

I’ve set up and managed a good number of office networks, an internet cafe, and our own home network. The time to defend yourself is now-don’t wait until after you’re attacked. Over that time I’ve watched security, and especially online security, become a crucial issue.

I’m Adrian Try, and I’ve been using computers since the 80s and the internet since the 90s. But they’re a good first line of defense against those who want to track your online behavior and spy on your data. VPNs aren’t perfect, and there’s no way to absolutely ensure privacy on the internet. There isn’t a trial version, but Nord offers a 30-day money-back guarantee in case it doesn’t suit you. I recommend that you download from the developer, or you’ll miss out on some of the better features. You can download NordVPN from the developer’s website, or (if you’re a Mac user) from the Mac App Store. If you pay three years in advance, the monthly cost is just $2.99/month, which is quite affordable. One subscription covers up to six devices and costs less than other comparable services: $11.95/month, $83.88/year, $95.75/2 years, $107.55/3 years. They offer apps for Windows, Mac, Android (including Android TV), iOS and Linux, and also browser extensions for Firefox and Chrome, so you can use it everywhere. With just one app you avoid man-in-the-middle attacks, bypass online censorship, hinder the tracking of advertisers, become invisible to hackers and the NSA, and enjoy a wider variety of streaming services. If you could do just one thing to increase your online security, I’d recommend using a VPN (“Virtual Private Network”).
