Ryan Toohil

CTO at Aura

Ryan Toohil has a BS in Computer Engineering from Virginia Tech and holds multiple patents in the web services domain. As the CTO at Aura, he leads the platform, information security, and corporate IT teams.

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Ryan Toohil

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Internet Security

The 8 Best Anti-Tracking Software for Online Privacy

Websites track your behavior to sell to advertisers — and scammers. Anti-tracking and ad blocking tools can help increase your online privacy and safety.

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January 23, 2024
Illustration of an open envelope with an exclamation mark on it — indicative of a hacked Gmail account
Internet Security

I Think My Gmail Was Hacked! How To Secure Your Email

If you think your Gmail has been hacked, first recover your account using Google’s Account Recovery process and then reset your password.

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January 22, 2024
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Internet Security

How To Stop Pop-up Ads on Android Phones and Tablets (2024)

If pop-up ads are taking over your Android device, you’ll need to scan for viruses as well as update your browser, system, and app settings.

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January 19, 2024
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Fraud

How To Screen Calls on Your iPhone (6 Methods)

There are multiple tools you can use to successfully screen calls on an iPhone, from iOS17’s new Live Voicemail feature to AI-powered third-party tools.

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January 18, 2024
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Internet Security

What Can Someone Do With Your IP Address? 10 Risks To Know

Your IP address can give hackers access to sensitive device and location info that they can use to tailor personalized phishing attacks and scam you.

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January 10, 2024
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Internet Security

Pros And Cons of Using a VPN: How To Know If You Need One

Is it worth it to use a VPN in 2023? Learn about the pros and cons of using a VPN and how to decide which one is right for you and your digital safety.

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January 4, 2024