Author: Jacob Roach

Feed: Cloudwards. Author: Jacob Roach; Cloud gaming is one of the most exciting innovations in recent years. The idea of playing games that would normally require a high-powered, expensive gaming PC on any device is appealing, even if it’s a bit of a pipe dream. Although the advertising for cloud gaming lands on the hyperbolic side of things, some of the claims are true.  In this guide, we’re going to explore the best cloud gaming services that deliver on the promises they set forth. Using the criteria in our cloud gaming reviews, we tracked down the top three services in ... Read More

Feed: Cloudwards. Author: Jacob Roach; Over the past few years, the VPN market has grown immensely, with exponential growth projected in the early 2020’s. It’s clear that the market is growing, too, with VPN companies springing up left and right (we’ve reviewed around 60 already). To sort through the mess, here’s our guide to the best VPN services currently available.  We’ve taken the top 10 options from our VPN reviews, and along the way, we’ll explain why we like each. Additionally, we’ve compiled some information about why you should use a VPN, as well as how we rate VPN services ... Read More

Feed: Cloudwards. Author: Jacob Roach; Tutanota and ProtonMail are our two top-rated services when it comes to encrypted email. They’re neck and neck in our roundup of the most secure email providers, and it’s easy to see why. Both offer excellent free plans, they’re packed to the brim with features and, above all else, they’ll keep your messages safe.  In this Tutanota vs ProtonMail comparison, though, we’re going to find which is the better option between the two. From security and privacy to ease of use and customer service, we’re going to compare these two encrypted email service point-by-point.  If ... Read More

Feed: Cloudwards. Author: Jacob Roach; When it comes to Netflix, there are few services that work as well as CyberGhost. Not only does CyberGhost work with Netflix, but it’s also rated on our top VPNs and best VPN for Netflix lists. From signing up to replacing your IP address, here’s how to watch Netflix with CyberGhost.  Although CyberGhost is one of the top VPN services for the task, there are alternatives. Our favorite is ExpressVPN, which took down CyberGhost in our head-to-head matchup. You can learn more about this VPN in our ExpressVPN review or, if you want to give ... Read More

Feed: Cloudwards. Author: Jacob Roach; NordVPN is one of the best VPN services around, going toe to toe with our top dog, ExpressVPN (read our ExpressVPN review). It’s easy to see why, too. This VPN has some of the fastest speeds we’ve seen, along with top-notch security. Even with that, though, another VPN may be right for you. In this guide, we’re going to show you how to cancel NordVPN and get your refund.  Whether you’re unhappy with the VPN because of connection problems or something else, here’s how to take advantage of the 30-day money-back guarantee. If you’re still ... Read More

Feed: Cloudwards. Author: Jacob Roach; Over the past year, ExpressVPN has been hard at work on a new protocol: Lightway. Boasting faster speeds, better handling of network changes and modern encryption options, Lightway looks like the VPN protocol the market has desperately been looking for. Although it’s still in beta, we took Lightway out for a spin to give you some initial impressions.  For some context, ExpressVPN is the best VPN service we’ve tested, as well as the fastest. Over the past few months, though, it’s fallen behind other services boasting impressive, proprietary protocols, such as NordVPN’s NordLynx. Lightway looks ... Read More

Feed: Cloudwards. Author: Jacob Roach; NordVPN is easily one of the best VPN services around, going toe-to-toe with ExpressVPN in a host of our guides, including our best VPN for torrenting and best VPN for Netflix guides. As you can see in our NordVPN review, though, even this VPN is not above connection issues, which plague nearly all VPN services. In this guide, we’re going to help you solve why NordVPN is not connecting. If you want to learn more about this service, make sure to read our guides on if NordVPN works in China, as well as if NordVPN ... Read More

Feed: Cloudwards. Author: Jacob Roach; Of the many reasons to use ExpressVPN, torrenting is near the top. In addition to being our pick for the best VPN, ExpressVPN ranks as the best VPN for torrenting. In this guide, we’re going to show you why ExpressVPN is a great VPN for downloading torrents, as well as why you should use a VPN when downloading torrents.  Before diving in, keep in mind that although torrenting is not illegal, torrenting copyrighted content is. It’s essential that you only download when you have VPN protection, as exposing your IP address without a VPN service ... Read More

Feed: Cloudwards. Author: Jacob Roach; Here at Cloudwards.net, we talk a lot about the best virtual private network services on the market. From guides on the best VPN for Hulu to the best VPN for Nepal, we’ve run the gamut about which services to use for various situations. In this guide, we’re taking a different approach, talking about if VPNs work and the limitations that come into play while using one.  If you’d rather not deal with the nuts and bolts, just head over to our ExpressVPN review. Over the years, we’ve tested ExpressVPN countless times, and in every evaluation, ... Read More

Feed: Cloudwards. Author: Jacob Roach; A virtual private network (VPN) is essential in protecting your online security. We know it, most other outlets know it, and if you landed on this article, you probably know it, too. How secure are VPNs when they’re put under the microscope, though? In this guide, we’re going to answer that question.  We’re going to talk about how a VPN can secure your connection, as well as how far that security reaches. The point of our exploration into this topic isn’t to sell you on a VPN. Rather, it’s to give you a better understanding ... Read More