
Anthony Spadafora
Anthony Spadafora is the managing editor for security and home office furniture at Tom’s Guide where he covers everything from data breaches and malware to password managers and the best way to cover your whole home or business with a strong Wi-Fi signal.
Before joining the team, he spent three years covering cybersecurity and B2B tech for ITProPortal while living in South Korea. After moving back to the US. Anthony joined the TechRadar Pro team where he covered these topics along with VPNs, web hosting, online collaboration software and video conferencing for four years. Anthony also has his ears to the ground and is on the lookout for the next major cyberattack or data breach.
Based in Houston, Texas, Anthony also handles VPN testing for both Tom’s Guide and TechRadar. As someone who has worked from home exclusively since 2018, he has reviewed dozens of standing desks as well as office chairs and has taken a closer look at other essential remote working accessories. As part of these reviews, Anthony frequently builds intricate desk setups which is why he’s such a big advocate for cable management and keeping things organized. When he’s not writing, he can be found tinkering with PCs and game consoles, managing cables and making upgrades to his smart home.
Latest articles by Anthony Spadafora

1.6 million hit in massive insurance data breach — full names, addresses, SSNs and more exposed
By Anthony Spadafora published
The third-party insurance administrator Landmark Admin has revealed that even more people are impacted by a data breach it suffered last year.

Google will finally stop this 20-year Chrome bug from leaking your browsing history to other websites — here’s how
By Anthony Spadafora published
Google is preparing a fix for a long-standing Chrome privacy issue that made it possible for websites to determine a user’s browsing history through their previously visited links.

I’ve been testing this standing desk — and I can’t believe how sturdy and customizable it is
By Anthony Spadafora last updated
The FlexiSpot E7 Plus is a heavy-duty, four-legged electric standing desk that can support a ton of weight while being incredibly sturdy even at its tallest position.

I ditched my laptop for a pocketable mini PC and a pair of AR glasses — here’s what happened
By Anthony Spadafora published
By combining the Khadas Mind mini PC, the Xreal One AR glasses and a massive power bank I can now work from anywhere privately with ease.

Chrome extensions with 4 million installs are putting your privacy at risk — how to stay safe
By Anthony Spadafora published
Browser extensions let you customize and add new features to Google Chrome but these 35 unlisted ones require sensitive permissions that could put your privacy at risk.

Scammers are impersonating QuickBooks in last-minute tax phishing scam — and it's stealing financial data
By Anthony Spadafora published
Scammers are abusing Google Ads to send unsuspecting tax filers to fake login pages designed to steal their sensitive personal and financial information.

Microsoft just patched 134 Windows security flaws including a zero-day used by hackers — update your PC right now
By Anthony Spadafora published
Microsoft has released its Patch Tuesday updates for this month which fix 134 Windows security flaws including an actively exploited zero-day vulnerability.

Google just patched two critical Android zero-days exploited by hackers — update your phone right now
By Anthony Spadafora last updated
Google has released its security updates for April 2025 which contain fixes and patches for 62 vulnerabilities found in Android.

FBI issues serious warning to iPhone and Android users — stop answering these calls ASAP
By Anthony Spadafora last updated
Phantom hacker scams rely on multiple imposters posing as tech support, bank and government representatives to con potential victims out of their hard-earned cash.

Dangerous Windows malware can hijack your PC, hold it for ransom, steal your passwords and even let hackers spy on you
By Anthony Spadafora last updated
The Netune RAT can wreak havoc on vulnerable Windows PCs by stealing crypto and passwords from over 270 different apps.

I played the Switch 2, but speaking with Nintendo made me realize just how big of a game changer GameChat could be
By Anthony Spadafora published
The Nintendo Switch 2 has a larger screen, more comfortable controllers and a lot more power under the hood but GameChat could be its defining feature.

I tried the Nintendo Switch 2 Pro Controller and it adds the one feature I’ve always wanted
By Anthony Spadafora published
The Nintendo Switch 2 Pro Controller feels just even more comfortable than the original but it’s the extra buttons on the back that have me excited.

The best VPN service in 2025
By Mo Harber-Lamond last updated
Updated We've hand-tested dozens of the best VPNs – this guide pulls together all of our results to recommend the top VPNs for every purpose.

The best free VPN in 2025
By Mo Harber-Lamond last updated
Looking for a free VPN download? We've tested and ranked all the best free VPNs, including PrivadoVPN, Proton VPN, Windscribe and more.

I just played the Nintendo Switch 2 and it's everything I wanted — except for one thing
By Anthony Spadafora published
Not yet ratedThe Switch 2 offers an upgraded but familiar experience with plenty of additions and hardware enhancements to Nintendo’s tried and true hybrid console formula.

Best free cloud storage in 2025
By Richard Sutherland last updated
These are the best free cloud storage services to help you keep an extra copy of your files in the cloud without spending a thing.

Best cloud storage in 2025
By Richard Sutherland last updated
These are the best cloud storage providers for when you want to store an extra copy of your files in the cloud for safekeeping.

I spent over 5,000 hours testing all the best office chairs — here are my top picks
By Anthony Spadafora last updated
The best office chairs combine exceptional comfort, durable design, ergonomic support and adjustability so that you can find the right fit for your needs and workflow.

I thought the Steelcase Karman was perfect until I tried the high back version of this one-of-a-kind office chair
By Anthony Spadafora published
The Steelcase Karman is a truly unique office chair thanks to its proprietary Intermix textile, which the high back version of this chair gives you even more of for extra comfort and support.

I built a completely distraction-free desk setup with these 10 gadgets — and now I’m truly locked in
By Anthony Spadafora published
Building a desk setup with a specific task in mind requires you to carefully choose what to include as well as what to leave out.

I built a completely distraction-free desk setup — and now I’m truly locked in
By Anthony Spadafora last updated
Building a desk setup with a specific task in mind requires you to carefully choose what to include as well as what to leave out.

Valve just pulled a malicious game demo spreading info-stealing malware from Steam
By Anthony Spadafora published
Steam has once again been exploited as a means to distribute dangerous malware, but Valve quickly delisted the malicious game demo in question.

Half a million teachers hit in major data breach with SSNs, financial data and more exposed — what to do now
By Anthony Spadafora published
The Pennsylvania State Education Association is warning teachers and others working in education that their personal and financial data may have been stolen by hackers.

Malicious Android apps with 60 million installs bombarding phones with ads and phishing attacks — how to stay safe
By Anthony Spadafora last updated
Bitdefender found a total of 331 malicious apps hiding as simple utilities and other tools on the Google Play Store that were part of a massive ad fraud campaign.

FBI issues warning to millions of Americans to avoid these websites that can steal your passwords and banking info
By Anthony Spadafora last updated
Online file converters may seem harmless, but hackers are now using them to infect vulnerable PCs with malware. Here's what to look out for and how to stay safe.
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