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It's World Password Day! 4 free, easy ways to improve your security
No money is required (nor much time) to “celebrate” World Password Day.
News
Rejoice! WhatsApp users will finally be able to make calls from the web
The web version of WhatsApp is getting a major upgrade: you will soon be able to make voice and video calls.
Reviews
MSP360 Backup review: Very effective local backup — and free file backup!
In its free incarnation, MSP360 Desktop Backup is a worthwhile upgrade to Windows File History. However, the Pro version with imaging is subscription-only, which puts it head to head with Acronis.
News
Microsoft CEO claims 30% of its new code is written by AI
Satya Nadella, opposite Facebook founder Zuckerberg at an AI conference, made a bold claim about how much of the company's new code is generated by software.
Feature
Companies don’t call anymore—only scammers. Stop picking up!
If you have a voice or text message asking to confirm account details or personal information, don't answer.
Updated
Mozilla Firefox finally has native profile switching with latest update
Profile management is something Firefox users have been wanting for years, and now it's finally here.
News
DDoS attacks have skyrocketed 358% year-over-year, report says
According to Cloudflare, 20.5 million DDoS attacks were thwarted in the first quarter of 2025.
News
Google confirms child-friendly version of Gemini AI chatbot soon
With parental supervision, children will be able to get homework help and more via Google's AI assistant.
News
Avoid public USB charging stations. They could hack your phone
Security researchers have found a vulnerability that allows hackers to infiltrate phones using manipulated USB charging stations.
Feature
ExpressVPN vs. NordVPN: Clash of the heavyweight titans
We put two of the biggest names in the VPN industry against each other to see which is truly worthy of your hard-earned money.
How-To
Is someone spying on your Facebook account? Here's how to find out
If a hacker has secret access to your messages, posts, photos, and videos, you can kick them out.
Feature
Is Windows 11's built-in antivirus security enough for normal people?
See where Windows Security stands tall and where it falls short for regular, daily use.
Updated
Best PDF editors 2025: Our top picks
When you need to edit a PDF file, these tools are your best friends.
News
That one famous anti-piracy PSA campaign may have used a pirated font
The creator of the official font says he finds the whole situation hilarious.
News
ChatGPT's awesome 'Deep Research' is rolling out to free users soon
The lightweight version of Deep Research will be as in-depth as the standard version, but produce shorter answers.
News
Brave browser's newest tool swats away those annoying cookie pop-ups
"Cookiecrumbler" combines AI with manual human review to build a database of cookie pop-ups and methods to get rid of them.
Feature
13 essential Google Chrome features you need to start using now
Are you using Chrome to its full potential? These key features—which many users overlook to their detriment—will make sure you are.
Deal
Best VPN deals: Protect your privacy for the lowest prices
We've scoured the web to help you find the best deals on VPNs available this April. Currently on discount: NordVPN, Surfshark, and Proton VPN.
Updated
Best VPN for streaming Netflix 2025: Watch from wherever you are
Netflix doesn't like VPNs, but these services promise not to chill on Netflix compatibility.
News
The vultures are circling for Chrome
OpenAI, Perplexity, and Yahoo all want to buy Chrome if Google is forced to sell, according to recent reports. They're probably not the only ones.
Updated
Microsoft will fix classic Outlook typing lag in the coming weeks
There's a bug in classic Outlook that causes CPU spikes while typing. Here's a workaround you can use until it's fixed.
Feature
How to get Windows 11 cheap (or even for free)
Unlike taxes, paying full price for Windows isn't inevitable. In fact, depending on your circumstances (and how much effort you're willing to apply), you could pay nothing for it.
How-To
So long, passwords: 5 easy ways to use passkeys
This alternative to passwords is not only simpler, but more secure too. Here’s how to get started.
News
Microsoft 365 Copilot app gets ChatGPT's impressive image generation
Microsoft's business-oriented AI app also gets new notebook functionality, improved searches, and a store for AI agents.
News
Adobe's Firefly AI art tools now mash up images into something new
Adobe launched new capabilities for its Firefly generative AI art service alongside updates to Photoshop, Premiere Pro, Illustrator, and more, at its Adobe Max conference.
Updated
Best VPN services: 8 top picks for every VPN need
Which VPN should you use? From speed, to price, to privacy, to security features, this buyer's guide will help you find the best service for your needs.
Updated
Best online backup 2025: iDrive, Backblaze, Livedrive, and more
We review the best cloud backup services so you can find the right solution for keeping a safe, offsite copy of your data should disaster strike.
News
Nvidia's G-Assist AI now works with Twitch, Spotify, and Gemini
Nvidia is releasing plugins for its AI gaming assistant and inviting users to "vibe code" their own with ChatGPT.
Reviews
NordVPN review: More than just a VPN, it’s a privacy powerhouse
NordVPN has it all: excellent performance, lightning-fast speeds, and a solid set of features that will appeal to both novices and power users alike. It's one of the best VPNs money can buy.
News
Windows 11's crucial new 'inetpub' folder is laughably easy to hack
The inetpub folder in Windows is meant to be a security measure, but attackers can block it and cause all sorts of issues due to another vulnerability.
Tip
Outlook pros love this trick for a tidier inbox
Outlook's "Search folder" feature lets you group up specific emails in a virtual folder for a better overview.
Feature
What is an AI-enhanced VPN, and do you need one?
Some VPN providers are incorporating AI technologies into their VPNs. Here's why you should use an AI-enhanced VPN!
Updated
Best Windows backup software 2025: Protect your data!
The best free and paid backup software for your Windows system, disks, and data.
News
ChatGPT users annoyed by the AI's incessantly 'phony' positivity
The AI assistant apparently thinks everything is brilliant and wonderful and incredible, no matter what you say.
News
OpenAI's newest AI models hallucinate way more, for reasons unknown
This does not bode well if you're using the new o3 and o4-mini reasoning models for factual answers.
Deal
Got a new PC? Make migration easy with this software bundle (67% off)
Right now, you can get Windows 11, PCmover Pro, and SafeErase 19 Pro for as little as $70 via PCWorld's Software Store.
Feature
Can you really recover deleted files from a storage drive? Well…
Here's what really happens when you delete a file and why it isn't always possible to recover deleted files from an SSD or HDD.
Updated
Fastest VPN 2025: We identify the speediest performers
If you have the need, the need for VPN speed, we've got recommendations about the best choices for you.
News
Anthropic's Claude AI reportedly getting two-way voice mode soon
According to Bloomberg, it could start rolling out as early as this month.
News
Microsoft just killed a helpful productivity feature in classic Teams
Say goodbye to opening files in classic Teams, which Microsoft is retiring ahead of the app's summer death date.
Feature
10 essential Gmail 'extra' features I can't live without
Are you using Gmail to its full potential? These useful Gmail features will boost your productivity and make your emails as good as they can be.
How-To
How to turn a USB flash drive into a secure login key for your PC
Here's how you can turn a USB flash drive into a secure key for your PC!
News
OpenAI's latest AI models can 'think with images' and combine tools
Both o3 and o4-mini models, released earlier this week, are only available to paying ChatGPT users at the moment.
News
Discord is making some users verify their age using face and ID scans
The experimental age verification feature blocks access to sensitive material and is being tested in two countries so far.
Opinion
I block every ad on YouTube. I'm not ashamed to admit it
YouTube's ads are horrible, and so is its treatment of both viewers and creators. I'm not paying for Premium, ever.
News
Over 50 malicious Chrome extensions are secretly spying on you
If you've installed any of these Chrome extensions, you should uninstall them and change your passwords ASAP.
Feature
I started 'vibe coding' my own apps with AI. I'm absolutely loving it
AI-assisted programming is way more fun and effective than I thought it'd be. Here's how it went for me and why I'm optimistic about it.
News
Infamous site 4chan taken down by a hacker from rival community
A user from soyjak.party has claimed responsibility for the hack attack.
News
I can't wait to butt-stomp demons on a motorcycle in 'Ninja Gaiden: Ragebound'
'Ragebound' is a side-scrolling, combat-heavy, pixelated return to form for the classic series, from the same people that made 2D soulslike 'Blasphemous.'
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