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Indiegogo offers refunds for (some) products that never ship
The new Shipping Guarantee Program will give backers more peace of mind, though it's only available to established and proven campaigns.Updated
Chrome just patched some high-risk security flaws, so go update now
The first update for Chrome 128 fixes several browser security vulnerabilities.News
Windows on Arm's strongest selling point finally ships
Blackmagic has begun shipping DaVinci Resolve 19, which includes support for Windows on Arm for the first time.Feature
6 ways to control your smart home from your PC
Here are the best apps and methods to manage your connected cameras, lights, door locks, and more from Windows.Feature
15 open-source apps that make any Windows PC better — for free
From keeping your calendar, to managing your files, to editing your HDR images, monitoring your PC hardware, and more — these free open-source tools for PC are truly useful!News
Microsoft finally adding long-awaited features to Outlook for Windows
A collection of new features and improvements are coming to the new Outlook app this year.Feature
Your VPN's 'no-log' policy: What it is and why it matters
A VPN's 'no-log' policy plays a crucial role in keeping your data private while connected. Here's everything you need to know.Feature
15 practical free apps for your college laptop
Get your laptop ready for school with these useful apps that don't cost a thing.Feature
How to check your graphics card’s GPU temperature
Knowing your graphics card's GPU temperature is vital when your PC keeps overheating, or when you try your hand at overclocking. Here's how to check your GPU temperature.News
Midjourney goes free (again) and lets anyone generate AI images
Anyone can now sign up for Midjourney and create AI-generated images without paying, but there's a catch.News
Google begins rolling out new Essentials app for Windows PCs
It's meant to centralize Google's most popular PC apps in one place for Windows users.News
McAfee's AI deepfake detector will tell you if that video's a fake
McAfee has launched an AI-powered deepfake detection tool to help fight disinformation and other deceptions that can be generated via AI. It'll use an NPU on select Copilot+ PCs.News
Time to update Chrome (again) to patch another zero-day exploit
For the ninth time in 2024, Google is telling users that they need to update Chrome right away to fix a security issue — and this one's already being exploited "in the wild."Feature
How ancient tech is thwarting AI cheating in the classroom
How do you beat AI cheating in the classroom? Chances are you grew up with the answer.Feature
The 5 best note-taking apps for college students
Make sure you're able to take the best notes in a way that works for you with one of these excellent note-taking apps.News
North Korean hackers used a Windows zero-day exploit
A new report says the same hackers who attacked Sony Pictures in 2014 also used a Windows zero-day exploit as recently as June of this year.Feature
Can AI be used ethically for school work? Here’s what teachers say
Can AI be ethically used inside schools, or is it just another way to cheat? We asked educators as high schools at universities how AI tools like ChatGPT and Copilot can and should be used in the classroom.Feature
4 ad blockers that still work with Chrome
The popular uBlock Origin will stop working in Chrome soon, but there are options that will keep going under the new standards.Updated
Oh, damn! Word and Outlook can crash when you type
Microsoft has fixed an earlier issue: Three Microsoft 365 apps (Word, Outlook, and OneNote) could crash by just doing something as simple as typing in them.
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The FTC is ready to crack down on fake reviews
New rules officially ban fake reviews, fake review SEO sites, buying fake followers, trying to purge negative reviews, and more — with fines of over $50,000 for infractions.Feature
Which VPN protocol should you use? It makes a big difference
VPN protocols provide the foundation for a private, encrypted connection and taking the time to choose the best option will optimize your speed and security while online.Feature
How to get Office 365 for dirt cheap as a student
When Google Docs won’t cut it, you can find ways to use Microsoft Office for well under asking price.News
Grammarly enters the AI content war with a new anti-cheating tool
Grammarly has debuted Grammarly's newest tool provides a detailed breakdown of whether words are original, AI-generated, or otherwise.News
Surfshark releases first transparency report in bid to enhance user trust
Surfshark has begun releasing quarterly transparency reports to bolster its accountability to user privacy.News
Microsoft Edge can now explain PDF documents to you using AI
Currently in beta testing, Edge's newest AI-powered feature makes PDF documents easier to understand.News
Microsoft secretly updated Windows Security to fix an important issue
Coming without so much as a heads-up, this quiet update to Windows Security fixed a notable security flaw.News
These smart vacuums and mowers can be hacked to spy on you
Security researchers have discovered several alarming security vulnerabilities in Ecovacs smart vacuums and lawn mowers.News
Several high-risk security flaws patched in Foxit's PDF tools
Foxit Software has released new updates that close several high-risk security vulnerabilities in Foxit PDF Reader and Foxit PDF Editor.News
Google is killing one of Chrome's biggest ad blockers
uBlock Origin will soon stop functioning in Chrome as Google transitions to new browser extension rules.Feature
How to protect your college laptop: A student's guide to cybersecurity
Here's everything you need to know about keeping your laptop safe, secure, and protected against hackers, viruses, and data loss.News
Microsoft Clipchamp is getting some pretty incredible AI powers
Microsoft is revealing new AI updates to the Windows Clipchamp app, with a big one on the horizon: video packages generated by AI prompts.News
Windows 'downgrade' attack unpatches your PC to open old security flaws
Hackers can revert a secured version of Windows to an older version to make it susceptible to previously fixed vulnerabilities.News
ProtonVPN unveils new anti-censorship features, and more
VPN provider Proton rolls out new updates such as a Stealth protocol and discreet app icons that aim to keep you safe while protecting privacy and free speech.News
Firefox 129 release fixes security flaws and improves Reader View
Mozilla has patched numerous security vulnerabilities in Firefox version 129 alongside a few other improvements.Deal
Get my favorite giant robot game for just $3 on Steam
Titanfall 2 has become a sleeper hit since it released in 2016, especially its single-player campaign. Go pick it up if you haven't played it yet.News
Beware of this new phishing scam that could arrive in your mailbox
Phishing scams don't just happen on the internet anymore. Here's a deceptive new kind that strikes where you'd least expect it.Feature
5 devious ways malware can sneak past your PC's antivirus
Although your antivirus software is up to date, some computer systems are repeatedly attacked by malware. We'll go over why this happens and what measures you can take to protect yourself.Updated
Google's search business officially ruled as illegal monopoly
A US District Court has ruled Google's search business—and even some aspects of its advertising business—to be an illegal monopoly.News
OpenAI's unreleased ChatGPT detector could catch cheating students
OpenAI said Sunday that it can detect text generated by ChatGPT using two different methods. But it's considering how useful they might be, and how easily they could be hacked.News
New report shows the truth of how people actually use AI chatbots
A recent analysis by The Washington Post shows how AI chatbots are actually used by everyday people.Feature
Surfshark VPN: The first 5 settings you need to change
Surfshark VPN comes with a ton of great features and changing these five settings will help ensure an optimal experience.News
Even Google isn’t safe from malicious Google ads
Google's sponsored search ads promoted malware for the company's own products.News
Chrome adds new AI search features for images and site history
Desktop versions of Chrome are getting AI-powered features for searching images and videos, finding sites in history, and comparing products online.
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Skype goes completely ad-free while getting new AI features
Microsoft's messaging app is getting a comprehensive overhaul that makes it more appealing.News
The cause of Microsoft's global cloud services outage revealed
Yesterday, Microsoft services connected to Azure experienced disruptions worldwide. We now know why: a targeted DDoS attack.News
Why you should never connect a Windows XP PC to the internet
A recent experiment showed what happens when a computer running Windows XP goes online today.News
Chrome's password manager recently swallowed over 15 million passwords
A recent issue in the Chrome web browser meant millions of users were unable to access their saved passwords.Feature
10 simple security actions that keep you much safer online
These everyday online security tips are simple, fast, easy, and free.Feature
Don't take your antivirus software for granted
Sometimes your antivirus is all that stands between you and security failures caused by other people.News