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Microsoft Office 2024 is finally available, no subscription needed
Pay a single flat fee and get the latest versions of Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook forever.
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You can apparently run macOS on a Steam Deck. But why?
A team of Hackintosh fans got the latest version of macOS to boot on Valve's portable game machine.
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Nasty Microsoft Word bug deletes files upon saving. Here's how to avoid it
Under certain circumstances, Word inexplicably deletes files when you try to save them. Here's how to work around the issue and protect your work.
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Google Search is testing Twitter-style verification badges
You might soon see the familar blue check mark icon next to "verified" company URLs.
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Thunderbird gets a new release channel with monthly feature updates
Thunderbird's newest Release channel is a middle-of-the-road compromise for users who don't want to wait so long for newer features.
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Why you should be using Windows Hello to secure your PC
Windows Hello is more secure AND more convenient than using passwords. Here's everything you need to know about using Windows Hello.
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Watch out for fake Disney+ scam sites in Google's search results
Scammers have created fake websites impersonating Disney+ sign-up pages and they're ranking highly in Google search.
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After 15 years, the World Wide Web Foundation is closing its doors
Since its inception in 2009, the WWWF tirelessly worked towards a safer, more open, and more trustworthy web.
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11 Zoom settings you should change immediately
These tweaks make Zoom more secure, more private, and more pleasant to use overall.
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NordVPN launches its first app with post-quantum encryption support
NordVPN just updated its Linux app to include post-quantum encryption support in a step the company hopes will future-proof user privacy and security.
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Best VPN for Alabama: Pornhub workarounds
Pornhub has begun blocking access to residents of Alabama following new age verification laws—but a VPN can be a good workaround. These are the best VPNs to continue viewing the site while protecting your privacy.
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Firefox 131 brings tab previews, text fragment links, and security fixes
In the latest Firefox update, Mozilla fixes several security vulnerabilities and introduces a few minor features.
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Unusual Outlook bug that prevents sending emails is now solved
If you absolutely need more than 500 folders in your Outlook inbox, you'll have to wait a bit longer for the fix to arrive.
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Watch the official Baldur's Gate III mod cartoon
Video games go nuts. Cartoons go nuts. When you mix them all up with official BGIII modding tools, you get something magical.
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The life-threatening 'chroming' challenge TikTok trend, explained
Another dangerous TikTok trend is making its rounds, possibly resulting in brain damage or even death.
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Popular ad blocker uBlock Origin Lite pulled from Firefox store
Due to a conflict with Mozilla, the add-on's developer has taken it off the Firefox Marketplace.
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The FTC goes hunting for misleading 'AI' product claims and scams
Five companies peddling AI-enhanced products and passive income schemes have been targeted by the FTC for misleading customers.
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This single security feature makes Windows 11 Pro worth every penny
Windows 11 Pro generally requires a paid upgrade. But one killer security feature, Windows Sandbox, makes it all worthwhile.
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Microsoft now confirms you can opt out of, and remove, Windows Recall
Microsoft has published more technical details about how Recall will work, along with some changes to how it will be implemented.
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Hackers remotely unlocked Kia cars with just a license plate scan
A team of four security researchers managed to get near-total control of cars using the Kia Connect system. All it took was a scan of their license plates.
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The best free alternatives for pricey software: Adios, Office and Adobe
In times of ever-increasing license costs for software, many people are looking for cost-effective alternatives. We present the best free tools.
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Want to help whip the llama's ass? Winamp goes open source (sort of)
The nostalgic media player's developers need help to modernize this classic program.
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5 things GIMP can do that Adobe Photoshop can't
It may not be as "professional," but GIMP still has a few aces over Photoshop. Here are some things that make GIMP stand out.
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Hackers are now using AI-generated code for malware attacks
Two separate attacks have been spotted using code that was probably written by artificial intelligence.
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Advanced Voice's arrival makes ChatGPT more sci-fi-like than ever
The well-anticipated update levels up ChatGPT's conversational abilities to feel more real and natural. It's currently rolling out to paid subscribers.
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Kaspersky just slipped a different antivirus onto subscribers’ PCs
The Russia-based antivirus software may be now banned in the United States, but it hasn't left without a trace.
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Microsoft Edge now alerts you when extensions slow down your PC
This new feature that's rolling out makes it easy to know which extensions are negatively affecting your browsing experience.
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You can now save passkeys to Google Password Manager on desktops
Previously, passkeys could only be saved with Android devices.
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YouTube will shove ads in your face even when you pause videos
YouTube is rolling out ads on paused videos to all users. Surely that'll get you to cough up $14 a month?
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VRURC this! The dumbest brand names I found on Amazon
I've spent entirely too much time browsing Amazon listings, and found some hilarious and unfortunate drop shipping "brands" among them.
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Class action lawsuit filed against Amazon over deceptive deal prices
The lawsuit alleges that Amazon uses deceptive list prices to make discounts look better than they actually are.
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Discord steps up privacy for users with end-to-end encryption
Breathe a (small) sigh of relief that your audio and video calls are now truly private.
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Flappy Bird returns in a tangled web of cryptocurrency controversy
The hit mobile game has new owners who snatched up an abandoned copyright, and appear poised to turn it into a cryptocurrency generator.
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Hackers are using full-screen Chrome to steal Google passwords
A devious new attack uses Chrome's Kiosk Mode to force you to input your password, which is then stolen.
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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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One of Microsoft Office's most diabolical bugs is finally being fixed
Remember how just typing in Microsoft Word, Outlook, or OneNote could crash the application? That's finally being fixed.
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Amazon's October Prime Day: What to know about 'Prime Big Deal Days 2024'
Amazon is launching the October version of Prime Day, known as Amazon Prime Big Deal Days, on Oct 8, 2024. Here's everything you should know about the deals event.
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Microsoft's no-subscription Office 2024 now available for businesses
Microsoft Office LTSC 2024 has no subscription obligation but is not intended for private home users.
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'PKfail' Secure Boot disaster just went from bad to worse
The Secure Boot vulnerability has been found to reach devices including ATMs, medical devices, and even voting machines.
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Microsoft plans to simplify the convoluted Settings page in Edge
The new browser Settings page will begin rolling out next month.
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Microsoft 365's new Pages feature makes Copilot crucial for teams
Microsoft 365's Copilot Pro subscription adds AI features across Word, Excel, Outlook, and more, plus a new Pages feature that puts Copilot on the same level as your coworkers.
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Chrome makes it easier to move tabs between mobile and desktop
You'll soon be able to access your grouped tabs in Chrome across all your devices with zero effort.
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Some email apps are about to lose access to Outlook emails
If your email app isn't secure enough, it will no longer be able to access Microsoft's email service.
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Here's why you should be using a VPN with your smart TV
Using a VPN with a smart TV unblocks restricted content, keeps your streaming private, and may even speed up your connection.
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Your VPN's 'kill switch': What it is and why it matters
A VPN's kill switch guarantees your data is never exposed while connected and is an essential feature everyone should be using.
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Microsoft fixes five zero-day vulnerabilities and dozens of other flaws
This month, Microsoft fixed 79 security issues across their products, including five zero-day vulnerabilities.
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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.
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