Author: Aleksander Hougen

Feed: Cloudwards. Author: Aleksander Hougen; If you’re looking for a robust but simple cloud storage service to help you organize and store personal files, there are a lot of providers that would be overkill, with advanced features and complicated pricing structures. This list of the best cloud storage for personal use looks past all that to help you find something dependable and easy to use that won’t cost an arm and a leg. Key Takeaways: Sync.com, pCloud and Icedrive are the top three cloud storage providers for personal use as they offer affordable plans and accessible software without compromising on ... Read More

Feed: Cloudwards. Author: Aleksander Hougen; With the growth of the internet in the past two decades, cyber risks like social engineering attacks, data breaches and cyber extortion (i.e. ransomware) have also grown exponentially. Because of this, many insurance carriers now offer dedicated cyber coverage policies. Keep reading to learn everything you need to know about cyber insurance. Key Takeaways: Cyber insurance is crucial for any business, especially those that handle confidential or sensitive data.Private individuals generally don’t need a dedicated cyber insurance policy, though individuals with a specific cyber risk might want to consider getting a policy.Cyber insurance covers things ... Read More

Feed: Cloudwards. Author: Aleksander Hougen; If you follow breaking news in the tech sector, chances are you’ve heard about the NordVPN and Surfshark merger under the former’s parent company, Nord Security. Although the services will retain their separate infrastructures, it’s clear that with this move Nord is looking to become a privacy powerhouse. Key Takeaways: Nord Security announced in February 2022 that it will be merging with Surfshark — another VPN service — following months of negotiation.The VPN services will remain functionally independent and retain their own products, but will share technical knowledge.This move isn’t completely unexpected, as other popular ... Read More

Feed: Cloudwards. Author: Aleksander Hougen; Despite how crucial the internet has become to modern life, there are still plenty of people who either have no access to it or deal with glacial speeds. We’ve gathered 14 of the most interesting internet speed statistics, as well as trends relating to availability and technology types, for you to get the best picture possible of the state of the internet. Key Takeaways: Internet speeds are increasing rapidly across the world, especially in wealthier countries.Hundreds of millions of internet users are added globally each year, with a majority of the world population now online.There ... Read More

Feed: Cloudwards. Author: Aleksander Hougen; As time has gone on, Amazon’s hardware offerings have only gotten more confusing. There are Kindle e-readers, the defunct Kindle Fire and its successor the Amazon Fire Tablet. In this Amazon tablet comparison, we’ll compare the different models and units to help you figure out which is the best fit for you. Key Takeaways: The Amazon Fire HD 10 is a great tablet for browsing the web or watching movies if you’re looking for something on the cheaper side.If you need extra RAM on your tablet (to play games, for example) or wireless charging, consider ... Read More

Feed: Cloudwards. Author: Aleksander Hougen; If you’re shopping around for a new ISP, it can be difficult to understand the different internet plan options that providers have on offer. DSL is the most widely available, but also the slowest. That leaves fiber vs cable internet, both of which can be good options depending on how much bandwidth you need and what’s available in your area. Key Takeaways: Fiber is the fastest and most stable type of broadband internet connection, but it’s not widely available.Cable internet connections also have relatively high speeds that will satisfy users that only need an internet ... Read More

Feed: Cloudwards. Author: Aleksander Hougen; If you’re experiencing poor internet speeds, you might be considering an upgrade. However, what is a good internet speed and how much is enough for your needs? We’ll help you understand what a good internet speed is for various bandwidth-intensive activities so you can get the internet plan that best suits your needs. The exact answer to that question will largely depend on what you use your connection for. As an example, if all you do is browse the web and stream music, you probably don’t need much more than 15 Mbps. However, if you ... Read More

Feed: Cloudwards. Author: Aleksander Hougen; In certain cases, ISP-specific issues might be slowing down your connection. If this is happening to you, masking what type of traffic you’re sending can circumvent these problems. So, does a VPN help with internet speed? Generally, no, but there are some notable exceptions. Key Takeaways: In most cases, you’ll see a slight speed drop in your internet connection when you connect to a VPN. If your ISP is throttling certain types of traffic or has poor peering with other networks, the opposite can be true.If your VPN is drastically reducing your bandwidth, try changing the ... Read More

Feed: Cloudwards. Author: Aleksander Hougen; Figuring out exactly what you get for your money and the value of different online backup services requires a lot of research. Whether you’re confused about unlimited vs limited storage or wondering what cloud backup solution gets you the most storage for the least amount of money, this online backup pricing guide will make it all clear. Key Takeaways: IDrive is by far the best deal among cloud backup services if five or 10 terabytes is enough for your needs.Backblaze and Carbonite are the cheapest unlimited storage providers, but they lack the features of IDrive ... Read More

Feed: Cloudwards. Author: Aleksander Hougen; Amazon is by far the largest e-book retailer in the world, so it’s not surprising that it would have a proprietary Kindle format for e-books sold through its store and read on its e-book readers. If you’re buying books for your Kindle from any other e-book retailers, you’ll need to know the differences between EPUB vs MOBI files and how to convert them. Key Takeaways: EPUB is the most widely accepted and functional e-book format. MOBI and AZW3 are Amazon’s proprietary formats used for Kindle devices.If possible, you should always leave books in the format ... Read More