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Avira Prime review: Comprehensive, user-friendly antivirus
Avira Prime is a simple, easy-to-understand antivirus suite that includes numerous features.
Deal
Save a massive 50% on Adobe Creative Cloud during Cyber Monday
This is exactly what a Cyber Monday deal should look like from Adobe.
News
Microsoft Photos has a hidden OCR feature that can read text in images
As of now, the feature can only be activated using a Windows Registry tweak.
Best Deals
Best Cyber Monday VPN deals
Cyber Monday 2024 is here and this year VPN bargain hunters can find steep discounts on some of the very best services on the market.
Sponsored
Trend Micro Fights Back Against Online Scams
Don't be an easy victim of online scams. Protect yourself, money and data with Trend Micro.
How-To
How to create free AI images with Microsoft Designer
Whether you want to generate new images, edit your existing ones, or design documents, Microsoft's AI tool Designer can help you… for free!
Reviews
Trend Micro Maximum Security review: Better alternatives exist
Underwhelming features, weak antivirus protection, and potentially showstopping bugs tank Trend Micro Maximum Security's appeal.
Deal
This popular, cheap Adobe alternative is 50% during Black Friday
No need to shell out hundreds for a Creative Cloud subscription when you could pay a fraction of that—and only once.Sponsored
Aiarty Image Matting removes background precisely with AI
The latest AI-powered advances in photo editing have to be seen to be believed, enabling you to remove complex backgrounds with one click.
Reviews
Avast Premium Security review: Strong protection focused on PC security
Avast offers several paid antivirus suites, but its Premium Security software keeps its focus on protecting your PC while online—and by extension, you as well.
Updated
Best antivirus software 2024: Keep your PC safe from malware, spyware, and more
Your Windows PC needs virus protection. Some threats can’t be avoided without the aid of antivirus software. Choose the best antivirus software for you from our top picks.
Feature
Black Friday deals are here! 7 tips to avoid being scammed
Watch out for fraudsters hoping to make a quick, dirty buck amid the online chaos.
Updated
Best VPN services 2024: Top picks for speed, price, privacy, and more
Surfing the web through a virtual private network (VPN) can keep your identity and data safe and secure online. We show you what to look for in a VPN and help you pick the best one for your needs.
News
Firefox 133 adds privacy-boosting 'bounce tracking' protection
Mozilla has released Firefox 133. The browser offers even more protection for your privacy. The developers have also closed some security gaps.
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.
Opinion
I switched from X to Bluesky: What I love and hate about it so far
Bluesky isn't the perfect replacement for X, but I'm happily sticking with it. Here's what I love and hate after migrating from X to Bluesky.
News
'Hacker' breaks into gym to get hired, gets arrested instead
A Missouri man is being charged after allegedly "hacking" multiple businesses, then contacting them to sell his "security services."
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Best password managers 2024: Protect your online accounts
The best password is one you probably can't easily remember—that's why a password manager is so crucial to your online security. We review LastPass, Dashlane, Keeper, NordPass, and others to find the best one for managing passwords.Deal
Black Friday 2024: How to get the best prices on tech, and where to shop
Holiday shopping is often chaotic. Here's what's important to know in preparation for Black Friday and Cyber Monday 2024.
How-To
These apps turn your flash drive into a portable PC survival kit
Start portable applications directly from the USB stick. We present the best tools for Windows, hardware, internet, multimedia, Office, and security.
Feature
I tried 4 AI detection tools and they were (mostly) disappointing
Do AI detection tools really work? I put four of them to the test and the answer is, well, complicated.Sponsored
SD Card Recovery for Deleted or Lost Files [Ultimate Guide]
Restoring files accidentally deleted from an SD card is a quick, easy and free process with the right file recovery software. Here's why it happens and how to fix it fast.
Best Picks
Best free VPN for Android 2024: 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.
How-To
How to permanently erase data on SSDs, hard drives, & USB flash drives
Time and again, cases are reported in which disposed hard drives still contained readable, confidential data. With a few Windows commands and the right tools, this won't happen to you.
News
Watch out for fake Ryzen 9800X3D listings and don't get scammed
Dubious Amazon listings have shown up for the hottest new processor on the market. Selling for as low as $200, they're obviously fake.
Feature
Should you use a VPN browser extension? What you gain, what you give up
A VPN browser extension can be a simple and affordable way to stay safe while browsing the web, but your mileage may vary.
Best Deals
Black Friday VPN deals: What to expect, early sales
Black Friday 2024 is just around the corner. This year, VPN bargain hunters can expect steep discounts on some of the very best VPN services on the market.Sponsored
Website in a weekend – it's that easy!
Building a website can seem like a big project, but with the right tools you can have a site up and running in as little as a weekend. Here's how.
Tip
How to transfer files between your phone and PC with Microsoft Edge
There are several ways to transfer files from your smartphone to your PC. Microsoft Edge, Windows' main browser, is also capable of such an exchange.
News
Microsoft teases AI interpreter that can translate speech in real time
The impressive language translator feature can even use your own voice for the translated audio.
How-To
3 tips to secure your data in Microsoft Edge
Microsoft Edge offers numerous options for better data protection. However, many settings are difficult to find. Our tips can help here.
News
No more frights: Microsoft Edge is getting scareware protection
The web is rife with scams that rely on scare tactics. But Microsoft Edge will soon defend against such terrors.
Reviews
Hide.me VPN review: A feature-packed service with solid privacy credentials
Hide.me is a VPN service with a ton of great features that not only give you the privacy and security you need, but also allows for a wealth of customization options.
News
Get 3 months of Spotify Premium for free with the Opera One browser
With Opera's newly integrated music player feature comes the opportunity to try three months of Spotify Premium for free.
Reviews
Norton Antivirus Plus review: A slim suite for digital minimalists
Norton Antivirus Plus provides solids basics of online protection without any extra fluff—ideal for those avoiding unnecessary, expensive excess.
News
Hackers are using Facebook ads to spread fake Chrome password managers
Watch out for Facebook ads claiming that you need to update Bitwarden. They're loading up Chrome with spyware instead.
Opinion
Disposable addresses would make Gmail a privacy powerhouse
Your email address can be a liability for online security, but it doesn't have to go that way.
Feature
Windows and Office get smart: An overview of Microsoft's AI services
Microsoft is also increasingly focusing on AI to enhance its software. We show you which programs have AI functions, what they do, and what PC hardware is required.
News
Gmail might start offering 'dummy' email addresses soon
An app teardown shows Google working on temporary email addresses that can forward messages to your inbox and then be discarded.
Updated
McAfee Total Protection review: Top security undermined by a major feature
McAfee Total Protection offers strong antivirus, network, and online protection, but its password manager needs improvement.
News
Hackers are exploiting Microsoft 365 to send extortion emails
These emails come from an official Microsoft address, thus bypassing the spam filter. Microsoft is investigating the incident.
News
Google Docs now lets you generate AI images directly within documents
However, you'll need to be a paid subscriber to access the new AI feature.
News
You should change your password. It sucks, according to NordPass
In its sixth annual evaluation of leaked passwords, the company reveals the 200 most common passwords—and they’re pretty bad. But it’s a fixable problem.
How-To
Protect your home network with these essential router tweaks
These must-do router tweaks will protect your gadgets from unwanted attacks.
Reviews
Malwarebytes Premium Security review: An antimalware staple is now optional
Malwarebytes isn’t the vital supplement to Windows it used to be—but those who want a dead simple antivirus app will be served well.
Updated
Best VPN for streaming Netflix 2024: Watch from wherever you are
Netflix doesn't like VPNs, but these services promise not to chill on Netflix compatibility.
News
Hackers can wirelessly watch your display by HDMI radiation
A newly discovered technique combines wireless EM monitoring and AI algorithms to "read" text on a victim's screen via HDMI radiation, and it's already being used in the wild.
News
Watch out for fake online stores as Black Friday approaches
A new ring of 4,700 fake storefronts is luring victims with "deals" from major brands like The North Face.
News
ChatGPT's Windows desktop app is now available to free users, too
Previously for paid subscribers only, free users can now download and use the app from the Microsoft Store.
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