Dedicated IP VPN

2015-10-31T07:21:00.000+05:30

VPNs are great ways to encrypt your IP address by connecting through a tunnel to a remote server. It’s one of the best ways to protect your internet privacy from deep packet inspection techniques, DDOSers, Skype resolvers, and even internet service providers looking to either market with your data or target you with ads.

For people in eastern Asia, censorship is also a serious problem--and a VPN can be a lifesaver, if not a mandatory tool to use. Most VPNs give users IP addresses that are shared across a network, and this can help with anonymity.

However, shared IP addresses can give websites various flags that become annoying and bothersome. Sometimes you might not be able to log in, or you might have to verify your computer, or you might even get connected from your ISP that something is wrong with your connection since you appear in a new location. Changing your IP address around a few locations especially if you’re traveling to other countries can also provide to be problematic.

If you’re tired of dealing with these issues, a dedicated IP address can be a good solution. A dedicated IP address can be provided by a VPN provider to give you your encrypted IP address for a small additional cost. A dedicated IP address is static, and won't flag websites requiring another email verification.This can help if you’re looking for consistency in website applications like Gmail, or through your preferred online banking. It can also make online gaming websites, and logins in general work much better.

There is a host of VPN providers that give dedicated IP addresses, but our most trusted VPN provider is Torguard. Other providers are just plain shady, with scammy affiliate schemes, false advertising, and unremarkable service. You’ll find these VPNS on a lot of advertising blogs, but Torguard is our highest rated VPN for it’s amazing customer service, fast speeds, support for international customers through Stealth services, and their easy-to-use clients. Lately, they’ve also made huge strides in app support and browser proxy extensions.

Torguard also has their blog article detailing some more information on the subject if you want to check it out here.

The Best Office Chair

2015-10-28T02:31:00.001+05:30

The best ergonomic chairs today have several functions that make them stand out. They are highly adjustable and configurable based on any user, last for years, are designed for long use and comfort, are aesthetically pleasing, and worth the price point. For these reasons, ergonomic chairs are often very popular in modern offices that can afford them. Any office worker knows the joys of an ergonomic chair.

While most of the premium priced ergonomic office chairs offer good values, it's often the cheaper ergonomic chairs that you have to watch out for. Budget priced chairs often brag about extended comfort, or "lumbar support", or try to reel you in with designs copied from premium ergonomic chairs themselves. The more you use these budget chairs, the more your back suffers which can lead to injuries later on down the road.

How to choose?

Ergonomic chairs are made by a host of different companies and each competing company has great differences in how they design their chairs. Some chairs are designed with a simple appearance that might feel more common while others have traditional mesh appearances pioneered by the Aeron chair. There are still some chairs that take chair design as simply a vessel for ergonomics. The result can be a chair that looks very industrial.

Material

Material and comfort is a very important feature to consider when purchasing an office chair. Whether you prefer mesh, fabric, leather--is an important thing to distinguish.

Each material has benefits, with the mesh being extremely breathable but subject to tears--while other materials like fabric might not be as breathable but provide more of a traditional comfort. Some mesh material can also become rough to the touch while leather is fancier (and mesh) it's also prone to getting very hot and may cause you to lose grip in your chair while seated.

Comfort

In terms of how chairs handle comfort, some chairs are also more leisurely and don't enforce as rigid seating. While some other chairs force you into an ergonomic position that doesn’t really leave room for variation. Others consistently adapt to whatever position you hold, but might not be as suitable or adjustable depending on what type of comfort you need.

Most high-end ergonomic chairs are highly adjustable. Some are automatically adjusted in that they adjust to back pressure and respond with automatic adjustments while others let you customize every single setting in the chair like lumbar support, arm height, and even seat depth. Do you want to fiddle with knobs, or just let the chair do its magic? If you feel like you're a bit picky you might want to consider getting a very adjustable chair, but if you happen to test out a chair that automatically feels "just right", consider making an investment.

Price

Price is something that needs to be considered carefully. The best chairs cost a premium price, but even then, there are variations between competing chairs ranging from $1000 dollars or more, or around the $900 mark. These variations don't deal with quality so much as preference. Some chairs might have things you wouldn't prefer--so it all comes down to how comfortable you find the chair. Some may find the most expensive chair more comfortable while others could find a cheaper chair more comfortable. Keep in mind that this price can accelerate rapidly with various add-ons that might provide additional comfort and ergonomics like headrest add-ons. If you happen to find the most expensive chair the most comfortable, you might want to save more money. Or if you can't tell the difference, choosing a cheaper ergonomic chair can be a good solution.

5. Haworth Zody Task

Minimalist and simple, the Kody can still compete in all accounts.

While the Haworth Zody chair might not be as well-known as its competitors in terms of brand recognition, it’s still a highly competitive and comfortable office chair with a host of ergonomic adjustments and engineering accomplishments.

The chair combines asymmetrical lumbar adjustment with passive pelvic support. This means you can adjust how much push-back and pressure the lumbar support gives. It’s highly adjustable depending on your preferences, but the chair also promotes good posture practices like promoting rotation in the hips to maintain a natural lower arch in the spine.

Besides the highly configurable backrest, the seat is also extremely ergonomic with it’s “waterfall edge” that doesn’t trigger pressure points in the legs. The chairs seat rest is made with plush foam while the suspension is made out of breathable mesh fabric.

The Zody Task is a great chair to consider if you want a quality office chair with all the bells and whistles for a smaller price. Or if you’ve tried some of the bigger competitors and aren’t satisfied, Zody’s green concentration claiming zero waste to landfill (chairs are made from recycled materials) and 12-year warranty might win you over.

The Haworth Zody Chair retails at $789 for the basic model.

4. Herman Miller Aeron

The first king of office chairs.

You’ll find the Herman Miller Aeron in thousands of offices (and one museum!), both because of how ergonomically viable they are and how industrially well-made. Simply put, the Aeron defined the modern office chair and its popularity is a testament to the chair’s value as a long-term ergonomic investment.

The Aeron chair features complex adjustable levers and tension knobs which can be confusing to use but promise a good amount of customizability for most users. The chair also comes in various sizes that are important when considering the chair as an option.

The Aeron chair was one of the first chairs to use mesh in the seating and backrest. The result is an amazingly breathable chair, but depending on your preferences, this is something you might want to take note of. Some users have reported that the mesh seating wears or tears over time and that it causes their pants to fray since the material can be rough. However, like most expensive chairs, you can easily purchase then replace various parts.

Since Aeron is one of the older chairs, a lot of users have found that there are newer thus more modern chairs with better ergonomic capabilities. Some find the chair, while ergonomically viable and leagues better than normal chairs, not very comfortable. The

Aeron chair is a perfect example when you have to sit one way. Suffice to say, slouching in an Aeron is a death sentence.

That said, tons of people still rely on the Aeron chair and it’s older status can make it very affordable from local warehouses or craigslist. The newest model is also a bit cheaper than competitors now.

The Herman Miller Aeron chair retails for $729.

3. HumanScale Freedom

The Humanscale may look industrial, but it feels amazingly comfortable.

HumanScale uses an automated approach where the ergonomic chair naturally conforms to your body, giving the support and comfort where needed--without the hassle of confusing support levers, knobs, and other bells and whistles.

The HumanScale’s design feels very industrial with thick metallic beams connecting each part of the chair into a frighteningly impressive appearance. It’s the sort of chair people tend to stare at, whether with curiosity, or a mild sense of unrest. While it may look like a torture chair from the back, the chair’s unique ability to recline without a recline mechanism perfectly adjusts tilt to the user’s position. The chair also features automatic spine adjustment, and quality cushions that mimic the body’s natural contours and decrease pressure points for prolonged comfortability.

The HumanScale’s strength is in it’s automatic chair adjustments that feature automatic armrests that adjust with movement and its self-adjusting recline. It’s also a very versatile chair with one of it’s most popular incarnations featuring a high-quality headrest. A headrest is perfect for long gaming sessions or relaxing while binging on Netflix.

The basic Humanscale Freedom chair retails for $989. The model that comes with a headrest retails for $1169.

2. Herman Miller Embody Chair

The Herman Miller Embody is a premium chair in all accounts.

While the Herman Miller Aeron reigns king as the classic ergonomic chair, Miller’s Embody ergonomic approach and powerful design might make it a better and newer alternative for those with a bigger budget.

While some chairs rely on you configuring adjustable settings, the Embody focuses on conforming to body micro movements through their “pixelated support” system that gives the body a sense of floating. The chair’s inner construction is a marvel to behold, which makes the chairs pixelated support system seem like a bionic spine. A lot of ergonomic chairs feel more like machines, and this chair is the perfect example. In many ways, it certainly feels like one as the backrest automatically distributes weight evenly as you sit on it which reduces pressure and encourages movement in a variety of positions.

The design definitely takes a hefty departure from the Aeron with a less ordinary angular shape and clean appearance that looks more like a Steelcase chair.

The Herman Miller Embody chair retails for $1229.

1. Steelcase Leap Chair

SteelCase Leap is an amazingly versatile office chair.

The Steelcase Leap chair is a beautiful ergonomic wonder. It features a unique system where the back support and seat operate independently, giving an intuitive and incredibly supportive experience. When you lean back, the backrest will go back while the seat moves forward to accompany your body into a highly ergonomic position.

The Steelcase Leap is also known for it’s incredibly powerful back support which mimics the movement of the spine and supports your body as you move. I would go so far to say that the Steelcase Leap is the best chair for lower back pain. The design of the backrest itself even looks highly futuristic, and when you see it, it’s not really a surprise that it feels that good against your back.

The Leap chair is also highly customizable which makes it a perfect fit for anyone. You can customize the push-back of the backrest, the ergonomic support (in newer models), chair height, the arm tilt / height, and even the angle of the seat rest.

While some chairs offer the same customizable settings, the Leap chair offers the best all around experience that somehow just “matches” what your back (and rear) needs. It’s also an incredibly good-looking chair with a clean modern aesthetic, that fits into any new-age office or pleasantly designed workspace.

The Steelcase leap chair retails for $919.

Which office chair is right for you?

While each chair is extremely competitive in terms of ergonomic capabilities, the Steelcase Leap offers the best all around value with copious adjustable options, great comfort, and amazingly simple but clean looking design. It’s also continually improved with variations iterations of the chair from the v1 version and v2 version (included in this list) that has an adjustable lumbar support. However, if you’re looking for a chair that isn’t hard to set up, the HumanScale Freedom would be a great pick. Another pricier option is the extremely comfortable Embody chair--that is, if you’re not limited to a budget.

How to Access International Betas

2015-10-27T21:18:00.001+05:30

This guide will help you access international betas--whether that means closed betas in Japan, Korea, Russia--or any other place that might have region locked content not available for US citizens. If you’re in Japan, Korea, Russia, or any other country that has censorship regulations, you can also use these same techniques to access content otherwise available in your country. While the process seems difficult, it’s very easy to understand and solve as long as you are using a VPN.

There are a lot of VPNS and proxies out there, but unfortunately, the business is very hit or miss. Some of the most popular VPNS have shady business dealings where they hire hackers and they sell out user data and create botnets. Our favorite VPN service is Torguard VPN because of their commitment to privacy, their great feature offerings (like Stealth VPN and proxy), their great customer service, and their multi-platform availability that makes it easy to install VPN on any device.

Now that we have our VPN provider, let's understand why you can't access the game you want. When a game is “region restricted” that means that whoever plays the game must be within the place that the developers have locked the game to. So if a game is in a region restricted to Japan, only players with a Japanese IP address can access and play the game.Region restriction might be the same in Korea, the United States depending on where you are connecting from, or any other country with region restrictions. The solution is to change your IP address so it looks like you’re in a country--even if you aren’t.

By using Torguard VPN, you can virtually change your IP address and mask it, then appear like another IP address through a remote server in the location that you need. So if you’re in the United States, you can have a Japanese IP address that would take away any region restrictions in place for a Japanese region restricted beta or game.

Using Torguard VPN to change your IP address to access a beta is easy. It only requires a subscription license, and then you only need to download the Torguard Lite client. From here, just enter in your login information, and then pick the location that you need. Then, click connect, and you now have an IP address ideally suited to play your chosen game.

Many people find VPN for one particular reason, but there are a lot of other benefits to using Torguard VPN through changing your IP address. Having a different IP address can be blocked content or not, depending on your location. If you’re in China or simply visiting, you can access the United States Netflix website and watch your favorite content. It protects you from your ISP--so that they cannot monitor any of your download traffic or inject any code into your connection. A lot of people also find that their ISP might be capping out speeds, and a VPN can make your speeds faster. Besides staying safe from your ISP, you can also rely on Torguard’s military grade encryption security that makes certain governments can’t spy or restrict your internet traffic. If you’re in a heavily censored country like China, Stealth VPN, and Stealth Proxy are excellent options.

TorGuard VPN also works well with gaming. If you’re a competitive gamer and are afraid of someone blocking your IP address, or DDOSing you, you can rely on Torguard VPN for protection. For those who are on Xbox, you have the option of purchasing a DDWRT router that lets you connect to VPN through the router and broadcast the VPN across Wi-Fi. This can be useful if you're trying to use your Xbox to access other servers.

Sorry Netflix Hasn't Come to This Part of the World Yet

2015-10-21T00:08:00.002+05:30

"Sorry Netflix hasn't come to this part of the world yet," might be a message you've come to be quite familiar with. Maybe you live in the Phillippines, Romania, or even Hong Kong. Netflix has this message on the site, and it might have it for quite some time. The reason is that Netflix has to work out licensing deals and decide which content can be played in certain countries. It gets even more complicated with countries like China which are known for harsh censorship legislation. Even if Netflix was available in Hong Kong, who is to say how complete it would be? Whatever the case, it's a bad message to see, and it means that the whole Netflix library is not available for you to binge-watch--until today.

Here at TechSoulz, we've used a lot of VPNS. Most of them have bad customer service, use shady affiliate programs, and even DDOS their competitors. Our favorite VPN to use is Torguard VPN since it not only provides great service but stands alone as a reputable business. They speak out against censorship and serve as amazing privacy advocates.They have over 1200 servers, with 42+ locations, great speeds, multiple offerings including a new Stealth Proxy feature, and tons of apps and extensions for users to access their services.

So why are we mentioning Torguard VPN? Well, VPN technology is the BEST way to access Netflix and bypass the familiar message you've come to hate: sorry Netflix hasn't come to this part of the world yet.

Torguard VPN works by encrypting a virtual tunnel that masks and then changes your IP address to connect to a remote server that has access to Netflix. If you're living in Hong Kong, you can access Netflix like you are in the United States. This gives you complete access to Netflix. That means great titles like Orange is The New Black, Walking Dead, House of Cards, and even exclusive Netflix movies.

Netflix is becoming a powerhouse of media entertainment that you can't miss out on. Use Torguard VPN, the best VPN to access Netflix.

How to Bypass O2 Age Verification

2015-10-20T23:54:00.002+05:30

In this guide, we are going to show you how to bypass o2 age verification. If you’ve connected to o2 in the UK, you know how annoying age verification can be as it requires ridiculous things to verify your identity. It requires a credit card, and a call--and even a charge (even if it’s reversible)!

Plenty of websites requires this age verification. Anything that falls under specific categories that o2 might think it worthy to check your age. And yes, that can include a VPN website. What’s the deal? Young people can’t protect their privacy? And they have to give information up to do so? Sounds a bit backwards to me.

Luckily, for those who already have access to TorGuard VPN service, you can bypass o2 age verification. For those who don’t, consider purchasing a license so next time you’re connecting to o2 on your phone you won’t have to deal with more restrictive nonsense.

TorGuard VPN works by using a virtual tunnel to encrypt your IP address. You can connect to remote servers and appear as a different IP address. Since o2 can’t see you, or track you, they have no way to restrict your content.

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Getting around o2 age verification with Torguard VPN is extremely simple. If you have an iPhone or Android, you can simply download the Torguard Lite client application onto your respective phone.

iPhone:

Your first step should be locating and then downloading the TorGuard app from the App Store. Once the app is downloaded, launch it and then you’ll be asked to approve VPN server settings once you put in your login information. Once you tap “allow” it’ll take you to the settings. If it automatically takes you back to the TorGuard App, go back and make sure that the VPN status is set to “Connected” in your settings. Once you’re connected you will have a small “VPN” icon on the top of the iPhone near the time as well as a connected status in the settings.

Android:

Your first step should be locating and then downloading the TorGuard app from the Google Play Store. Once you have the application installed, enter in your login information and tap connect.

TorGuard VPN is the best solution to bypass o2 age verification. Connecting to a VPN service is very simple, and it can provide you with a much more seamless internet experience free of restrictions, targeted ads, and even access to remote locations that have access to content on region-restricted websites you wouldn’t otherwise.

Should Apple ChipGate be a thing?

2015-10-17T00:30:00.000+05:30

Before we talk about ChipGate, we need to speak about BendGate. It gives us a little bit of perspective on how these “gates” work.

BendGate was a viral response against iPhone 6 models bending. It often felt like a huge tidal wave of angst, as many users around the internet were lead to believe that iPhone 6 models could bend just from being in their pocket. Some users even explained that Apple had purposely introduced bending into their model, giving the phone a remarkably versatile and revolutionary chassis.

The negative responses were mainly due to several viral videos that lead people to believe that their phones were bendable just by putting a small amount of pressure on them. These claims were later refuted when Apple gave out a BendGate statement explaining that only 6 of their phones in 6 days of sales had bent.

So now that ChipGate is swinging around the corner, is it another viral marketing campaign to ruin Apple’s image? Or is it a legitimate concern that users should keep in mind when purchasing a new iPhone 6s?

ChipGate is the result of Apple manufacturing their new A9 processors through two manufacturers. One is Samsung, and one is TSMC. The TSMC-made processor is 16nm, and the Samsung-made chip is 14 nm. The TSMC is slightly bigger, which has led many people to believe, and thus test, that its performance is slightly better.

Most of these benchmark tests show that the TSMC chip gives a slight increase in battery life compared to the Samsung chip. Some users are even claiming that when these tests are run on Geekbench, there’s a 20% difference in battery life.

Like the BendGate situation, Apple has stepped in once again to write off the issue. Their explanation is that “Certain manufactured lab tests that run the processors with a continuous heavy workload until the battery depletes are not representative of real-world usage since they spend an unrealistic amount of time at the highest CPU performance state," Apple said. "It's a misleading way to measure real-world battery life. Our testing and customer data show the actual battery life of the iPhone 6s and iPhone 6s Plus, even taking into account variable component differences, vary within just 2-3 percent of each other.”

When BendGate was a thing, people often talked about how previous iPhone models were also prone to bending--but it wasn’t a huge deal. In this case, previous iPhone models also had split manufacturers for things like Ram, but whether because people didn’t notice, or take issue with it, it didn’t escalate into a “gate”. It can be unsettling to feel like you got an inferior iPhone. But is a 2% battery difference that big of a deal?

If you’ve stuck with iPhones in the past, and like their operating system and performance, I would continue that same path. Every phone, computer, and device is prone to small intricacies of error and misperformance. While their stocks continue to rise to a frightening level--remember, Apple isn’t that much different than some of it’s competitors. Even if some people think they are.

They have good products, good vision, but it’s still a tech company, and that means there will be some bumps along the way.

How to Watch Netflix in Romania

2015-10-15T00:27:00.002+05:30

Netflix is a massive streaming service with thousands of titles, hundreds of TV shows, and many more movies than I care to count. It’s a fantastic company that continues to innovate not only in its broad platform but in its accessibility and push towards unique content featured only on Netflix as its own sort of programs.

All things considered, the globe is an even bigger place, and Netflix hasn’t quite reached everywhere quite yet. There’s tons of licensing deals and distribution that needs to be figured out--and it’s a long and arduous process. Romania, a beautiful country, is one such place that doesn’t “get” Netflix yet, and might not for some time. But don’t worry! With the magic of TorGuard VPN software, you’ll be watching Netflix in no time at all!

To access Netflix in Romania, you have to appear like you are in a place that has Netflix available, like the UK, or the United States. This is done by masking your real IP address and encrypting your current one through VPN technology.

Setting up TorGuard to change your IP address to a remote server is quite easy. All you have to do is purchase a TorGuard license, and then head over to the download to install the TorGuard Lite client. Once it’s installed, use your login credentials, then pick a server location that has Netflix available--as in the UK or the United States.

Once this is done, you will connect to the remote server in your chosen location and your IP address will appear as if it is originating from that place, giving you access to Netflix as if you were really there! Browse the entirety of the Netflix catalog with great titles like House of Cards, Orange Is The New Black and plenty of other favorite shows.

So next time you’re in Romania, don’t forget about TorGuard VPN. Or if you’re living there, what are you waiting for? Just don’t spend all day binge watching and lose your job!

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How to Hide your IP from Skype Resolvers

2015-10-14T03:01:00.003+05:30

Skype resolvers are real threats plaguing professional gamers and the everyday man who accidentally adds a bot on Skype. Skype resolvers work as simple as someone adding you on skype, or searching your username, and they have your IP address. With your IP address, the person looking to attack you can do so through DDOS attacks (denial of service that interrupts your connection), SSH attacks (to gain access to your machine), or even exploit open ports.

Skype works through a peer-to-peer connection to enhance its call quality to make it like an instant conversation. The problem with peer-to-peer connections is that it’s very easy for a savvy user to find out your IP address through this system. It’s similar to torrenting in that way when your IP address isn’t encrypted people has access to it.

Skype resolvers themselves don’t even require you to be on a call with someone, or to be transferring files with them. There are multiple services out there that can find user IP addresses very quickly. There are various techniques like bots that call you, or a debug log file that quickly adds you and deletes you to find your IP address. Unfortunately, there are also many other effective methods as well that people can use to find your IP address through Skype resolvers.

The good news is that stopping Skype resolvers from attaining your IP address can be stopped with the utilization of a VPN service. A virtual private network (VPN) masks your real IP address by connecting to a remote server in another location that has a different IP address. Torguard uses an IP address that is shared by other users to increase anonymity.

Many users think setting up a VPN is difficult, and many VPN services can be. Luckily, TorGuard has taken a complicated process and streamlined it through its TorGuard Lite connect which only requires login credentials and a “connect” button.

A reliable VPN-like TorGuard can be accessed throughout the globe, and the effects of changing your IP address to a particular location can be exciting. For example, if you live in a country with restricted access to sites like Netflix, you will find you can access entire libraries with your new IP address with fast speeds and highly encrypted traffic.

If you’re looking to step up your whole house’s internet security, you might also want to consider purchasing one of TorGuard’s DDWRT routers that come pre-flashed with TorGuard VPN services. By encrypting your internet directly through your router, you can be ensured that every one of your devices can access the same content through WiFi with the same level of security.

Can Overdog Make Online Gaming Social Again?

2015-10-08T05:58:00.000+05:30

Gamers around the world have been connecting to the internet since its inception. It started out expensive (it was so costly to play online games that barely anyone did) and the graphics and gameplay were limited to text driven games.

Now, gamers can fight each other in first person shooters with outstanding graphics, or they can explore lush vicious worlds in massively online role playing games like World of Warcraft, Guild Wars 2, Wildstar--or many other alternatives. Then, there are other the life-like survival games like Rust, or DayZ, where spontaneous voice-chat and interaction through communication can bring hilarious results. These experiences can also prove to be a frustrating affair that makes gamers lose faith in humanity. In the same vein, insanely popular games like League of Legends have been branded as “toxic” while being saturated with idiots. Even famous supporters of the game like YouTuber Dunkey have seemingly abandoned the game.

Now, in 2015, there are many differences in various gaming communities. With so many games, players often find their friendships drifting apartment due to game preferences, or systems within platforms might force them to play online where they would have preferred to play local (I’m looking at you Halo 5).

The landscape is changing, and the online gaming experience is constantly shifting, evolving, devolving, and the experience isn’t always as ideal as we want it. Some think gaming is becoming too toxic, or that it’s “not the same” as it was in the glory days where smaller tightly-knit communities thrived. However, it’s not all lost. There are several sites attempting to bring back social interaction in its purest form--sites that want to help forge friendships, support competitive play, and create communities. And then there is an application, Overdog.

Overdog is very different from its competition. For one, it’s an integrated application that you can download on the Xbox one that takes a lot of work out of the equation. Secondly, you don’t have to spend much time browsing other users. Instead, you’re given matches based on your profile of preferred games. You pick the games you want, and some other things you’re interested in, and it matches you up with others with similar profiles. In a sense, it’s very much a gaming matchmaker. Overdog can only get better with more users since it takes such a hands-on approach.

The VP product of development spoke out on Reddit how the application works. It uses a matchmaking system utilizing Jaccard that provides a stronger experience with the more input a gamer puts in. That way, if a gamer invests time into the application he has to get results.

I posted a topic on a Xbox forum asking users if they thought Xbox live was as social as it used to be in the days of Halo 3. To my surprise, a majority of the users all agreed that Xbox live social chat and interaction is a pale shadow of what it use to be, whether because the novelty has worn off, or because party chat integration has made voice chat less spontaneous and random and more selective. Why speak with random people when you have friends to talk to already?

In that way, I think Overdog has found a huge target market and attacked it. If Halo 5 is any indicator, many gamers might find themselves gaming on Xbox live alone without split screen options available. Consoles are still a pricey investment, and games too, stretching must higher than $60 retail with DLC expansions becoming relevant if one wants to stay competitive or active in a particular game's progression.

Speaking of pricing, Overdog also plans on generating revenue by leverage affiliate advertising on the Xbox marketplace by providing users with links to download apps that give discounts, but also provide a kickback to game publishers. Very neat! A win-win situation.

So what do you think? Will Xbox Live become social again? Or has it always been that way? I’ve always loved the social atmosphere of Xbox live. While I’ve spent a lot of time with the PC gaming community in MMORPGS, I’ve always enjoyed the friend system, achievements, and voice chat on Xbox live. The free games with gold aren’t hurting anyone either.

Why You Should Use a VPN

2015-10-07T05:54:00.000+05:30

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Nighthawk X8 Best Router On the Market?

2015-10-01T21:52:00.000+05:30

The Nighthawk X6 was and still is, a beast of a router. It was the perfect device for large families with multiple devices who needed speed and efficiency. Netgear even did some research conducted by Marketlab, which found that most families have over 12 Wi-Fi devices connected to a network. Now, the Nighthawk X8 AC5300 is the next step up in delivering performance. Let's talk about what kind of power this bad boy can put out.

It's good to hear that the Nighthawk X8 AC5300 still leads the charge with its new tech, as this time around it uses the new second generation XStream platform technology to deliver three tri-band wave channels with two 4x4 5 GHz radios (2.1 Gbps) each and one 4x4 2.4 GHz radio (1 Gbps). The Nighthawk X8 AC5300 is capable of 5.3 Gbps over a wireless signal and powered by a 1.4 GHz dual-core processor.

The X8 is a bit different than the X6, as far as the design. Instead of utilizing eight antennas on the outside (goodbye spaceship) it now uses four antennas on the outside and four in the inside. The four external antennae are active with Wi-Fi amplifiers located in the tips of the antennae. The location of these antennae is very efficient, and unique in reducing signal loss and cross-talk on the board to deliver a new quality of Wi-Fi signal.

There aren't any other routers with this external use of Wi-Fi amplifiers. Netgear's senior director Sandeep thinks this feature and others make the router “outpace any router in the market today.” He very well might be right, as another notable feature included on the X8 is the six Gigabit Ethernet ports that are great for multi-ethernet cable use.

The Nighthawk X8 also comes with many standard features in common with its predecessors like beamforming, dynamic QoS, VPN, two onboard USB 3.0 ports, and DLNA support. It also utilizes smart connect features.

Harpalani believes that the "Nighthawk Nighthawk X8 AC5300 is the next big wave in Wi-Fi, and it is for people who crave the best networking experience possible."

The Nighthawk X8 AC5300 is made even stronger with pre-flashed VPN software, like Torguard VPN. VPN-enabled routers ensure your entire Wi-Fi network will be encrypted through a VPN server.

Best VPN for India

2015-10-01T06:05:00.001+05:30

Censorship on the internet is no joke. It's happening in a lot of countries now with anti-internet freedom legislation popping up like stubborn weeds. India is one such country where sporadic censorship is becoming more common. When it hits, it's often without warning.

By accessing user IP addresses, government officials or anyone monitoring your information can use your information to restrict your access to the internet. Think of VPN enabled internet access, not like a weed killer, but as an entirely new garden without any weeds in it.

VPN technology uses an encrypted tunnel to bypass internet blocks by accessing a VPN server in a remote location where censorship isn't happening. So if you're in India, you can access servers in the United States.

The VPN will hide your traffic, your IP address, and any data you have come in, or out.

While there are many VPN offerings, we think the best choice is Torguard. Other offerings don’t have as strong packages, reasonable pricing, or as many features. Torguard is also super fast since it has over 1200+ servers around the globe.

It also has multi-platform support on Browsers and any mobile device. We’ve also noted Torguard’s strong privacy policy--they purge logs daily. Torguard also had a recent 24 hour support day where not one request went unanswered. Very cool.

Torguard is perfect for users in India or any users with specific needs stuck behind censorship walls. With Torguard, you can access Stealth VPN technology to hide packet transfers and appear like normal HTTP traffic.

Torguard is the full package. Proxy? Check. OpenVPN? Check. SOCKS5 and Bittorrent Optimized? Sure! Private email? Check.

So what are you waiting for? Don't waste your time, speed, or money on censored content. Bypass restrictions with a VPN!

Best 5 iPhone 6S Cases

2015-09-30T16:48:00.000+05:30

The iPhone 6 and 6S (both look and feel the same on the outside) are beautiful devices with curved aluminum edges, remarkable screens, and beautiful sapphire lensed cameras. All this can change in a drop from your hand onto concrete, and that pretty retina display now looks like someone just hit it with a steel hammer. While every case is different in feel, and use, most of them protect your iPhone a lot better than having it naked. I didn't pick any cases that make your phone feel like a brick--so if that's your thing, perhaps check out an Otterbox case. Here're the top 6 best iPhone cases:

1. Peel

If you couldn't tell from its name, Peel is THE thinnest iPhone case around measuring at just .35mm thick, and weighing around .02 grams! It's almost like a second skin for the device.

It's unbranded, incredibly form fitting, and it even includes a subtle lip to protect the (already durable and scratch proof) camera lens.

The case comes in multiple colors to complement your sexy iPhone. If you're looking for a case to complement your phone without sacrificing its beauty, you can't go wrong with the peel.

Peel retails for 24.99.

2.Spigen Air Cushion

Right next to the peel is the Spigen Air Cushion. It's another case that reveals the outside masterpiece with its clear transparent design. The case uses "air cushion" technology in the case to protect it from harsh drops. The case feels a bit more cheap, and it has that unmistakeable plastic feel, but the air cushion design and (somewhat oddly sharp) lip protects the phone from drops super well.

While it can't hold a candle to peel in terms of thinness, it's much more minimalist than other phone cases while still providing a decent amount of protection. The transparent design also looks very cool when your camera light is on (it lights up around the phone--a cool party trick!).

The Spigen Air Cushion retails for 11.99.

3. Spigen Neo Hybrid

The Spigen Neo Hybrid lineup is known for making great looking cases that feel light but strong. The cases often feel like an additional style accessory, and this Neo Hybrid case for iPhone is no exception.

It's one of the best-looking cases around with slick metallic sides, patterned grip, and its dual-bumper design composed of a polycarbonate frame and soft TPU case resists significant bumps and bruises.

The Spigen Neo Hybrid retails for 18.99.

4. Poetic

The Poetic lightweight, slim case is a great affordable hard case that mirrors the lines and angles of the iPhone 6S perfectly. It's got a transparent design, raised lip for screen protection, and it's quite thin.

The Poetic cases have some great color schemes to match with their striped design. Many cases feel like simple revamps, but this case feels made for the iPhone 6S.

You can find the Poetic cases for 12.95.

5. Groovemade Walnut Case

Looking for someone a little more premium? Grovemade makes great real wooden cases great for showing off at parties or bragging about at work.

Grovemade makers crafted the Grovemade Walnut iPhone case out of solid walnut. While sturdy, the case still retains a minimalist feel. The case adheres directly to your phone with a single-use adhesive to make things extra snug.

This wooden case is a great alternative to other standard cases since it offers some great protection with a stylish alternative feel.

The Grovemade Walnut iPhone case retails for 99.99.

What's your favorite case? Let us know in the comments below!

How to stay Anonymous on Bittorrent in a few steps

2015-09-29T02:56:00.002+05:30

Despite how useful Bittorrent can be for file sharing purposes, there are inherent risks you take while using the protocol. This guide will show you how to stay anonymous on bittorrent.

You can have your internet throttled and spied on.
Privacy groups monitor torrent swarms to report IP's to internet service providers which can result in fines.
Other users can publicly see your IP address, which can be used to launch DDOS attacks or SSH attacks.

How can people see your IP address?

It’s quite simple. Popular torrent applications like uTorrent have ways to let you see who is in the “swarm” of users/peers who are also sharing/downloading (seeding/leeching) content. Each user in the swarm has their IP address listed. Unless you’re behind an encryption protocol like a proxy or VPN, you can’t hide this information.

A proxy funnels traffic through another server so your IP address in your Torrent application will appear different. A VPN is a more powerful solution because it funnels ALL of your internet traffic through a virtual tunnel to provide encryption.

How to setup a torrent proxy with Utorrent/Bittorrent:

Open up your torrent application and navigate to the preferences. Find a connection tab, and chose the proxy type as SOCKS5.

We recommend using highly regarded TorGuard services, as they have an insane amount of servers to guarantee high speeds, plenty of well-priced packages, and multiple apps for every platform.

For the proxy field type: proxy.torguard.org. Change the port to 1090 or 1085 or 1080 (if 1080 doesn’t work, try using 1090 or 1085, as some ISPS like Comcast block 1080.) Then, click “Authentication” checkbox. Lastly, enter in your Torguard username/e-mail and password.

Make sure to check the following as well:

Use proxy for hostname lookups.

Use proxy for peer-to-peer connections.

Check everything under “proxy privacy.”

When finished, click apply, then restart--and you’re done!

How to setup a VPN:

Navigate to the Torguard download page and download the appropriate client for your operating system (under Torguard VPN Lite). Run the installation package, and when finished, start the program and pick the closest server nearby your location. From here, enter your username/email and password to login.

Check your torrent IP:

If you want to check what your IP address looks like to other users, simply try out Torguard’s free CheckMyTorrentIP tool. The tool is a torrent tracker that lets you download a private torrent file that shows your VPN protected IP address. It stays in your queue because there are no seeders; it won’t download, and it’ll stay active. It’s the perfect tool to remain worry-free!

A Friendly and Free Backup Software

2014-09-30T17:42:00.001+05:30

The technology is getting advanced and progressing at a lightning speed, but still, business owners, and computer users dread is the loss of very valuable data. It is a costly mistake to not to use a pc backup software on their computers. Losing data can mean a disaster and irreparable damage to individuals and various businesses. It is not only necessary to have a software installed, but a reliable one too, that will never fail you. This is very essential to enjoy seamless business activities and avoid any interruptions. Today, organizations from all over the world rely heavily on exchanging data electronically, and ignoring the safety of data can be an expensive mistake.

One will come across a number of free backup software available in the market. Look for the one that carries a great reputation, and will serve your needs besides being free. EaseUS is one such trusted name when it comes to data recovery. Now you can make use of the reputed backup tool to back up the complete data, settings and all of your entire system. This is a reliable recovery software for home users and is very easy to use. You can sort out those disaster problems with just one click. One can aloes schedule backup to save time and avoid troubles.

It is crucial to create pc backup software in a computer as the systems can crash as a result of the hard disk failure. No organization or business can afford to lose their valuable data and face enormous losses to the business. The kind of backup software one goes for will depend on the kind and volume of data. How important the data is, and any changes made on the data play an important role. There are users and business owners that need data backup services daily, or even hourly. The data back can easily be scheduled and run automatically.

The backup sources from local drives are typically sourced from the local drive to destinations such as mapped network locations and USB connected devices. One should look for the exact copies of the original sources, minus any compression or loss of data. EaseUS is a popular free backup software and the friendly wizard boasts of a simple interface that is used by more than 6,000,000 users. It supports Windows 8, 7, Vista, XP. The new version carries smart backup feature and there is no need to download and install software again. The earlier bugs have been removed to improve the quality of the product and its services.

5 Tips for Finding a Secure Web Hosting Company

2014-09-29T11:14:00.000+05:30

As privacy becomes the buzzword of the 21st century, businesses are drawn towards secure hosting to attract and appease customers. Internet security is no longer a supplemental bonus but a requisite mandate in the online community and anyone looking to launch their website is well aware of the advantage of paying for the secure website hosting. Here are a few tips to ensure you choose the most secure web hosting company for your website domain.

SSL Certificate
Select a server host that provides you with a Secure Socket Layer (SSL) certificate which provides an encrypted path between the browser and web server. This encryption protects that data, both yours and your visitors’, from the prying eyes of hackers and malware like keyloggers. You can tell if it is being utilized by the ‘s’ added in your URL (instead of the standard prefix of http:// you get https://). This means you get the dual advantage of secure encryption protection and the instantly recognized reputation for having such technology protecting your customers' data.

Level of Encryption
When hosting companies offer security packages, they encrypt your data and give you a private key so that even if a hacker manages to breach security, s/he cannot decipher the data and misuse it. Check the level or degree of encryption being offered e.g. 40-bit or 128-bit; the higher the number, the better or more complex the encryption.

Firewall Security
The web host should make sure the server is adequately maintained to ensure attacks are limited. Any external threats to the server and the sites hosted on it (e.g. DDoS attack) should be blocked and custom settings should allow for banning IP addresses, such as those of unsecured proxy servers that are known to present security threats. Check to see if the host has a published security protocol which is a good (though not guaranteed) indication that they are on top of upgrades and patches.

SFTP
Secure File Transfer Protocol is a step up from the generally used File Transfer Protocol (FTP) which allows you to upload files to your hosting account but with an additional layer of protection. There is a risk of files being intercepted and even modified with little to no indication of hacker activity despite the security net provided by FTP. SFTP fills in the vulnerability gaps of its predecessor and you should ensure this option is included in your host’s package.

Backup Storage
Practically every reputable web hosting company backs up all data to a remote server on at least a daily basis. This is a must as it allows the host to restore data to its entire network or to a particular site should it be damaged by a breach in security or by any other type of technical difficulty. Most hosts also provide a tool in the control panel that allows you to back up your own site. Check to see how often the host backs up their servers, what method they use and where backups are stored.