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This plug-and-play firewall and VPN combo gives you complete control of your online security

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This VPN+firewall is only $299 for life.
Take control of your cyber security with this vpn.
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Paying for an IT service that manages your data security can be expensive. You can get the protection of a firewall, and the privacy of a virtual private network, packed into a single piece of cybersecurity hardware with the Deeper Connect Nano.

This firewall and VPN combo is on sale now for $299. Once you get it installed, your network will be safe and secure. And you won’t need to keep paying … and paying … for security software packages.

Apple households need this powerful Linksys mesh router [Review]

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Linksys Velop AX4200 Tri-Band Mesh WiFi 6 System review
iPhone, Mac and iPad users, the Velop AX4200 might be the mesh Wi-Fi router you’ve been looking for. Especially if you also use HomeKit.
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The Linksys Velop AX4200 Tri-Band Mesh WiFi 6 System offers the features Apple users need. And that’s especially true for fans of HomeKit as the routers add extra security to these home automation accessories. Plus, the system offers an improved version of Wi-Fi.

To test the system out, I added Linksys mesh Wi-Fi routers to my home. Here’s how they work in real-world use.

Protect your devices and data with this dual DPN/firewall hardware

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This smart dual VPN and firewall will protect your online data and your devices 
Simply install this tiny protector and you'll never need to worry about your online security again.
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Everyone needs a VPN and a firewall they can trust. With everyone living our lives online more than ever, these services for protecting our most private data are not just bonuses for the highly tech-conscious, but essentials for every household. 

The super-smart Deeper Connect Nano Decentralized VPN Cybersecurity Hardware will take care of both, and it’s on sale today for just $299. Unlike practically every other VPN on the market, the Deeper Connect Nano is a one-and-done deal, sparing you from pesky monthly subscription fees forever.

How to check (and block) apps that track you on iPhone and iPad

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Protect iOS your privacy and data with a firewall app.
Protect iOS your privacy and data with a firewall app.
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Safari’s content blockers effectively block trackers and other Bad Stuff on the web, but that only works in Apple’s browser. Any other app you install on your iPhone or iPad can send all kinds of personal information to anyone, without you ever knowing. Your location, the details of your menstrual cycle, how long you spend asleep — pretty much anything.

So how do you stop this? Well, iOS 13 itself can help limit some abuses. But what you really need is an iOS firewall app that can detect and shut down any unauthorized connections.

Lockdown brings open source firewall to iOS

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Lockdown secures your iPhone with a firewall.
Lockdown secures your iPhone with a firewall.
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Lockdown Apps is a new firewall app for iOS. Like Guardian Firewall, which we covered last month, Lockdown uses iOS’ VPN framework to intercept all incoming and outgoing network traffic, and allows you to block connections to any address.

Unlike Guardian Firewall, Lockdown operates entirely on your device. It is also open source.