Articles by Nate Drake

Nate Drake is a tech journalist specializing in cybersecurity and retro tech. He broke out from his cubicle at Apple 6 years ago and now spends his days sipping Earl Grey tea & writing elegant copy.

Articles by: Nate Drake

NordLocker cloud storage review

By Mike Williams last updated 29 June 24

Updated NordLocker is the new kid on the block when it comes to cloud storage security but we put it to the test in this deep-dive.

Internxt cloud storage review

By Craig Hale last updated 29 June 24

Our Internxt review will help you decide if the platform is the right cloud storage solution for you.

pCloud cloud storage review

By Craig Hale last updated 29 June 24

pCloud has a simple to install client tool that does what most users want from a Cloud storage service, and at a price most would be happy to pay.

MacBook Pro 16-inch (2023) in use in a studio

Best laptops for Blender of 2024

By Nate Drake last updated 10 June 24

We test out the best laptops for Blender for creating incredible 3D models and animation on the go.

Best printers for stickers of 2024

By Nate Drake last updated 10 June 24

We test the best printers for stickers from adhesive labels for ecommerce shipping to fun stuff for personal use.

Samsung Odyssey OLED G9 on a desk displaying a game

Largest computer monitors of 2024

By Nate Drake last updated 10 June 24

We compared the largest computer monitors for adding extra screen real-estate to your set-up.

Fastest SSDs of 2024

By Desire Athow last updated 7 June 24

Explore the fastest SSDs - we've tested hundreds of solid-state drives and these are the ones you need for high-speed.

Best free data recovery software of 2025

By Nate Drake last updated 3 June 24

Updated We list the best free data recovery software, to make it simple and easy to recover deleted files and folders without having to pay for software.

Does a VPN slow down your internet? 5 ways to speed up your VPN

By Nate Drake last updated 30 May 24

Wondering if a VPN slows down your internet connection? Explore 5 more ways you can get more speed

Tidio review

By Ioana Andrei last updated 30 May 24

In our Tidio review, we test its chatbot and live chat, and conclude whether it stands out from the helpdesk software crowd.

Microsoft Intune MDM review

By Christian Cawley last updated 21 May 24

Microsoft Intune is available as part of Microsoft Endpoint Manager to help you manage Windows, macOS, iOS, and Android devices.

How to use WhatsApp in China using a VPN

By Jonas P. DeMuro, Alice Marshall last updated 22 February 24

VPN Unable to use WhatsApp? Here's how you can bypass geo-restrictions and stay connected in China with a VPN.

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Best laptop for animation of 2024

By Nate Drake last updated 19 February 24

Looking for the best laptops for animation? We've tested countless machines for creatives and these are our top picks for animators.

15-inch MacBook Air on wooden table at home

Best laptop for accounting of 2024

By Nate Drake last updated 16 February 24

Looking for the best laptops for accounting? We've tested countless machines for business-use and these are our top picks.

Best laptop for SolidWorks of 2024

By Nate Drake last updated 12 February 24

Make sure you've the right hardware for SolidWorks solutions.

Best printers for T-shirts of 2024

By Nate Drake last updated 12 February 24

Explore the best printers for T-shirts - we've tested hundreds of printers and these are the ones you need for high accuracy, fidelity, and resolution.

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Largest microSD cards of 2024

By Nate Drake last updated 7 February 24

Updated Our largest microSD card list will help you find the best microSD card for your needs and budget.

Best trading laptops of 2025

By Nate Drake last updated 6 February 24

TechRadar Pro tests the best laptops for trading - we've reviewed hundreds of laptops and these are the best to buy if you want to play the stock markets.

US Fleet Tracking review

By Jitendra Soni last updated 16 January 24

A good fit for businesses that have limited requirements, but still a solid fleet tracking solution.

A person using a laptop and a person using a mobile phone, near a server

What is a proxy server?

By River Hart last updated 12 January 24

Proxies can boost your digital privacy and speed up your browser—but there are downsides. I'll explain all.

ExpressVPN running on an iPhone being held up in a hand

What is VPN on iPhone?

By River Hart last updated 12 January 24

Discover how an iPhone VPN can help you stay safe online—even with Apple's iOS built-in protections.

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How to change location and IP address with a VPN

By River Hart last updated 12 January 24

VPN Want to know how to change your location and IP address? Online geo-spoofing is easy with a VPN—I'll walk you through the process.

Illustration of a man holding a laptop stood near DNS servers

What is DNS and how does it work?

By Mike Williams, Nate Drake last updated 11 January 24

VPN The Domain Name System (DNS) is a key web technology, affecting everything from performance to privacy to whether you can access Netflix. But what is it and how does it work?