
Nicole Johnston
Nicole writes for multiple Future Publishing brands covering topics from antivirus to kitchen appliances to SAS. She has over 15 years of research and writing experience, including eight years of testing and reviewing consumer products. Nicole earned bachelor’s degrees in both English and Political Science with a focus on empirical research. In her spare time, Nicole serves as a member of several school councils and volunteers for a local arts board.
Latest articles by Nicole Johnston

Best outdoor solar lights: bring ambiance to your yard
By Nicole Johnston last updated
Buying guide Bring ambiance to your yard with the best solar lights outdoor, featuring pathway and string lights.

Best computer protection software 2022
By Nicole Johnston published
Buying Guide Keep your identity and computer safe with these strong computer protection and security software saviors.

BullGuard Antivirus review
By Nicole Johnston last updated
Review BullGuard antivirus is a solid choice for computer protection, easy to use, and is relatively inexpensive too.

Comodo Internet Security Pro Review
By Nicole Johnston last updated
Comodo took an exceptionally long time to download and install – nearly 20 minutes. But once set up, it found 95 percent of the malware samples we used during our in-house tests.

eScan Internet Security Suite Review
By Nicole Johnston last updated
eScan is an internet security program that includes spam filters for your email. Because it isn’t a standalone antispam program, it’s missing tools like a Bayesian filter.

eScan Internet Security Review
By Nicole Johnston last updated
eScan did an OK job of detecting malware in our in-house tests, though it scored lower overall for protection compared to most internet security and premium protection programs we reviewed.

Panda Dome Premium Review
By Nicole Johnston last updated
Not yet ratedPanda Dome Premium gives you access to modules for Windows, Mac and Android, plus a VPN that is compatible with PCs and Android mobile devices. We found that Panda did a decent job blocking and securing against malware in our in-house tests on both PC and Mac computers.

Panda Dome Essential Review
By Nicole Johnston last updated
Panda Security struggled a bit during our malware detection tests of the best antivirus software. It detected 97 percent of the 300-plus malware samples we used, but moving the malware to quarantine took several steps.

Internet Explorer review
By Nicole Johnston last updated
Review No longer being updated by Microsoft, Internet Explorer has given way to Microsoft Edge.

Avast Secure review
By Nicole Johnston last updated
Review Avast Secure is a reasonably fast and easy to use web browser that includes Avast’s free antivirus program.

Eyeglasses.com Review
By Nicole Johnston last updated
Not yet ratedEyeglasses.com has a selection of frames that dwarfs most of its competitors, and its stock includes options made by more than 400 popular designers. In addition to its impressive inventory, the company makes a commitment to quality and has extra features, including eye care education materials.

Sleep Number ComfortFit Classic pillow review
By Nicole Johnston last updated
Review The Sleep Number ComfortFit Classic is a good stomach and back sleeper pillow, dishing out ample neck, back and shoulder support.

NetZero Internet Service Providers review
By Nicole Johnston last updated
Not yet ratedReview NetZero has been providing home internet service since 1998. Read our review to learn about NetZero's options other than dial-up.

SpyAgent 11 Standard review
By Nicole Johnston published
Review Spytech SpyAgent 11 lets you control your children’s internet use while still allowing them to enjoy their time online.

Covenant Eyes Review
By Nicole Johnston published
REVIEW Covenant Eyes works on up to ten devices and offers SafeSearch and Accountability reports.

AVG Internet Security 2015 Review
By Nicole Johnston published
Editor’s Note: This product has been removed from our side-by-side comparison because it has been discontinued. This company has now been acquired by Avast.

Mobistealth Pro-X Review
By Nicole Johnston published
Mobistealth gives you detailed information about your child’s calls, texts and GPS history as well as the apps installed on their phone.

XNSPY Premium Review
By Nicole Johnston published
Not yet ratedXNSPY collects a lot of information about what your child does on their cell phone.

TheOneSpy Premier Review
By Nicole Johnston published
TheOneSpy is a good choice for monitoring your child’s cell phone, especially if they have an older model phone – it is compatible with BlackBerry devices as well as old and new iPhones an

Kidlogger Standard Review
By Nicole Johnston published
Not yet ratedKidLogger is a very basic cell phone monitoring program – it doesn’t do much more than show you what your child is up to online when they use their cell phone or computer.

Mobicip Standard Review
By Nicole Johnston published
Mobicip cell phone monitoring software doesn’t require you to root or jailbreak your child’s phone to work.
Netscape Unlimited Internet Service Review
By Nicole Johnston published
Not yet ratedEditor’s Note: This product has been removed from viewing as part of this site because all services have been discontinued by the company.You can still read our original review below, but Top Te

EarthLink Review
By Nicole Johnston published
This review has been removed from our side-by-side comparison because it no longer ranks as a top 10 product. The original review is below, but check out our current top 10 about internet service providers here. EarthLink is an ISP that has seen better days.
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