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The 5 Best VPNs for Small Businesses on a Budget

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That’s all it takes for a cybercriminal to breach your small business. A VPN encrypts internet traffic and hides IP addresses to protect your business from man-in-the-middle attacks, Wi-Fi snoops, and malicious actors. But not every VPN is suitable for small businesses. One wrong click. One rogue Wi-Fi connection.

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You should probably delete any sensitive screenshots you have in your phone right now. Here's why

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Cloudflare blocks largest DDoS attack - here's how to protect yourself

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Also: Why no small business is too small for hackers - and 8 security best practices for SMBs Web Application Firewalls (WAFs) : These specialized defenses against Layer 7 application attacks are essential for blocking malicious traffic targeting web applications. Block it already!

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How to clear your Android phone cache (and why it makes such a big difference)

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It's a quick troubleshooting step, not just a storage cleanup. Looking for the next best product? Get expert reviews and editor favorites with  ZDNET Recommends.

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Fortinet vs Palo Alto NGFWs 2025: Comparison Guide

eSecurity Planet

Fortinets strength lies in its easy deployments within a small-scale environment and user-friendly security valued by small businesses. Key capabilities to highlight include URL blocking, DNS security, and network analytics. While not as scalable as Palo Alto, it still performs well in smaller business contexts.

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IVPN review: This VPN takes privacy to the next level

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One way they do this is by closely monitoring your IP address and DNS requests, or through web trackers.   I did my own tests, switching between random servers while also monitoring my IPv4/IPv6 addresses and DNS information. This is why it's crucial to ensure the VPN you're using isn't leaking sensitive data. 

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Should you upgrade to Wi-Fi 7? Here's my advice after testing this Asus router at home

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Just to name a few, you have Safe Browsing to protect you from malware online, DNS (domain name system) encryption to cover your digital footprint, plus an ad blocker. For example, you could have a network for your kids with parental controls, one for smart home devices, and one for VPNs. Online security is another large aspect.