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Don't worry - Alexander Isak is COMING
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CNET
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- CNET
To Bundle or Not to Bundle: Your Guide to VPNs and Other Cybersecurity Service Packages
Even though VPN bundle subscriptions have been around for a few years now, the trend is showing no signs of slowing down. A handful of the companies we've traditionally thought of as 'VPN companies' are becoming much more than just VPN companies. They're essentially rebranding as comprehensive cybersecurity solutions -- a one-stop shop to cover all of your online privacy and security needs. But there's an abundance of bundles, and it can sometimes be challenging to tell which ones offer the services you need at a good value for comprehensive cybersecurity protection. Ultimately, it comes down to your specific use and needs, as well as your budget. I've spent a decade reviewing VPNs, specifically, and have dabbled in reviews of other cybersecurity services like password managers. 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VPN Plus: $10 per month, $48 for the first year (then $80 per year) or $72 for the first two years combined (then $80 per year) VPN Proton Unlimited: $13 per month, $120 per year or $192 for the first two years combined (then $120 per year) VPN Password manager Encrypted cloud storage Secure email Encrypted calendar Nord Security (NordVPN) NordVPN is excellent for power users and anyone who wants a premium bundle that ticks many boxes. While its Threat Protection Pro anti-malware protection isn't a full-fledged antivirus solution, it comes close and has been approved by AV Comparatives as a reliable anti-phishing tool. 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Starter: $15.45 per month, $48 for the first 15 months (then $79 per year) or $54 for the first 27 months (then $79 per year) VPN Personal detail generator One: $18 per month, $51 for the first 15 months (then $99 per year) or $67 for the first 27 months (then $99 per year) VPN Personal detail generator Antivirus Data leak alerts Private search One-plus: $20.65 per month, $91 for the first 15 months (then $119 per year) or $108 for the first 27 months (then $119 per year) VPN Personal detail generator Antivirus Data leak alerts Private search Data removal ExpressVPN ExpressVPN is somewhat of an outlier because it doesn't have a tiered pricing model and only offers a VPN, password manager and ID protection tools. It's also expensive, but if you're looking for one of the best VPNs on the planet and a capable password manager, then ExpressVPN is a solid bet. Monthly: $13 per month VPN Password manager Yearly: $100 per year (initial term lasts 15 months) VPN Password manager Dark web scanner ID theft insurance Credit scanner Two-year: $140 for the first 28 months (then $117 per year) VPN Password manager Dark web scanner ID theft insurance Credit scanner Monthly credit report Data removal VPN bundles at a glance Here's a look at what each VPN provider offers. Proton Nord Security (NordVPN) Surfshark ExpressVPN VPN ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ Password manager ✔️ ✔️ X ✔️ Antivirus X ✔️ ✔️ X Encrypted cloud storage ✔️ ✔️ X X Secure email ✔️ X X X ID protection X ✔️ X ✔️ Personal detail generator X X ✔️ X Recommended á la carte options The possibilities are virtually endless, but if you're set against bundling with a single provider, I've put together three potential á la carte packages for you to consider based on CNET's recommended VPN, password manager and antivirus services to help you get started in your search for the optimal combination for your needs. 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Services offered Of course, you'll want a company that offers the specific services you need. Not all VPN companies offer the same bundled services, so choose one that best fits your needs. Even if it doesn't check all of the boxes, you can always get additional services separately. And VPN companies continue to expand their bundled service offerings, so if your VPN doesn't yet offer the service you need now, it may in the future. Clear privacy policies Before committing to a provider, make sure to take a look through its privacy policies. Each individual service may have its own separate privacy policy, so I recommend looking through each one to ensure its privacy practices are sound across the board. Even if you don't read through the entire thing, search the page for terms like 'data sharing' and 'data collection' to get information related to how the company handles your data when using each of its services. In general, the less sharing, the better. 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JLR CEO Adrian Mardell to Step Down After 35 Years with the Brand
Adrian Mardell will retire as the CEO of JLR after three years in the position and 35 years with the company, a spokesperson confirmed to Car and Driver. In his three years as CEO, Mardell took the company from taking heavy financial losses to achieving its best profits in years. His successor will be announced "in due course," according to the company. After three years in the role and 35 years at the company, Adrian Mardell announced his intention to retire as CEO of JLR, Autocar reported on July 31. Mardell was appointed to the role in 2023 following the abrupt departure of Thierry Bolloré. He took the position amidst heavy financial headwinds, with the automaker in the throes of a post-pandemic slump. "Adrian Mardell has expressed his desire to retire from JLR after three years as CEO and 35 years with the company," a spokesperson said in a statement to Car and Driver. In his three years as CEO, Mardell helped right the ship, taking JLR from struggling with debt to now posting 10 consecutive profitable quarters, according to Automotive News. Despite his work to turn the business around, Mardell's legacy will almost surely be shaped by the dramatic rebranding of the Jaguar and Land Rover nameplates. View Photos Jaguar Mardell oversaw the reveal of the infinitely controversial Jaguar Type 00 Concept in late 2024, which aims to take Jaguar from competing in the luxury segment against the likes of Mercedes-Benz and Lexus, to the rarified air of competing against ultra-luxury competitors such as Bentley and Rolls-Royce. Mardell will officially retire on December 31 of this year. At this point, the company hasn't confirmed if the search for his successor will be limited to an insider or if the company will look outside the company. "His successor will be announced in due course," a spokesperson confirmed. Jack Fitzgerald Associate News Editor Jack Fitzgerald's love for cars stems from his as yet unshakable addiction to Formula 1. After a brief stint as a detailer for a local dealership group in college, he knew he needed a more permanent way to drive all the new cars he couldn't afford and decided to pursue a career in auto writing. By hounding his college professors at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, he was able to travel Wisconsin seeking out stories in the auto world before landing his dream job at Car and Driver. His new goal is to delay the inevitable demise of his 2010 Volkswagen Golf. Read full bio
