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Opera Neon

Opera is known for its flagship Opera browser, but it has a wide range of other browsers in its portfolio. Among its several variants is Opera Neon, something the company describes as a "concept browser," or a browser intended for experimentation rather than for general use.

By Max Pitchkites — 08 Jan'22 Last Updated: 20 Jan'25
Facts checked by Eugenie Tiu

Opera

Opera was launched in 1995 and remains in the game to this day, making it one of the oldest web browsers still under development. Opera built up its loyal user base for integrating a wide spectrum of features that would otherwise be left to extensions and separate programs.

By Max Pitchkites — 25 Dec'21 Last Updated: 30 Jan'24

Best VPN for Amazon Prime Video 2026: Unblock Streaming Sites

Amazon Prime Video has a huge library, but lots of its content is locked behind regional restrictions. Each regional library has distinct content specialties worth exploring. For example, the U.S. library is known for its comprehensive selection across genres, the U.K. version features British shows unavailable elsewhere and the Japanese library offers exclusive anime content...

By Kate Hawkins — 30 Oct'21 Last Updated: 22 Dec'25
Facts checked by Igor Kurtz

What Is Bitcoin? A Quick Starter Guide in 2026

The cryptocurrency that started the crypto craze, bitcoin is the most well-known form of digital money. Despite making headlines around the world, how bitcoin works is still a mystery to a lot of people. If you’re one of those people, read on for an answer to the age-old question “What is bitcoin, and how does it work?”

By Aleksandar Kochovski — 19 Jun'21 Last Updated: 17 Dec'25

What Is AES Encryption & How Does It Work in 2026? 256-bit vs 128-bit

When researching various types of software, AES encryption is often listed as a feature. What is AES encryption exactly, and how does it work? Read on as we explain the Advanced Encryption Standard, the most commonly used encryption protocol in the world.

By Aleksander Hougen — 23 May'21 Last Updated: 26 Apr'25

Best VPN for Russia in 2026: Get an International or Russian IP Address

The Russian government monitors the internet to track users and block websites. If you want to use the internet while you’re in Russia, we recommend using one of the best VPNs. This article reveals the best VPN for Russia so you can browse privately and safely without any restrictions. A virtual private network (VPN) can...

By Wisdom Sablah — 21 Mar'21 Last Updated: 26 Jan'26
Facts checked by Igor Kurtz

What Is the Deep Web and How Do You Access It in 2026?

The deep web and dark web are often confused terms. One is used for internet archives while the other is used for illegal activity. For the curious among you, we're here to help answer the question: what is the deep web and how do you access it?

By Aleksander Hougen — 21 Nov'20 Last Updated: 11 Aug'25
Facts checked by Andrea Babic

Best VPN for TikTok: Beat the TikTok Ban From Anywhere in 2026

TikTok has nearly 2 billion users globally. For professional content creators, the financial implications of a TikTok ban can be particularly severe, with top influencers potentially losing six or seven-figure annual incomes if they cannot maintain consistent access to their audiences. If you’re unlucky enough to live in a country where the social media video...

By Samuel Chapman — 19 Apr'20 Last Updated: 24 Nov'25
Facts checked by Igor Kurtz

What Is FTP? Everything About File Transfer Protocol

When reading our reviews (or just surfing around the internet) you may have come across the term FTP or File Transfer Protocol. In this guide, Cloudwards.net explains what this protocol does and unwraps a few other technomancic mysteries in the process.

By Branko Vlajin — 26 Oct'18 Last Updated: 07 Apr'25

What is a Botnet? Definition, Attacks & Protection Explained

In our series on cybercrime, we’ve covered online threats such as ransomware, phishing and browser hijackers. This time, we’re going to look at one of the most potent threats online: botnets. While you can’t get a botnet, you can be part of one. Botnets are networks of slave computers used to carry out a variety...

By Jacob Roach — 20 Sep'18 Last Updated: 20 Feb'26