I often browse sites like Quora and Yahoo Answers to see if I can contribute and help folks with questions they’ve asked about IP addresses. A vast majority of people want to hide their IP address because they think it will give them anonymity on the internet and keep hackers from hacking their computer. That […]
Keep IP Address Private
How do I prevent someone from getting my IP address? This question seems to be rather popular. There are a few easy ways that you can use keep your IP address private. Which service you use will depend on what your primary function is online. If you are just surfing websites and wish to protect […]
Can Someone Find me with my IP Address?
Someone has my IP address, can they find me? When you connect to the internet through your Internet Service Provider(ISP) you are assigned an IP address. Your IP address is similar to your mailing address, but for your computer, on the internet. While this address is used to route internet traffic to your computer it […]
Proxy Server Detection and Blocking
Why Detect Proxy Servers? Anonymity is readily obtained online. Anyone can hide their identity using a proxy server, a virtual private network, Tor or other anonymity network. Such systems provide a useful service for many users but pose significant challenges for webmasters who need to control access to their websites, know their customers, and fight […]
What Is A VPN?
VPN or Virtual Private Network A VPN or Virtual Private Network is a method used to add security and privacy to private and public networks, like WiFi Hotspots and the Internet. VPNs are most often used by corporations to protect sensitive data. However, using a personal VPN is increasingly becoming more popular as more interactions […]