As Uganda approaches its general elections, internet restrictions have prompted a surge in virtual private network usage among citizens. Authorities imposed a public internet suspension two days before the presidential vote, leading to an immediate spike in VPN searches. Proton VPN reported an astonishing 8,000% increase in signups from Uganda within a single hour on Tuesday. This dramatic...

Netflix's TV Recommendation Program Celebrates First Anniversary Last spring, Netflix unveiled its innovative "Netflix Recommended TV" certification program across the United States. This initiative was developed in direct response to subscriber feedback requesting smart televisions with enhanced user-friendliness, more streamlined access to frequently used features, and improved overall...

In July, the Netflix ISP Speed Index revealed notable changes across various regions, highlighting shifts in internet providers' ability to deliver optimal streaming experiences during prime time. In South America, Movistar in Chile made significant progress, climbing from the bottom of the rankings to the fifth position, with average speeds increasing from 1.73 Mbps in June to 2.45 Mbps....

The latest Valorant update, patch 12.00, introduces a host of exciting changes aimed at revitalizing gameplay and balancing the competitive landscape. Among the highlights are a new weapon, the Bandit, and comprehensive agent overhauls, alongside significant map adjustments and a reshuffled map pool. Agent adjustments focus on several key characters including Breach, Brimstone, Tejo, and...

Microsoft Releases Emergency Patch for Internet Explorer Security Vulnerability Microsoft has swiftly released an out-of-band security update for Internet Explorer browsers today, following through on yesterday's promise. This critical patch addresses vulnerabilities in IE6, IE7, and IE8, with update packages now available through Windows Update or direct download. According to Jerry Bryant,...