Articles by Olivia Powell, Commissioning Editor for Tech Software

Olivia joined TechRadar in October 2023 as part of the core Future Tech Software team, and is the Commissioning Editor for Tech Software. With a background in cybersecurity, Olivia stays up-to-date with all things cyber and creates content across across sites including TechRadar Pro, TechRadar, Tom’s Guide, iMore, Windows Central, PC Gamer and Games Radar.

After graduating with a degree in English Literature from the University of Exeter, Olivia got her official start in journalism writing magazines for the events industry, writing for Exhibition News, Conference News, All Access, Exhibition World and Conference and Meeting World both in print and online. After this, she delved into the world of customer experience at CX Network, then the cybersecurity sector when she became Editor in Chief for Cyber Security Hub. This saw her create content from webinars to blogs to research reports on all things cyber before finally ending up at Tom's Guide.

Olivia was also shortlisted for Security Serious' Unsung Heroes award in the Cyber Writer category.

When not writing about the latest in tech software, Olivia can be found reading mystery novels, watching the X-Files or doing valuable research in her quest to find the best Italian restaurant in London.

Articles by: Olivia Powell

Best free VPN for iPhone

By Olivia Powell published 22 March 24

Best iPhone VPN Protecting yourself online on an iPhone doesn't have to cost you anything. Use the best free iPhone VPNs to secure your online presence—and get reliable unblocking as a bonus.

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The British Library suffered a cyber attack last year—here’s why it was so impactful

By Olivia Powell published 21 March 24

Exploring the lessons we can learn from the large-scale ransomware attack launched at the British Library

3 ways a VPN can help you get the most out of your iPhone

By Olivia Powell published 15 February 24

Best iPhone VPN A VPN on your iPhone will not only keep you anonymous on the internet but also block geo-restricted content and pesky ads, and help you bypass internet censorship.

Why every family should have a VPN

By Olivia Powell published 9 February 24

Protecting your loved ones VPNs allow you and your family members to browse anonymously, keep their data private, access geo-blocked content, and save money on online shopping.

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Organizations keep making data protection mistakes—what this means for you

By Olivia Powell last updated 19 February 24

Data protection Misconfigured cloud storage servers and software have been responsible for numerous large-scale data breaches.

Why you shouldn’t use an unsecured Wi-Fi network

By Olivia Powell published 8 February 24

Cybersecurity Using public Wi-Fi can lead to hackers stealing your data, infecting your device with malware and more - here's how to stop them

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The best VPN for Iran

By Olivia Powell published 7 February 24

Best VPN A VPN for Iran will allow you to evade the government's censorship of the internet and stay protected from prying eyes

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The biggest password mistakes to avoid making

By Olivia Powell published 7 February 24

Cybersecurity The most common password mistakes, the consequences of making them, and how to avoid them in the future

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Why you should always change your logins after a data breach

By Olivia Powell published 2 February 24

Cyber security A guide to credential stuffing attacks, their risks and how to avoid them

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The best software to protect your new computer

By Olivia Powell published 26 January 24

Cyber security Dodge hackers and data harvesters by decking your new computer out with the best VPN, best antivirus, and best password manager.

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That Google Ad you click could be dangerous—here’s why

By Olivia Powell published 18 January 24

Cybersecurity Why hackers use Google Ads to spread malware and how you can avoid it

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The top 3 ways to protect your new devices online

By Olivia Powell published 14 January 24

Updated TechRadar's experts have compiled a list of the top 3 VPNs, antivirus software, and password managers for securing your new device from cyber-attacks and other online threats

How to protect your child online

By Olivia Powell published 8 January 24

Cybersecurity TechRadar's experts have compiled a list of the top 3 VPNs, antivirus software, password managers, and parental control apps for protecting your child online

How to protect your child on their new phone

By Olivia Powell published 5 January 24

Cybersecurity TechRadar's experts have compiled a list of the top 3 VPNs, antivirus software, password managers, and parental control apps for securing your child's new phone

How to protect your child on their new computer

By Olivia Powell published 2 January 24

Updated TechRadar's experts have compiled a list of the top 3 VPNs, antivirus software, password managers, and parental control apps for securing your child's new computer

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How to protect your new laptop

By Olivia Powell published 2 January 24

Updated Our experts have put together a list of the top 3 VPNs, antivirus software, and password managers for securing your new laptop

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How to protect your new Xbox

By River Hart published 1 January 24

Manage to bag an Xbox for Christmas? Here's everything you need to know about keeping your console, and your personal info, nice and secure.

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How to protect your child on their new tablet

By Olivia Powell published 31 December 23

Protect your child Why using a VPN, antivirus, parental control apps and antivirus can help protect your child's tablet

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How to protect your new PlayStation with a VPN

By Chiara Castro published 30 December 23

VPN Say goodbye to loss of latency, geo-restrictions and DDoS attacks by using a reliable VPN with your PlayStation. Here's all you need to know to get started.

How to protect your new devices (and yourself)

By Olivia Powell published 28 December 23

Updated Our experts have put together a list of the top 3 VPNs, antivirus software, and password managers for securing your device

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Got a brand-new tablet? Here's how to protect it

By Olivia Powell published 27 December 23

Updated TechRadar's experts have compiled a list of the top 3 VPNs, antivirus software, and password managers for securing your new tablet

Got a new phone for Christmas? Here's how to protect it

By Olivia Powell published 26 December 23

Updated TechRadar's experts have compiled a list of the top 3 VPNs, antivirus software, and password managers for securing your new phone

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The hidden cyber security risks of smart devices

By Olivia Powell published 25 December 23

cyber security The risks smart devices pose to cyber security - and what you can do to overcome them

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Why you should think twice before scanning QR Codes

By Olivia Powell published 24 December 23

cyber security How cyber criminials are using QR codes to steal data, spread malware and more

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How to protect your child on their new laptop

By Olivia Powell last updated 9 January 24

protect your child The software you need to install to protect your child's laptop