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Patreon challenges Twitch with its own 24/7 live streaming feature
The native live streaming functionality will begin rolling out to select Patreon creators starting this week.
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Microsoft confirms plan to kill its legacy PDF reader in Edge soon
Starting next year, all Edge users will be forced to use Adobe's PDF engine because the legacy PDF engine is getting nixed.
Feature
What the heck is a capture card, and do I need one to stream my gameplay?
If you're toying with the idea of streaming or recording Let's Plays, then you've probably thought about getting a capture card. Here's how to tell if you really need one.
Feature
I switched to Instagram's X rival, Threads, for a month… and I kind of like it?
As a deserter of X, I've been on the lookout for an alternative. I decided to give Threads a shot… and it has been surprisingly promising.
News
Recent Microsoft Edge optimizations have made it up to 9% faster
You should update Microsoft Edge to the latest version as soon as possible to benefit.
Feature
The best AI art app for AMD PC owners just added text-to-video
TensorStack's Amuse app is a great starting point for playing around with AI art and video on your own PC, especially if you have an AMD Ryzen processor installed. Even better: It works with Intel and Nvidia GPUs, too.
How-To
Turn your flash drive into the ultimate Linux PC survival kit
Repairs, surfing, virus check, complete system? The fact that a large USB stick offers space for 50 live systems should not tempt you to use it haphazardly. It's all about making the right choice!
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I'm a tech expert, but I still commit these 8 PC sins and mistakes
Despite all the well-known tips, tricks, and best practices, I don't always do things the "right" way. It's confession time.
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Surfshark vs. NordVPN: Which VPN is better in 2025?
These two feature-packed VPNs go head-to-head to see which is better in 2025.
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Shocked Lyft rider gets mysterious text with a transcript of her convo
A Toronto Lyft passenger was texted her entire conversation after she got out of the car. How and why it happened is currently under investigation.
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9 ways to personalize Google Chrome's look and feel
Out of the box, Chrome looks pretty boring. Here are some ways you can spruce up the world's most popular web browser.
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Google's personalized Discover feed is (finally!) coming to PCs soon
After years of testing, Google Discover—a personalized feed of articles that might interest you—will finally be available on desktop computers.
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Classic Outlook is installing with wrong languages. Here's what to do
This problem only occurs when installing classic Outlook via the Microsoft Store. Here's a workaround you can use.
Best Picks
Best free VPN of 2025: It's important to choose wisely
VPNs are best when they're paid for, but if a premium account isn't in the cards then here are our top recommendations for a free service.
Reviews
EaseUS PDF Editor review: Complete document control for individuals, teams
EaseUS PDF's full slate of tools enable you to efficiently edit, annotate, and secure your PDFs.
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Canva unveils magical AI-powered spreadsheets, graphs, and more
Canva's Create 2025 conference launched some truly interesting features, including AI-driven spreadsheets, charts, graphs, coding assistant, and a new photo editor.
How-To
Need to surf the web anonymously? These 4 tools can help
You leave your identity behind when you surf. Within a virtual machine, you can partially blur your own surfing tracks. TOR and Tails can also make a significant contribution to remaining anonymous.
Opinion
Why I prefer this lo-fi password manager over swanky modern ones
KeePass may not look like much, but that's part of its charm. Here's why I've been using it for nearly 20 years and have no plans to switch away.
News
IPVanish rolls out new Trust Center and successful independent audit
IPVanish just announced two key privacy and security updates for users.
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April's security update for older Office version is causing app crashes
After yesterday's update, you might find that Office 2016 apps crash when doing mundane things like creating new documents.
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This WhatsApp security flaw leaves your PC open to malware. Update now!
If you use the desktop version of WhatsApp, you need to update ASAP to patch an actively exploited security vulnerability.
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Running late? Google Meet now uses AI to catch you up
Google Meet within Google Workspace is adding an AI feature to surreptitiously catch you up on a meeting to which you arrived late, plus new features for Sheets and Docs.
News
Microsoft will block Teams access if you don't update the app this week
Microsoft wants all users to keep up with the latest updates to ensure security and compliance.
Tip
How to disable 'Save As' to OneDrive in Microsoft 365 apps
Microsoft 365 apps like Word and Excel offer direct access to OneDrive and SharePoint. If you don't use OneDrive, you can hide these options.
Feature
You'll take my personal files from my cold, dead hard drive. Here's how to save yours
A look at the importance of local computer files and how to cultivate your own file collection.
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Microsoft unveils powerful new research tools in Copilot overhaul
Microsoft is adding familiar research features to Copilot: Copilot Search, Deep Research, plus podcasts and Pages.
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US feds say AI-generated prompt outputs can't be copyrighted
A new report from the Copyright Office says fully prompt-generated works can't be copyrighted, but using AI tools doesn't automatically make a work ineligible.
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Mozilla plans to launch 'Thundermail' email addresses for users
Thundermail will have both free and paid versions, and it'll be part of the greater Thunderbird Pro services.
Reviews
PDF Candy review: A feature-packed free PDF editor
With an impressive set of 44 tools, PDF Candy can take care of most PDF-editing tasks.
Feature
Should you turn off your antivirus when you game on your PC?
Should you shut off your antivirus before launching a game? The answer may surprise you…
News
Gamers beware! This new malware hides in your GPU
A new family of malware is impersonating Asus's Armoury Crate gaming software and infecting PCs with infostealers.
Opinion
The Nintendo Switch 2 almost makes PC gaming look cheap
A new gaming PC is a lot more expensive than a new console. But between a much higher price, $80 games, plus many more options for cash-strapped PC gamers, the Switch 2 looks pretty spendy right now.
News
Microsoft releases its own AI search engine, called Copilot Search
Microsoft is stepping up to Google. Ask questions and get AI-powered summaries based on information from across the web.
News
Bill Gates just published the 'coolest code' he ever wrote for Microsoft
In the lead up to Microsoft's 50th anniversary, Bill Gates published the source code that ultimately led to the company's success.
Reviews
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.
Feature
I ditched Google Search. Now I'm saving the planet with Ecosia instead
Ecosia is doing a lot of good for our planet. If you switch to Ecosia, you can make a tangible positive impact on the world.
Feature
Dual boot vs. Virtualization: Which is best for running multiple operating systems?
Want to switch between multiple operating systems? A parallel installation or a virtual PC are great options.
News
Firefox 137 finally gets tab groups, address bar improvements, and more
The latest version of Mozilla's Firefox browser brings new features and a number of fixed security vulnerabilities.
News
Watch out! Don't fall victim to these fake CAPTCHA scams on the web
Fake CAPTCHA tests are increasingly being used by hackers to spread malware. Here's what you need to know.
Reviews
AVG Internet Security review: Reliable, budget-friendly antivirus software
AVG Internet Security is a good upgrade on its free antivirus software, especially if you need broader online protection and don’t want to pay a lot for it.
Tip
New Outlook: How to use offline mode and save emails locally
In one of the latest Windows updates, Microsoft enabled offline functionality in the new version of Outlook ('Outlook (new)').
Feature
Does a VPN really provide 100% privacy? Here's what you need to know
VPNs are great tools to help keep your online activity more private, but they have their limits.
Best Picks
Best free VPN for Android 2025: Which ones can you trust?
When you need a quick free VPN connection for your Android phone or tablet here are the services we recommend.
News
This RGB app filled up one user's PC with anime babe wallpapers
Wondering where all your SSD space went? It might be taken up by gigabytes of generic anime babes from your RAM company's junky RGB manager program.
How-To
How to use NordVPN’s Meshnet to create a direct, secure link between devices
NordVPN's Meshnet enables the secure connection of multiple devices — like a protected LAN — when activated on PC and mobile device.
How-To
Windows’ 100% volume is a phony limit. Here’s how I boost audio 6x higher
You don't have to settle for Window's 100 percent volume setting. Here's how to break that limit and boost your PC's volume by up to 600 percent.
Best Picks
Best free antivirus 2025: Keep your PC safe without spending a dime
Many of the big names in antivirus offer a free version of their security suites. Here are our top choices for free antivirus.
News
Google's latest Gemini 2.5 Pro AI model is now free for all users
You can now try Gemini 2.5 Pro without a paid subscription.
Tip
How to quickly insert an electronic signature in Word
You no longer want to sign your Word documents by hand, but want to insert an electronic signature into the document quickly and easily. This is how it works.
How-To