Windows 10 makes it really easy to setup a VPN Connection and today with governments snooping on everything we do, it makes good sense to have one already setup and ready to go. You will be able to switch the VPN connection on or off with a few clicks so it's very easy. Watch the video above or follow the text guide below. How to Setup a VPN Connection on Windows 10 Please make sure you have all your VPN service provider info on hand before starting this guide (server address, VPN type, … [Read more...]
Smoothwall Mini-ITX Intel Build with iCase
OK time for some fun! I recently built a custom Smoothwall firewall that I had wanted to build for almost a year, so I finally bought the parts and went for it. Only problem is that the case I bought was for a "Thin" Mini-ITX motherboard, but the motherboard I bought was a standard Mini-ITX size, so I learned the hard way that there is a big difference between "Mini-ITX" and "Thin Mini-ITX". Not one to be beaten, I decided to "Mod" the case and make it accept the full size Mini-ITX board that … [Read more...]
Password Manager guide
Managing your passwords is messy and complicated however, making use of a Password Manager can free you from the mess while keeping a high degree of security. If you are still using the same password for everything (like sunshine, princess, monkey or god-forbid admin) then you are putting yourself in danger of being hacked, your personal data stolen, and possible financial ruin. It is more important than ever to secure your personal and financial data, and using a Password Manager is the best … [Read more...]
What is a web proxy server?
A web proxy server is a computer situated between your PC and a website server you are requesting a data/webpage from. There are two common reasons for using a web proxy: To speed up browsing by caching webpage data (a Web cache or CDN) therefore saving a full trip and download from the website you are visiting. To stay anonymous towards the website you are visiting whereby the web proxy acts as a "go between". The website server will only see and/or log the proxy IP address, not your … [Read more...]
How to change your IP address
There are times when you need to change your IP address, for instance: after detecting a virus (trojan) or other threat on your computer, being targeted by a hacker, or as a general security measure, it's good practice to renew your IP address weekly at the very least. Most ISP's setup their networks and user modems to automatically renew after 7 days (user connections are typically DHCP) however, if you are more technically minded you can easily change the lease time by logging into your modem … [Read more...]