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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

Dashlane: The best password manager with a bundled VPN
Software

Dashlane is easy to get along with, and the VPN makes it a better deal than its commercial rivals

£29 approx. yearly cost for individual premium plan
1Password review: A top-security password manager
Internet security

A great choice for the paranoid, with bonus points for families and travellers

£27 inc VAT
Devolo Magic 1 WiFi: Perfect for the Wi-Fi-unfriendly home
Home office Wireless routers

The most versatile powerline networking kit we've ever encountered – and it also packs a performance punch

£127 inc VAT
How to set up a VPN on your router
VPNs

We'll show you how to set up a VPN on your router to guarantee privacy and security on all your home devices

Linksys Velop Dual-Band: A middling mesh Wi-Fi system
Home office Wireless routers

Linksys shrinks the size and the price of its Velop mesh Wi-Fi system, but can the Velop Dual-Band keep up on the performance front?

£220 inc VAT
Netgear Orbi Dual-Band: The fastest affordable mesh system
Home office Wireless routers

If you need a Wi-Fi boost on a budget, this solid and user-friendly mesh kit hits the spot very nicely

£140 inc VAT
Honor Router 3: A Wi-Fi 6 router that’s smart and stylish
Home office Wireless routers

A likeable, practical router that performs well and delivers Wi-Fi 6 on the cheap. What's not to like?

£72 inc VAT
Asus ZenWiFi AC: Boxy but brilliant
Home office Wireless routers

An imposing mesh Wi-Fi system that's insanely fast and loaded with high-end features

£280 inv VAT
D-Link EXO AC2600 review: A simple, affordable router
Home office Wireless routers

It's not very fast or stuffed with features, but the EXO is an affordable router that does everything you need

£125 inc VAT
Tenda A15 AC750 review: Small, but mighty
Home office Wireless routers

The AC750 is the smallest and cheapest Wi-Fi extender we've ever seen – and it's rather impressive

£22 inc VAT