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Darien Graham-Smith

A lifelong technology enthusiast, Darien is a regular contributor to both Expert Reviews and PC Pro magazine, specialising in wireless networking, internet security and other technical topics. He also contributes to and produces the weekly PC Pro podcast, and has made occasional appearances on BBC News and Open University programming. In his spare time he dabbles in audio production, and plays guitar, bass and drums with the enthusiasm of a committed amateur.

Recent articles by Darien Graham-Smith

CyberGhost VPN Review: User-Friendliness Over Speed
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It’s not the fastest VPN around, but CyberGhost has an innovative interface, strong security features, and cheap long-term pricing

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$2.03 /mth, 28 month subscription
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Best VPN 2025: Tried and Tested VPNs
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We've been busy testing, benchmarking, and comparing the latest VPNs from every major player to help you choose one suited to your needs

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Hotspot Shield Review: A Fast, Fully Featured VPN
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It’s not perfect for privacy, but Hotspot Shield is easy to use and fast enough to impress

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$7.99 /mth, 12 month subscription
ExpressVPN Review: A User-Friendly VPN
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ExpressVPN isn’t the cheapest or the fastest, but it’s secure, easy to use, and excellent for video streaming

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$6.66 /mth, 15-month subscription
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NordVPN Review: An Excellent VPN
VPNs

An all-round superb VPN for speed and security, despite a few stumbles with streaming services

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$3.09 Starting from, Basic plan