What's the Best Way to Stream Over a VPN on a TV?

October 31, 2022

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The popular candy bar Snickers was created by Frank and Ethel Mars, of the Mars candy family, and named after their favorite horse.

If you have a smart TV, you may have found yourself wondering what’s the best way to connect it to a VPN so you can access different Netflix regions, as well as protect your connection. Let’s take a look at your options to stream using a VPN on your smart TV. Read More »

On Linux, environment variables hold important values and settings. Scripts, applications, and shells read these values, often to configure themselves, or to control their behavior. Here are several ways to show those variables in your terminal. Read More »

Ever feel like your keyboard needs more keys? You’re not alone, as there are multiple macro pads you can buy on the market that essentially does just that. If you’re a gamer, you’ll want to look into Razer’s Tartarus v2 Keypad.

This particular macro pad has 19 standard keys, an extra key that sits where your left thumb rests on the pads, and even an analog stick for controlling the on-screen action. Even if you don’t plan on using it for gaming, there are a lot of uses you can use the extra keys for, like turning a lot of keyboard shortcuts into one easy button press.

Premium audio speakers shouldn’t just sound great; they should look good in your living room, home office, or bedroom, as well. Make a visual statement with this pair of KEF Q150 bookshelf speakers, now down to just $299.99 ($300 off). Read More »

Decentralized VPNs (or dVPNs) are an interesting new technology that borrows heavily from VPNs, unsurprisingly, but also from Tor. There are some clear distinctions setting dVPNs apart from VPNs, but how do dVPNs compare to Tor? Read More »

If you want to keep your browsing anonymous on the internet, there are a number of ways to do it. The two main contenders are VPNs and the Tor Browser. Though the goal of each of these is the same, their methods are very different. Let’s compare them and see what makes each of them tick. Read More »

Halloween is a time for horror, but not every perfect Halloween movie needs to be scary. From truly terrifying tales to more gentle spooky stories, here are the best Halloween movies to watch on Netflix. Read More »

Love Linux? You’ll want to get a laptop built with the open-source operating system in mind, instead of settling for a Windows laptop and having to do the installation yourself. These five picks work with Linux right out of the box. Read More »

We’re always talking about the idea of robots becoming self-aware, but if the sun managed the feat, that’d be a far more frightening prospect. Read More »

When implementing DevOps processes, its imperative you choose tools that promote the sustainability of projects and collaboration between teams. Learning DevOps - Second Edition will teach you how to containerize your applications, when to utilize open source tools and resources, why thorough testing is critical, and more. Dive in by downloading your free copy today. This offer ends on Thursday, November 3, 2022.

If you’re one of the millions of people with an Echo speaker, Ring doorbell, or both, there are plenty of smarthome tricks for you to take for a spin this Halloween. Read More »

Very few circumstances would require you to connect your iPhone to Ethernet. However, connecting to Ethernet might be best if Wi-Fi isn’t available or if it’s unstable. All you need to make the connection is the correct adapter and a spare network cable. We’ll show you how. Read More »

Don’t forget about your smart home when planning your Halloween decorations and activities. Your Google Home or Nest device has some Halloween tricks up its sleeve. Read More »

There are all sorts of colors and flavors when it comes to cheese. You also may have noticed, though, one Colby Jack cheese, in particular, is actually a blend of two colors. But why? Read More »

Did you wake up to a suspended Instagram account in the last 24 hours? If so, it’s not just you. Today, we’re seeing a massive uptick in reports all over Twitter from people saying their Instagram got suspended. Here’s what we know and what you can do about it. Read More »

Big changes may be coming to Twitter’s user verification model. According to a report by The Verge, the social media platform may begin charging $20 for a blue check mark. Read More »

When you think of pickle juice, you probably assume it’s not very good for you. After all, it’s packed with sodium, and it is true that those watching their intake should probably avoid it. But there are pickle juice benefits—one of them is hydration. Read More »

Amazon Astro tries its best to be the first practical general-purpose personal robot. Unfortunately, outside of some specific use cases arguably better served by other devices, you’ll likely struggle to find uses for it. Read More »

The beginning of the month is here, and that means there’s plenty to watch on Netflix. From anticipated movie sequels to new reality shows, there’s both original content and classic films hitting streaming. Read More »

Your PSU is the foundation of your PC build, and testing your PSU, whether it’s brand new or recycled from an older build, is easy and inexpensive insurance against future problems. Read More »

To get a network-wide VPN up and running traditionally, you’ve had to buy a compatible router and flash custom firmware. But with the Aircove, ExpressVPN is ready to go the moment you finish setting up the router. I tested out the device to see if the all-in-one solution is worth your money. Read More »

Google Chrome has become the go-to browser for many people. It’s chock full of powerful features that make it popular, but you may not have found all the best ones yet. We’ll make sure you do. Read More »