Ian Garland

Ian Garland

Ian Garland is a distinguished author and cybersecurity expert, boasting over six years of dedicated service as a writer and editor for Comparitech.com. His expertise primarily focuses on privacy, VPN testing and evaluation, and exploring the unique online challenges faced by internet users around the world. His work offers insightful analysis into both emerging and established VPN services, underlining his deep understanding of the digital security landscape.

Holding a first-class Bachelor's degree in Computing from the University of the Highlands and Islands, Ian has established himself as a prominent voice in the field of online security. His insights and analyses have been featured across prestigious platforms including The Gazette, the RSA Cybersecurity Conference blog, RTInsights, Circuit Magazine, and Security Boulevard. His work goes beyond mere reporting, delving into critical examinations of the ever-evolving cyber world.

Outside his professional life, Ian maintains a keen interest in the streaming universe, particularly keeping abreast of the latest developments in the Kodi community. His passion for technology extends into personal projects, where he hones his coding skills. A lover of science fiction, Ian often immerses himself in sci-fi literature, reflecting his fascination with the future and the unknown realms of the digital universe.

Articles by Ian

Looking to buy a Virtual Private Network (VPN) but not sure which one is right for you? We’ve created a simple, side-by-side comparison for two popular services, NordVPN and ProtonVPN. 
By Ian Garland in VPN & Privacy on January 16, 2024
Hoping to install a VPN on your Super Hub? We explain how to set up a VPN on your Virgin Media connection and also reveal the fastest, safest, and best VPNs for Virgin internet. 
By Ian Garland in VPN & Privacy on July 4, 2023
Trying to decide which Virtual Private Network (VPN) to use? We’ve compared two providers, ExpressVPN and ProtonVPN, listing all of their features, strengths, and weaknesses.
By Ian Garland in VPN & Privacy on January 12, 2024
Looking to stream CBC from abroad? Normally, this service is blocked outside of Canada but we’ll explain how you can watch CBC and CBC Gem while traveling abroad. 
By Ian Garland in VPN & Privacy on July 19, 2023
Struggling to choose between Surfshark and IPVanish? To make your decision easier, we’ll list exactly what these VPNs have to offer, how they can help you, and let you know which one comes out on top. 
By Ian Garland in VPN & Privacy on January 11, 2024
Hoping to stream SportsMax while away from home? This service isn’t available everywhere, but we have a workaround. We’ll explain how to keep watching SportsMax abroad with a VPN.
By Ian Garland in VPN & Privacy on October 20, 2023
Having trouble getting your VPN to work with Netflix? We explain why and provide possible solutions to Netflix problems so you can stream securely from anywhere in the world. 
By Ian Garland in VPN & Privacy on January 5, 2024
Want to switch Netflix libraries? We explain how to change your Netflix location and the best VPNs to use so that you can access your usual content while visiting the US (or anywhere else).
By Ian Garland in VPN & Privacy on February 23, 2022
If you’re looking to improve your online privacy, you might want to consider spoofing your location with a VPN. Below, we’ll explain how to change location and recommend some of the best VPNs for the job.
By Ian Garland in VPN & Privacy on December 15, 2021
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