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Windows' new Outlook app: 4 key details you absolutely need to know
The new Outlook replaces the classic Outlook in Windows 10/11 and the Windows Mail and Windows Calendar app. Here's what you need to know.
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Private Internet Access review: A low-price, high-value VPN for everyone
Private Internet Access is a powerful, low-cost VPN that offers a nice array of features and unlimited device connections.
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Which web browsers excel in security, privacy, and features?
Google Chrome has overtaken other browsers in terms of market share. But which browser is ahead when it comes to practical use and protection against hackers and privacy?
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IPVanish review: A U.S.-based VPN with unlimited connections
IPVanish is a good U.S.-based VPN that promises speed and security and delivers on both.
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CyberGhost VPN review: An easy-to-use VPN with a massive server network
CyberGhost offers a massive amount of country options and powerful feature set for a decent price. It continues to be a great option for those looking to stream content overseas.
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Zinstall FullBack review: Backup with a unique migration feature
If you're looking for easy disaster recovery that migrates your data and apps to a new installation, Zinstall FullBack is what you seek. But it's a pricey solution at $180 a year.
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Wondershare UBackit review: Wonderfully simple and effective backup
The lack of disaster recovery and a perpetual license (restore remains available) limits the appeal of this otherwise simple, often clever, and easy-to-use backup program.
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FastestVPN review: A VPN with a low-price lifetime subscription
FastestVPN might not have the flair of some of the top VPN services, but it's very affordable, makes the right privacy promises, and comes with a generous 10 simultaneous device connections.
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Macrium Reflect Home 8 review: An exceptional imaging and backup program
Macrium Reflect is one of our favorite easy-to-use, feature-filled imaging backup programs. It rivals R-Drive Image in our experience for long-lived success.
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Surfshark review: A versatile VPN service packed with extras
Surfshark is a leading VPN service for good reason. It offers unlimited device connections, works with Netflix, and comes with a ton of extras such as built-in antivirus and multihop functionality.
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HMA VPN review: An easy-to-use VPN with servers in every corner of the world
There's a lot to like about HMA VPN, but there are also a few ways where it might not meet users' needs.
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Windscribe Pro review: Packed with features and a great free plan
Windscribe Pro has established itself as a simple and effective featured-packed service offering both VPN and ad blocking.
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DuckDuckGo Privacy Pro review: A simple, but effective privacy bundle
DuckDuckGo's new Privacy Pro bundle of services with a VPN, data removal service, and identity theft restoration service is a nice package of privacy-focused services for an affordable price.
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NordVPN review: More than just a VPN, it’s a privacy powerhouse
NordVPN has it all: excellent performance and a solid set of features that will appeal to both novices and power users. All of this make it one of the best VPNs around.
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Senua’s Saga: Hellblade II review: Remarkable experience, okay game
Hellblade II was the game Microsoft used to showcase the power of the Xbox Series X when the console was first unveiled. Now it's finally here.
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ProtonVPN review: Great paid plan, even better free plan
ProtonVPN, from the Proton line of personal security services, is a great standalone paid VPN and its free option has quickly become my favorite.
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Uninstalr review: Obliterate all traces of unwanted software, for free
The Uninstalr tool thoroughly removes installed programs from the system. It even finds remnants of software that we had supposedly already removed months ago.
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Hotspot Shield review: This speedster VPN’s still got it
Hotspot Shield is still one of the fastest VPNs on the market, but competitors are starting to catch up.
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Aomei Backupper 7.3 review: Easy, all-in-one backup
As of version 7, Aomei Backupper Professional can compete with the best imaging, backup, and sync programs out there in terms of specs and features. It's also a solid performer — with some rough edges.
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Mullvad VPN review: Still our favorite ultra-private VPN
Mullvad VPN might not have a ton of flashy features but it provides rock-solid security and unrivaled privacy.
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R-Drive Image review: Our favorite backup gets even better
R-Drive Image continues to impress with the addition of OneDrive, Dropbox, and Google drive as backup destinations, as well as replication of an image across multiple targets. Our favorite image backup program already just cemented its hold on the top spot.
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Carbonite Safe review: All-you-can-eat online backup
Carbonite Safe is an online backup service that offers unlimited storage and uses Windows' own File Explorer for data selection. It's simple and effective, though integration into Windows 11 Explorer isn't as elegant as it is in Windows 10.
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The 10 most-watched YouTube videos of all time
There are billions of videos on YouTube. But which ones are in the top 10 with the most views?
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PrivateVPN review: Simple and likeable
PrivateVPN offers solid speeds, gets around Netflix restrictions, and it's long-term plans are available at a great price.
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Adobe Photoshop Elements 2024 review: Still one of the best
With a redesigned interface and new AI features, Photoshop Elements is still one of the best photo-editors for amateur photographers.
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AVG Secure VPN review: A well-known security brand takes on VPNs
AVG Secure VPN from the acclaimed antivirus company is a solid mainstream VPN for those who just want to connect to a location and get to work.
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Air Explorer Pro review: Sync to, from, and between your online storage accounts
Air Explorer Pro is a super-handy program that will connect and sync to, from, and between the vast majority of online storage services as well as local storage.
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NordPass review: Affordable, streamlined password management
NordVPN's password manager makes securing and syncing your login credentials simple — while costing notably less than the competition.
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Indie hit 'Balatro' reinvents poker by forcing you to cheat
The new roguelike expands the basics of poker into a devilishly clever and addictive spin on a classic.
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Mozilla VPN review: An easy-to-use VPN with Firefox compatibility
Mozilla VPN is a standalone VPN application from the makers of Firefox browser that does the basics right.
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Backblaze review: No-hassle online backup with unlimited storage
Backblaze is an online service that uses a shotgun approach, backing up everything important unless you tell it not to. It's cheap if you need unlimited storage, and a good choice for those who don't necessarily know what needs backing up. Pay attention to the retention settings though, as deletions and older versions will be removed after 30 days unless you upgrade.
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NordLocker review: Obsessively secure, easily affordable online storage
NordLocker is by far the most security conscious online storage service we're aware of–exactly what we'd expect from the purveyors of NordVPN. It's also very affordable by the year.
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Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League review: Supervillains with guns
The decision to move from a dark single-player adventure to a fast-paced online action game has not been popular. Is Suicide Squad good enough to put the pundits to shame?
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TorGuard VPN review: Flexible plans and solid security features
TorGuard VPN comes with lots of customizable security features and offers a wide array of flexible plans and addons.
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Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth review: Japanese action drama at its finest
The adventures of former Yakuza Ichiban Kasuga continue.
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FileShadow review: Consolidate, catalog, and search your data–from any device
FileShadow creates a uniquely searchable amalgamation of your local and online data, even including your email if you wish. It's pricey and then some, but useful in ways other services are not.
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Tekken 8 – a must for all fighting fans
Seven long years after Tekken 7, the eighth instalment is finally here. And yes, it has been worth the wait.
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Icedrive review: Slickly implemented online storage with tiers for everyone
Icedrive online storage is available in competitive monthly, yearly, or multi-year plans and features a clean, attractive interface as well as easy access to your files from any device.
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ExpressVPN review: One of the best
ExpressVPN continues its reign at the top of the VPN market by offering excellent speeds and unrivaled privacy.
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pCloud Online storage review: A lifetime of secure files
The pCloud Online storage service doesn't mess around with monthly or yearly charges, it's lifetime only — but very affordable as such, with top-notch local client software.
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PDF24 Creator review: Capable but clunky
This free PDF editor is full of features but its modular interface overcomplicates editing workflows.
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PDF-XChange Editor review: Edit, annotate, and secure PDF documents
PDF-XChange Editor offers a wealth of tools for working with personal and professional documents.
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AirVPN review: Good speeds and full of stats
Cult-favorite AirVPN was founded by data protection activists with the goal of providing no-compromises security for users.
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Second Copy review: Backup and sync from a friendly interface
This backup/sync program works very well with normal data folders and is loaded with options.
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Kofax Power PDF 5 review: A powerful Acrobat alternative
This stalwart PDF editor has everything you need to create, edit, collaborate on, and secure your documents.
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Buddha Backup review: A Zen-like interface for backup and syncing
The Buddha Backup sync/backup program has an uber clean interface and workflow. It's also fast and efficient, though it currently lacks support for online storage services.
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Cyberlink Photo Director 2024 Ultra review: Easy, powerful image editing
The 2024 version of Cyberlink Photo Director certainly impresses with its numerous AI features. Through our tests of the program, we reveal who exactly it's designed for.
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PureSync 7 Professional review: Affordable syncing, backup, and handy utilities
PureSync is great at syncing folders, but also offers other features such as merging folders, deleting duplicates, downloading websites, and creating shadow copies. Our only caveats are the lack of support for online storage services and minor glitches.
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Foxit PDF Editor 13 review: Ready for business
Extensive editing, collaboration, and security tools plus AI integration make this multi-platform PDF editor an excellent Acrobat alternative.
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