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You need to replace Kaspersky's antivirus ASAP. Try one of these alternatives
Kaspersky finishes shutdown of its US operations at the end of this month. If you’re still running its antivirus software, you’ll need to replace it.
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Explore the solar system from your desk with Google's space maps
Google Maps in Space lets you "walk" the surface of the Moon, Mars, Venus, and other entities in the Solar System, as well as the International Space Station. Here's how to use it.
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Mozilla extends support for Firefox on older Windows versions
You can continue to use the Firefox browser on older Windows computer for about six more months.
How-To
Nifty Copilot alternatives that add AI to Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
With Copilot, Microsoft has built artificial intelligence directly into its Office programs. But this is not the only way to utilize the benefits of AI in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
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Do smartphones eavesdrop on conversations? New evidence says yes
Modern phones apparently have secret eavesdropping tech that's used for personalized ad targeting.
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YouTube vows to protect creators from AI fakes
Incoming tools will let creators find and take down fakes of their own voices and faces, among other protections.
How-To
15 tips to give you more power in Google Contacts
A digital contact list is part of most email services — and it can do more than many people realize.
How-To
You're the best password: How to start using passkeys on Windows PCs
You are the best password, because hackers cannot imitate or steal your physical characteristics. How to protect your PC and important online services with face or finger recognition.
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Firefox 130 brings a few AI features, including integrated chatbots
The latest Firefox update brings a few AI-powered features and quality-of-life improvements.
How-To
5 easy ways to sign digital documents for free
We show you how to sign digital documents on your PC or smartphone free of charge.
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New 'Voldemort' malware infects by disguising itself to go undetected
Security experts warn of a new malware that camouflages itself with Google applications to sneak through security systems.
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Intel's AI Playground app shows what's possible with Core Ultra
Intel launches a free AI Playground app, powered by its new Core Ultra processor, to bring both AI art and LLM AI chatbots to the consumer.
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Microsoft Excel: How to switch off automatic formatting
Excel is known for automatically formatting certain entries, which is often useful but sometimes annoying. This automatic function can now be deactivated on an individual level. We'll show you how.
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The 'world's most private VPN' just launched in beta for free
NymVPN promises ultimate privacy and was just released into beta, meaning it's currently free for everyone to try.
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Delete duplicate photos with this free PC software
The best free software to delete duplicate photos and clean up your photo folder.
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Can a VPN really hide all of your torrent activity?
Torrenting can be risky business with your ISP, so make sure to always use a VPN to help keep your downloads private.
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Windows 'downgrade' attack tool is now in the wild. How to protect yourself
A security researcher just published a free tool that can reopen various security flaws on your up-to-date Windows PC.
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I'm a tech expert. Here's how I save hundreds on like-new gadgets
Don't want to wait for deals? You can still save big on tech all throughout the year using these sites.
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Indiegogo offers refunds for (some) products that never ship
The new Shipping Guarantee Program will give backers more peace of mind, though it's only available to established and proven campaigns.
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Chrome just patched some high-risk security flaws, so go update now
The first update for Chrome 128 fixes several browser security vulnerabilities.
How-To
How to send and share large files for free
Some files are simply too big for an e-mail, but with specialized online services like Gmail and Dropbox sharing still works.
Reviews
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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Windows on Arm's strongest selling point finally ships
Blackmagic has begun shipping DaVinci Resolve 19, which includes support for Windows on Arm for the first time.
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Phone scammers are using faked AI voices. Here's how to protect yourself
Modern AI tools can clone almost anyone's voice — and they're being used to scam people.
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6 ways to control your smart home from your PC
Here are the best apps and methods to manage your connected cameras, lights, door locks, and more from Windows.
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15 open-source apps that make any Windows PC better — for free
From keeping your calendar, to managing your files, to editing your HDR images, monitoring your PC hardware, and more — these free open-source tools for PC are truly useful!
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Microsoft finally adding long-awaited features to Outlook for Windows
A collection of new features and improvements are coming to the new Outlook app this year.
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Your VPN's 'no-log' policy: What it is and why it matters
A VPN's 'no-log' policy plays a crucial role in keeping your data private while connected. Here's everything you need to know.
How-To
How to reinstall Windows and give your PC a fresh start
How to reinstall the system without losing any files.
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15 practical free apps for your college laptop
Get your laptop ready for school with these useful apps that don't cost a thing.
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How to check your graphics card’s GPU temperature
Knowing your graphics card's GPU temperature is vital when your PC keeps overheating, or when you try your hand at overclocking. Here's how to check your GPU temperature.
How-To
Paint.net: 5 great tips for this free Photoshop alternative
Paint.net image editing is free, uncomplicated, and offers lots of possibilities. Here are the five best tips and tricks.
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Midjourney goes free (again) and lets anyone generate AI images
Anyone can now sign up for Midjourney and create AI-generated images without paying, but there's a catch.
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Google begins rolling out new Essentials app for Windows PCs
It's meant to centralize Google's most popular PC apps in one place for Windows users.
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HitPaw FotorPea: Effortlessly Enhance Blurry Photos
Our step-by-step guide explains the best methods for enhancing a blurry photo.
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HitPaw Video Enhancer: Easy AI Video Enhancer for Windows & Mac
Our step-by-step guide explains how to enhance videos using AI with HitPaw Video Enhancer.
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McAfee's AI deepfake detector will tell you if that video's a fake
McAfee has launched an AI-powered deepfake detection tool to help fight disinformation and other deceptions that can be generated via AI. It'll use an NPU on select Copilot+ PCs.
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Time to update Chrome (again) to patch another zero-day exploit
For the ninth time in 2024, Google is telling users that they need to update Chrome right away to fix a security issue — and this one's already being exploited "in the wild."
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How ancient tech is thwarting AI cheating in the classroom
How do you beat AI cheating in the classroom? Chances are you grew up with the answer.
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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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Easily create professional videos, complete with presenters, using Vidnoz AI
No presenter, no budget, no skills and no time? No problem. Vidnoz AI can create professional videos in minutes and cost you nothing.
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Sick of Google? Try one of these 5 search engines
You don't have to use Google to search the internet. Here are five contenders you don't want to miss.
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The 5 best note-taking apps for college students
Make sure you're able to take the best notes in a way that works for you with one of these excellent note-taking apps.
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North Korean hackers used a Windows zero-day exploit
A new report says the same hackers who attacked Sony Pictures in 2014 also used a Windows zero-day exploit as recently as June of this year.
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Can AI be used ethically for school work? Here’s what teachers say
Can AI be ethically used inside schools, or is it just another way to cheat? We asked educators as high schools at universities how AI tools like ChatGPT and Copilot can and should be used in the classroom.
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How to Record Chrome Tab with Audio
We explain how to record only what's displayed in a Chrome tab – with audio – rather than your entire desktop.
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How to Record on Roblox
It's easy to record Roblox gameplay. We explain how to record Roblox on PC, Mac, iOS, Android and Chrome.
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How to Record Gameplay on PC
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Has my PC been hacked? 5 ways to detect virus attacks, step-by-step
Your computer was running fine a moment ago, but now applications are stalling and you're inundated with ads. This step-by-step guide will help you identify the type of attack as well as provide the solution.
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