Rob Dunne

Rob Dunne

VPN Editor

Rob is VPN Editor for TechRadar. Coming from a background in phones and technology, Rob has long been putting himself, and his data, online. Finding out the easy, and hard, ways to stay secure online is something that has come along the way – not without being victim to a number of nasty data breaches that is.

Using his experiences and broader knowledge of the technology world, Rob strives to provide the latest ways to stay secure and private online. Whether that be simple steps such as two-factor authentication and password management, or more advanced options such as setting up VPNs, alternative online aliases and more.

In an ever-busy life outside of work, Rob is constantly engaging in tech across areas such as fitness and smart wearables to help him with his continuous work in the gym or on the tennis court, as well as keeping up to date on the latest in the gaming industry with the latest releases across PC and console a constant release from day to day life.

To share a story or tip, email robert.dunne@futurenet.com

Articles by: Rob Dunne

Kaspersky Antivirus is banned in the US – here are 3 superb alternatives

By Rob Dunne published

With Kaspersky now banned in the US, we've delved into where you can find some of the best alternatives, sometimes even for a fraction of the cost.

VPN area rug-pull or service outage

Did VPNArea just pull the rug on its customers?

By Rob Dunne published

Breaking With users unable to log in and its website down, customers fear VPNArea just cut and run.

Netflix app on a smart TV

How to unblock Netflix with a Smart TV

By Krishi Chowdhary published

Using a VPN is a potent way to get around Netflix's geo-blocks on your smart TV. Read our in-depth guide with step-by-step instructions to learn how.

Surfshark running on a Windows laptop

How to use the Surfshark Chrome extension

By Rob Dunne published

How to keep your online activity secure using Surfshark's browser extension

Surfshark running on a Windows laptop

How to download Surfshark on Windows

By Rob Dunne published

Surf's up Looking to secure your Windows PC with a VPN? Here's everything you need to use Surfshark on your computer.

Surfshark

The best cheap VPN just got even cheaper—with up to 86% off

By Rob Dunne published

The latest offer from Surfshark is not only a whopping 86% off, but it's also exclusive to TechRadar readers

HP Chromebook showing the Steam store page for Half-Life 2

Steam just got banned in Vietnam – but a VPN is a quick fix

By Rob Dunne published

In recent days, Vietnam has seen gaming service Steam become inaccessible after a long-existent piece of legislation was finally put into force.

An explosion in a large body of water

VPNs aren't broken – TunnelVision attack is being sensationalized

By Rob Dunne published

Don't panic TunnelVision is far less serious a threat than it's being made out to be. I spoke with VPN experts to find out why you shouldn't worry about it.

Master Sol speaks to a number of seated Younglings at the Jedi Temple on Coruscant in Star Wars: The Acolyte

I'm a Star Wars expert – here are 3 things I want to see from Star Wars: The Acolyte

By Rob Dunne published

Disney's next live-action Star Wars venture isn't so far far away. Here's everything I want to see included in the upcoming series.

Jude Law's character pulls his hood up next to a pillar in Star Wars: Skeleton Crew

Star Wars: Skeleton Crew isn't out on Disney Plus yet, but it's already got a lot of convincing to do

By Rob Dunne published

I'm very sceptical about the role that one of 2024's new Star Wars shows might play in the post-Return of the Jedi timeline.

Xiaomi 13T Pro in Blue

Xiaomi 13T Pro review: a unique taste of flagship values

By Rob Dunne published

The Xiaomi 13T Pro stands as a proud middleman in Xiaomi's smartphone range and proves just how unique a phone can be whilst retaining the flagship experience we all crave.

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