Guide to Accessing the Internet Safely
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Beyond Soft Routers: Why Do I Still Keep a Commercial VPN on Hand All Year Round? A Comparison of Four Services, Including ExpressVPN
Software routers and "Airport" solutions handle traffic routing and nodes, while commercial VPNs provide "a backup option when things get inconvenient." In this article, I’ll start by thoroughly covering ExpressVPN—my go-to service—and then compare NordVPN, Surfshark, and AdGuard VPN based on different trade-offs, including pricing, number of supported devices, refund policies, and anti-blocking mechanisms. All pricing information is taken directly from the official websites of these four providers as of September 24, 2026, and does not include speed test data from this site.
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I turned a “JD Arthur Cloud PRO”—which had already paid for itself—into a software router. It's awesome! And I successfully expanded the storage space.
Do you remember that JD Cloud Arthur AX1800 PRO I used to leave running to earn JD Beans? I used to have high hopes for it—running PCDN for a few mao a day, thinking I could “make a little money” with it. But now… the returns are so low it’s almost a joke. But you know what? It…
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OpenClash + AdGuardHome + MosDNS: A three-part, closed-loop solution that makes Fake-IP truly effective!
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OpenWrt/iStoreOS: How to Completely Uninstall OpenClash—A Guide to Backing Up, Cleaning Up, and Restoring
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Who Should Use Airports with Volume-Based Billing? A Guide to Selection, Costs, and Risks for Low-Volume Users
Still struggling to choose a VPN service? Do you pay a fixed monthly fee, only to let unused data go to waste? Do you use it only occasionally, yet still have to pay for the entire month? If you’re a light user like this, or if you’re looking for a pay-as-you-go option that’s flexible and hassle-free—then you definitely need to check this out…
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How to Choose a Cross-Platform Proxy Client? A Guide to Windows, macOS, Android, iOS, and Routers
In the era of globalized online information, accessing the internet securely (commonly known as “bypassing the Great Firewall”) has become a necessity for many users. Whether you want to access academic resources from abroad, use global social media platforms, or engage in remote development, choosing the right platform or tool is crucial. This article will provide you with a comprehensive…
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Is OpenClash Causing Unstable Remote Desktop Port Mapping? Troubleshooting RDP Return Path and DNS Issues
Recently, while setting up a heavily customized DNS system using OpenClash, MosDNS, and AdGuardHome, my overall network experience has been excellent—both ad filtering and traffic routing/acceleration have performed exceptionally well. However, during actual use, I encountered…
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Airport, Commercial VPNs, or Self-Hosted Nodes: Which Should You Choose? A Comparison of Costs, Privacy, and Ease of Use
When browsing the internet in China, if you want to access Google, YouTube, Twitter, or Netflix, the first thing you need to do is use a VPN. Among the various methods available, using a “VPN service” to bypass internet restrictions is becoming the most popular option, …
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OpenClash + MosDNS + AdGuard Home Configuration: DNS Traffic Splitting, Ad Blocking, and Leak Detection
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Secure Remote Access to OpenWrt at Home: A Comparison of WireGuard, Tailscale, and Port Forwarding
Have you ever found yourself in this situation: You’re away from home and want to use a VPN service, but are limited by device permissions or your network environment? Actually, as long as you have a properly configured software router at home, you can easily “leverage” it to bypass internet restrictions remotely—even if you’re thousands of miles away—and without having to install anything…
