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Microsoft's latest AI feature may just stop working. Here's why
Microsoft's plan to bring OpenAI's o1 AI model to Copilot isn't as generous as we thought. There are secret limitations, ones that Microsoft says it isn't disclosing.
News
Want better Google search results? Start swearing
Experiments show that being a potty mouth with Google can help you find relevant info faster, often without AI jank getting in the way.
News
Microsoft is killing its VPN soon. Here's what you should do
One key feature in Microsoft Defender is being discontinued at the end of this month. Here's what you need to know.
Reviews
Swifdoo PDF for Windows review: Essential features and easy to use
This Windows desktop PDF editor provides everything you're likely to need for working in PDFs at a fraction of the price of the big brands.
How-To
4 exotic phishing scams are on the rise. Here's how to catch them in the act
Phishing attacks are getting more advanced by the day. To help protect yourself against them, we'll provide information about the latest tricks used by these lowly criminals.
News
Google Sheets can now AI-generate charts and insights for you
With the latest update, Gemini can analyze more complex data and identify trends, patterns, and correlations.
Deal
Get our top-pick antivirus for 73% off — that's $20 for 15 months
Norton 360 Deluxe offers wide protection and it's unbelievably cheap right now.
News
Your password sucks. But does your PIN code suck too?
Australia’s public news service dug into worldwide data and found that almost one in 10 people use the same four-digit PIN. You may be among them.
News
Microsoft ports DeepSeek's AI to Copilot+ PCs, and their NPUs
Microsoft is allowing Copilot+ PC users to test out the sexy new AI model from DeepSeek — and on the NPU, no less.
News
ChatGPT update brings more knowledge and better image recognition
The AI chatbot will also be "more enthusiastic in its emoji usage" going forward.
News
Is your VPN app really secure? Check for this new 'verified' symbol
Google's new verification feature for VPN apps in the Play Store will tell you if your VPN is reputable and secure.
News
NordVPN's new protocol is designed to evade VPN restrictions
NordWhisper is designed to get around restrictive network filters that other protocols can't.
Feature
If you hate passwords, switch to this other kind of login right now
To celebrate “Change Your Password Day” (yep, it’s apparently a thing), replace your passwords—don’t update them.
News
Sony backs down on PlayStation Network login requirement for PC games
Some of Sony's biggest single-player games on PC, Like Spider-Man, God of War, The Last of Us, and Horizon, won't require a login.
News
Say bye to synced tabs, passwords, settings on older Chrome versions
Google recently announced that Chrome Sync will no longer be supported on older versions of the browser.
News
One rebel's malicious 'tar pit' trap is driving AI web-scrapers insane
Nepenthes intentionally traps data-scraping bots in a never-ending loop of nonsense to waste computing power.
News
Microsoft's new 'Scareware Blocker' in Edge is here to fight off scams
Microsoft is now testing a new feature in Edge that uses machine learning to identify and block scareware scams.
Feature
I refused to use a password manager for years. Now I swear by them
Password managers are easy to use—far easier than the memorization games I played. I was a stubborn fool.
Feature
Hidden gems: These 20 truly useful Windows apps are free, too!
So many great apps eventually cost money. These fantastic apps cost nothing. Don't overlook them because they're really useful!
News
Microsoft just killed the ability to look up words and phrases in Word
In a move to push users toward Copilot AI, Microsoft has deprecated this popular feature.
News
Hype over new AI app DeepSeek causes Nvidia's stock price to plummet
ChatGPT alternative DeepSeek-V3 is shaking up the industry with its breakthroughs, affecting established leaders like OpenAI and Nvidia.
Reviews
ExpressVPN review: Expensive, but worth every penny
ExpressVPN continues its reign at the top of the VPN market by offering excellent speeds and near unrivaled privacy.
Tip
How to install the Copilot app for Windows 11
Microsoft now offers Copilot as an app that's available in the Microsoft Store.
News
Google Chrome is currently working on a split screen feature
A similar feature was previously available in Microsoft Edge.
Feature
Is it time to switch VPN providers? 5 reasons to consider a change
If you can relate to any of these, it might be time to change your VPN provider.
How-To
How to turn off Copilot in Microsoft 365 and save a quick $30
Microsoft probably just moved you to a version of Microsoft 365 with Copilot included, and charged you $30 more for the privilege. Here's how to switch back to Microsoft 365 (Office) without Copilot.
Feature
Watch out for malicious QR codes! This kind of scam is increasing
Recent phishing and other attacks have leaned on this common type of barcode. We outline the methods used to trick you—and how to stay safe.
News
Vivaldi 7.1 sets its sync sights on tabsn
Vivaldi 7.1 adds new sync and export features for tabs, as well as a weather widget.
News
7-Zip flaw lets hackers infect your PC with malware. Update ASAP!
Make sure you're running version 24.09 or later of 7-Zip as soon as you can, else you're still vulnerable to this dangerous security flaw.
News
Soon, Microsoft accounts will automatically keep you logged in every time
It'll be even more important to manually log out of your Microsoft account on shared computers going forward.
Reviews
MiniTool ShadowMaker Pro 4.6 review: Fast image backup with remote control
Imaging, disaster recovery, and remote control highlight ShadowMaker Pro 4.6 — an easy-to-use, full-featured backup program. There’s also a scaled-down free version.
News
Heads up! Fake VPN apps are infecting devices with dangerous malware
Google has warned about fake VPN apps that can smuggle malware onto your device.
Feature
I switched to Vivaldi, but sometimes a bigger browser is better
I stupidly wasted several days thinking that Vivaldi's sync services would do what was necessary to set up a second PC. I was wrong.
News
Many VPNs are vulnerable to hackers and hijackers, study claims
Newly discovered flaws in VPN tunneling protocols call into question whether VPN hosts are as secure as expected.
Feature
Could your VPN get around the TikTok ban? What you need to know
As the U.S. government follows through with the TikTok ban, a VPN could be the answer for users who still want to access their favorite app.
Reviews
BackUp Maker Pro review: File backup made easy and efficient
If you’re looking for file backup with pro options and more security than Windows File History, BackUp Maker Professional from Ascomp program delivers. Complete support for networks and even optical are highlights.
Tip
Your tax return is a ripe target for fraud. Here’s how to protect it
A scammer could file a tax return in your name to steal your refund. But thankfully, you can easily block this kind of scheme.
News
Microsoft follows Google with price bump, forced AI 365 bundles
Microsoft 365 is getting a $3-per-month price increase for Copilot AI tools. Existing subscribers can opt out by jumping through hoops, but only for a limited time.
News
AT&T kills 5G internet service in New York over forced low-income plans
AT&T has shuttered its 5G broadband offerings in "protest" over a New York law that mandates affordable plans for low-income residents.
News
Google's password manager is finally adding a "delete all data" button
It'll be much faster than deleting saved passwords and passkeys one at a time.
Feature
How healthy is your PC? Check with these 8 free apps
PC maintenance is crucial for a long-lasting system, but it doesn't have to be difficult. Use these apps to stay on top of things.
News
Interest in Chinese surges on Duolingo ahead of looming TikTok ban
The potential ban on TikTok in the US is driving American users to an alternative Chinese social media app.
News
Confirmed BitLocker bug prevents changing settings on Windows 11
If you're on an affected system, you'll get an error message when trying to adjust BitLocker settings.
Reviews
NymVPN review: An innovative decentralized VPN with some work to do
NymVPN is out to shake up the VPN market with its unique decentralized platform, promising users superior privacy and anonymity compared to traditional VPNs.
News
Now you can instruct ChatGPT to do things in the future
The Tasks beta feature is currently being rolled out to the AI assistant's paid users.
News
Update to Chrome 132 closes several security vulnerabilities
With the new major version Chrome 132, Google is eliminating a number of browser vulnerabilities. Google Lens gets more functions on the desktop.
News
Google couldn't sell AI for Workspace, so it upped the price and bundled it
What's that? You don't want to pay $20 for Gemini? Well then Google will just put it in anyway and raise the price. Hooray?
Reviews
DriveImage XML review: An oldie, but still goodie image backup program
Though the latest version is well over 5 years old, DriveImage XML is still a viable free backup solution, albeit a partial one. MBR is fully supported, but restore or cloning failed with GPT disks.
News
Microsoft's big Patch Tuesday fixes over twice as many security flaws as usual
Over 150 security vulnerabilities have been addressed across Windows, Office, Edge, and more. Several are actively being exploited in the wild.
Feature