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Paul Bischoff

Paul is Comparitech’s editor and a regular commentator on cyber security and privacy topics in national and international media including New York Times, BBC, Forbes, The Guardian and many others. He's been writing about the tech industry since 2012 for publications like Tech in Asia, Mashable, and various startup blogs.

Paul has an in-depth knowledge of VPNs, having been an early adopter while looking to access the open internet during this time in China.

He previously worked in Beijing as an editor for Tech in Asia, and has been writing and reporting on technology for the last decade. He has also volunteered as a teacher for older adults learning basic tech literacy and cyber awareness. You can find him on Twitter at @pabischoff.

Articles by Paul

Tomato is a free, open-source firmware for wifi routers created to replace the stock firmware and unlock a router's full potential. We reveal the best VPNs for Tomato routers, plus explain how to set-up your VPN. 
By Paul Bischoff in VPN & Privacy on July 23, 2024
Trying to watch Netflix US in Germany? We show you how to watch American Netflix while traveling abroad using a VPN. Plus we list the best VPNs for the job and some common troubleshooting tips.
By Paul Bischoff in VPN & Privacy on August 9, 2024
Netflix users in Ireland get access to a smaller selection of content than those in the US. We'll show you how to regain access to American Netflix while traveling in Ireland with a VPN.
By Paul Bischoff in VPN & Privacy on August 30, 2023
36% of Twitter users are less likely to believe news shared on Twitter now than two years ago, and n
By Paul Bischoff in VPN & Privacy on August 2, 2018
Most laptop owners don't realize that their computers are capable of broadcasting their own wifi hotspots. Similar to setting up a wifi hotspot on your smartphone, a virtual router allows you to share your internet connection with other nearby devices.
By Paul Bischoff in VPN & Privacy on December 13, 2021
Laws governing online privacy in the US vary widely from state to state. We evaluated each and every
By Paul Bischoff in Privacy Studies on January 9, 2023
Looking for the best VPN to use in Egypt? We reveal the best VPNs for Egypt so you can unblock websites, social media, and apps, including Skype, Facebook Messenger, FaceTime, and WhatsApp.
By Paul Bischoff in VPN & Privacy on April 26, 2024
Want to stream safely or access your usual streaming services from abroad? We take you through a step-by-step guide to downloading NordVPN on an Amazon Firestick or Fire TV.
By Paul Bischoff in VPN & Privacy on August 16, 2024
If you're looking to securely access Netflix France while traveling abroad, you're in the right place. We explain the simple steps to setting up a VPN so you can watch French Netflix from anywhere.
By Paul Bischoff in VPN & Privacy on July 25, 2024
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