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Best VPNs for torrenting 2024: Speed, privacy, and security matter
Staying safe while torrenting is essential, and using a VPN like any of these top picks is the best way to do it.
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Samsung's tiny 128GB flash drive is a steal for 67% off right now
Samsung's Fit Plus 128GB flash drive is back on sale at Amazon.
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AMD's AFMF 2 gives you more frames for free on Ryzen AI 300 laptops
AMD's next-gen Fluid Motion Frames 2 can boost gaming frame rates by about 40 percent, for free, if you own a Ryzen AI 300 laptop.
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Microsoft's Photos app is getting a quick image search feature
It's currently rolling out to Windows Insiders and will presumably go public in the months ahead.
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Save $350 on this powerful RTX-equipped Dell gaming laptop today
The Dell G16 gaming laptop is down to $1,250 at Best Buy right now.
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Best laptops under $500 in 2024: Best overall, best OLED laptop, and more
These are the best laptops under $500 available today from popular brands such as Acer, Lenovo, and HP. They're wonderfully cheap, but still quite capable for basic tasks.
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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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This easy $30 tech purchase is the best travel investment I ever made
The next time you travel overseas, spend a few bucks on a foreign SIM or eSIM and you'll never have to worry about roaming fees or disconnections.
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Private Internet Access review: A low-price, high-value VPN for everyone
Private Internet Access is a powerful, low-cost VPN that offers a nice array of features and unlimited device connections.
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Samsung's 49-inch ultrawide gaming monitor is at its best price again
The Samsung Odyssey G9 ultrawide monitor is back down to $800 for a limited time on Amazon.
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Windows' contentious Recall feature won't be uninstallable, but it should be
If Windows 11 is ever to become synonymous with security, it can’t undermine users’ control over their data.
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Acer TravelMate P4 Spin 14 review: A solid pick for professionals
The Acer TravelMate Spin P4 could be quicker, but it provides professionals a good keyboard, a touchscreen with an active stylus, and solid battery life at a reasonable price.
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6 ways hackers sidestep your two-factor authentication
It is considered very secure: logging in with two factors. However, this technology is also vulnerable to security gaps and social engineering. To really protect your accounts, you should be aware of these vulnerabilities.
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Best monitors: Gaming, 4K, HDR, and more
Our picks are the result of hundreds of hours spent testing the latest monitors from Acer, Asus, BenQ, Dell, LG, Samsung, and other major brands.
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Best online backup 2024: iDrive, Backblaze, Livedrive, and more
We review the best cloud backup services so you can find the right solution for keeping a safe, offsite copy of your data should disaster strike.
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Pinning apps to the Windows 11 taskbar is getting easier
A new app-pinning feature flew under the radar in a recent Windows Insider update.
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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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This 4TB Samsung SSD with pro-level performance is 42% off
The largest capacity model of Samsung's 870 Evo SSD is under $300 on Amazon right now.
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Glorious GMMK 3 keyboard review: Deep options, deep flaws
Glorious has made the keyboard to end all keyboards, but some wireless issues and software that's way below the competition drag it down below its sky-high asking price.
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Autumn's big Windows update is apparently causing display problems
Several users have encountered screen-related issues while using the latest Windows version.
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This portable laptop monitor is a must-buy bargain at $60
The Arzopa portable monitor is fantastic for laptop users, and right now it's over 50% off for Amazon Prime members.
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Apple's practical, dull AI is a stark contrast to Windows Copilot
Apple launched the iPhone 16 with Apple Intelligence inside…which contained none of the flashy AI tricks it could have. In fact, it seemed very Microsoft!
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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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Got spotty Wi-Fi in certain rooms? Get a stronger signal for just $23
The TP-Link AC1200 Wi-Fi Extender is 54% off on Amazon right now.
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The paranoid's guide to securing your smart home
Despite all the conveniences that a smart home brings, there are also new vulnerabilities you need to guard against.
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Building your first PC? 5 essential tips that'll ensure success
Assembling your own PC may not be rocket science, but there are still some gotchas to be aware of.
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Master 14 languages for life with this deal on Babbel
Get a lifetime subscription to Babbel for $179.97 until September 29 and master 14 languages at your own pace.
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Apple sneaks a Windows Recall-like feature onto the iPhone
Apple is launching the iPhone with "semantic search," which appears to do the same thing Microsoft's controversial Recall does.
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Best wireless gaming headsets 2024: Top picks for audio quality, comfort, and more
These wireless gaming headsets were the standout performers in our rigorous PCWorld review testing.
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AMD will unify Radeon and Pro graphics to battle Nvidia's dominance
A top executive said that it plans to combine its CDNA enterprise graphics architecture with the RDNA consumer GPUs to simplify development and take on Nvidia's CUDA.
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Best SSDs of 2024: Reviews and buying advice
The best solid-state drives can supercharge your PC. Here are our picks for the best SSDs, and what you should know before a purchase.
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The Fire TV Stick 4K Max is back down to its best-ever price
The Fire TV Stick 4K Max is fast and full of features, and it's on sale for $40 on Amazon.
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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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This 240Hz Samsung gaming monitor is only $180 right now
Samsung's super-fast Odyssey G4 monitor is nearly 50% off on Amazon!
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AMD's Ryzen Z2 Extreme will hit next-gen gaming handhelds in 2025
In an IFA roundtable, AMD confirmed that its next-gen Z2 Extreme chip for gaming handhelds is coming sooner than later.
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Can Chromebooks get viruses? It's complicated
Can Chromebooks get viruses? The simple answer is yes, but it's rare and a touch complicated.
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AMD exec: Next-gen Radeons focus on mainstream, not monster GPUs
AMD exec Jack Huynh says that next-gen Radeon RX 8000 GPUs will prioritize market share over going toe-to-toe with Nvidia's elite enthusiast GPUs.
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Microsoft fixes File Explorer crash bug in Windows 11
For some Windows users, File Explorer crashed when opened via the taskbar. Microsoft has now solved this problem.
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Master 14 languages for life with this deal on Babbel
Until September 29, take advantage of this lifetime deal for Babbel Language Learning on sale for $139.97.
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This RTX-powered Acer gaming laptop is shockingly cheap—just $650!
The budget-friendly Acer Nitro V gaming laptop can be had for just $650 on Amazon right now.
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I switched to an ultrawide monitor. Here's what surprised me
Switching from a dual-monitor setup was mostly good, but it came with some pains and hiccups.
Reviews
Acer Chromebook Plus Spin 714 review: ChromeOS gets luxurious
The Acer Chromebook Plus Spin 714 is a 2-in-1 Chromebook that delivers an excellent all-around ChromeOS experience. Of course, it’s more expensive than the average Chromebook — and it’s not perfect.
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Nifty Copilot alternatives that add AI to Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
With Copilot, Microsoft has built artificial intelligence directly into its Office programs. But this is not the only way to utilize the benefits of AI in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
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Timekettle W4 Pro launches at IFA 2024 to revolutionize cross-language business communications
Timekettle W4 Pro AI Interpreter Earbuds provide instant two-way translation for face-to-face or remote communication in 40 languages.
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Ditch the cloud and store everything on this durable 1TB drive
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