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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.Sponsored
HitPaw FotorPea: Effortlessly Enhance Blurry Photos
Our step-by-step guide explains the best methods for enhancing a blurry photo.Sponsored
HitPaw Video Enhancer: Easy AI Video Enhancer for Windows & Mac
Our step-by-step guide explains how to enhance videos using AI with HitPaw Video Enhancer.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.
Reviews
IPVanish review: A U.S.-based VPN with unlimited connections
IPVanish is a good U.S.-based VPN that promises speed and security and delivers on both.Sponsored
Easily create professional videos, complete with presenters, using Vidnoz AI
No presenter, no budget, no skills and no time? No problem. Vidnoz AI can create professional videos in minutes and cost you nothing.Tip
Sick of Google? Try one of these 5 search engines
You don't have to use Google to search the internet. Here are five contenders you don't want to miss.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.Sponsored
How to Record Chrome Tab with Audio
We explain how to record only what's displayed in a Chrome tab – with audio – rather than your entire desktop.Sponsored
How to Record on Roblox
It's easy to record Roblox gameplay. We explain how to record Roblox on PC, Mac, iOS, Android and Chrome.Sponsored
How to Record Gameplay on PC
How-To
Has my PC been hacked? 5 ways to detect virus attacks, step-by-step
Your computer was running fine a moment ago, but now applications are stalling and you're inundated with ads. This step-by-step guide will help you identify the type of attack as well as provide the solution.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.
Tip
There's a sneaky way to make your passwords more secure: emojis 👍
Here's a creative tip that can instantly boost the complexity of your passwords without making them harder to memorize.
How-To
8 big gotchas to watch out for in tech privacy policies
The privacy policies of internet services play an important role for end users. In this article, we'll show you the potential pitfalls and what you should look out for.Tip
Google Chrome's hidden link preview feature is actually pretty useful
You can now preview the destination page of a link before you actually visit it — but only if you manually enable the feature first.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.
How-To
5 ways to get Alexa to shut the hell up
Is Alexa driving you nuts with unnecessary weather alerts, ultra-detailed delivery updates, and random "by the way" digressions? Help is here.How-To
Give your Raspberry Pi blazing-fast SSD speed with this PCIe add-on
Although the Raspberry Pi 5 has a PCIe interface, it does not have a slot for a PCIe SSD. An extension solves this problem.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.Tip
Unlock the potential of Windows File Explorer with this free app
The free files app beautifies and improves Windows File Explorer in every way.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.
Reviews
CyberGhost VPN review: An easy-to-use VPN with a massive server network
CyberGhost offers a massive amount of country options and powerful feature set for a decent price. It continues to be a great option for those looking to stream content overseas.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.Tip
How to use Google contacts in Excel
Looking to use Google contacts in Excel? You'll need do some exporting and importing then. Don't worry, the process is easier than you think.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.Tip