Zephin Livingston

Seattle

Professional writerperson for @eWeekNews, @esecurityplanet, @WIRED, and elsewhere. FGC nerd for Tekken, Street Fighter, and others. Opinions mine. Any pronouns.

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Best Antivirus For iPhone – Forbes Advisor

Nov 3, 2024 | forbes.com | Zephin Livingston

Despite their reputation for security, even iPhones can use a little protection from time to time. Find the best antiviruses for iPhones here.
Comparing Antivirus Software 2025: Avast vs. AVG

Oct 29, 2024 | esecurityplanet.com | Zephin Livingston

Compare Avast and AVG antivirus software. We assess features like malware detection, real-time protection, pricing, customer support, and more.
Compare Antivirus Software 2025: Bitdefender vs ESET

Oct 18, 2024 | esecurityplanet.com | Zephin Livingston

Compare Bitdefender and ESET antivirus software. We assess features like malware detection, real-time protection, pricing, customer support, and more.
10 Best Antivirus Software Of 2024

Sep 28, 2024 | forbes.com | Zephin Livingston |Rachel Williams |Howard Poston

Price $19 for the first year Built-In Internet Security Yes iOS & Android Protection Yes Price $29.99 your first year The Best Antivirus Software of 2024 Bitdefender: Best overall Avira: Best value for your money AVG: Best for solopreneurs McAfee: Best for multi-device protection Malwarebytes: Best for real-time protection Avast: Best for remote workers F-Secure: Best for plan customization G DATA: Best for comprehensive features Trend Micro: Best for phishing protection ESET: Best for...
10 Best VPN Services of 2024 – Forbes Advisor

Jul 2, 2024 | forbes.com | Zephin Livingston |Cassie Bottorff

We've researched and tested the best VPN services available today to help you choose the best option for your needs. Here are our top picks in 2024.
10 Fastest VPNs Of 2024 – Forbes Advisor

May 31, 2024 | forbes.com | Zephin Livingston

Discover the top 10 fastest VPNs of 2024. Enhance your online security and browsing speed with these reliable and tested VPN services.
Best Business VPN In Canada For May 2024

May 20, 2024 | forbes.com | Kathy Haan |Zephin Livingston |Aaron Broverman

There’s a lot to consider when buying any new software or service for your business, but there are usually green flags to look for and red flags to avoid. In the case of business VPNs, essential features such as split tunnelling, dedicated IP addresses and a large number of server locations are signs that a VPN might be right for you. Other factors such as ease of use, security and the VPN provider’s location are also worth considering when selecting a VPN.
AVG Antivirus Review 2024

Apr 29, 2024 | forbes.com | Zephin Livingston |Laura Howard

AVG Internet Security provides a solid package of malware and web defence features, such as a firewall, password protection and phishing protection. While we’ll only be reviewing the standard Internet Security plan, AVG also offers business-focused plans and add-ons such as patch management, SharePoint protection and a cloud management console.
IVPN Review 2024: Features, Pros And Cons

Apr 10, 2024 | forbes.com | Rob Watts |Zephin Livingston

Our Verdict Based out of Gibraltar, IVPN is one of the best privacy-focused virtual private networks (VPNs) on the market. While it falls just outside of our Top 10 Best VPN rankings, this is not due to a lack of quality on its part. With regular, transparent independent audits and features, such as an effective Anti-Tracker Mode, IVPN is one of the most secure VPNs out there. We looked at everything IVPN has to offer to help you determine if it’s right for you.
Atlas VPN Review 2024: Features, Pros And Cons

Mar 12, 2024 | forbes.com | Zephin Livingston |Laura Howard

Atlas VPN is a “freemium” VPN provider with a simple, readable interface and an impressive pedigree, being owned by the same company that owns NordVPN and Surfshark. These traits, coupled with the presence of multi-hop servers and unlimited simultaneous connections, make it a tempting choice for an affordable VPN.