Monthly Archives: April 2025

Proxy Through SSH Tunnel

Posted by on April 10, 2025 No comments

For occasional VPN or proxy, you do not always need to pay for a reliable VPN service.
In many workplaces or restricted networks, VPN services are blocked altogether. However, one port is often left open – the SSH port (port 22). With this, you can tunnel your traffic securely and bypass content filtering, geo-restrictions, or just mask your IP using a simple SSH tunnel.

In this post, we’ll cover:

  • What SSH tunneling is
  • How to create a proxy using SSH tunnel
  • How to use Chrome with the tunnel
  • Some free SSH server providers
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Unlocking the Power of Time Machine: The Easiest Way to Back Up Your Mac

Posted by on April 10, 2025 No comments

When it comes to protecting your Mac, Time Machine offers an effortless and powerful way to keep your files safe. This built-in backup tool for macOS is not only reliable but incredibly easy to use — perfect for both tech novices and power users alike.

What Is Time Machine?

Time Machine is macOS’s built-in backup feature that automatically backs up your entire system — including:

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Block Advertisements on iPhones or any iOS Devices

Posted by on April 8, 2025 No comments

In today’s mobile-first world, ads can be intrusive and slow down your browsing experience. Whether you’re reading an article or playing a game, advertisements seem to pop up everywhere on iOS. Thankfully, you can block these ads using various methods — including Safari extensions, VPN apps with ad-blocking features, and DNS-based solutions.

Here’s a comprehensive guide to the latest and most effective methods to block ads on iOS devices:

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Best DNS for Speed and Privacy (A Guide)

Posted by on April 8, 2025 No comments

When it comes to faster browsing and stronger privacy, or minimising latency, switching to a better DNS (Domain Name System) provider can make a noticeable difference. Whether you’re a gamer, a privacy advocate, or just looking for a more reliable internet experience, a good DNS can be a game-changer.

Here’s a rundown of the most popular DNS services in 2025, ordered by popularity and effectiveness, with IPs, features, and facts for each.

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Your Smart TV Is Watching You—Here’s How to Make It Stop

Posted by on April 6, 2025 No comments

Disable ACR for some privacy.

In the age of smart everything, it’s easy to forget that your TV might be doing more than just streaming your favorite shows. Behind the scenes, it’s probably keeping tabs on what you’re watching—and using that data to feed you targeted ads. Sound invasive? That’s because it is.

But there’s a way to take back control: it’s time to turn off ACR.

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Fastest way To Book IRCTC tickets Tatkal Or Opening Date

Posted by on April 6, 2025 No comments

I find the IRCTC app much faster. Once you load the master list during a session, it stays cached—no repeated server calls. Also, unless it’s changed recently, the master list doesn’t show up on the desktop site during Tatkal hours.

So here’s what I usually do:

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