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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.
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AMD releases AI-powered Fluid Motion Frames 2 with clear improvements
The technical preview for FMF2 includes smoother performance and better compatibility with borderless fullscreen mode, OpenGL, and Vulkan.
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Microsoft's Xbox 360 online store just shut its doors for good
Starting today, games can no longer be bought or downloaded from the Xbox 360 online store, marking the end of Microsoft's legacy gaming console.
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How to pair AirPods or AirPods Pro with Windows PCs
Pairing AirPods with a Windows PC is simple and quick—but be aware you won't get exactly the same experience as on iOS and macOS.
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This M.2 card adds retro beep-boop boot-up sound to your PC
A novelty M.2 card from Japan can give your modern PC the startup sound of a vintage NEC PC-9801.
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10 simple security actions that keep you much safer online
These everyday online security tips are simple, fast, easy, and free.
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Don't take your antivirus software for granted
Sometimes your antivirus is all that stands between you and security failures caused by other people.
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Huge Windows 11 2024 Update preview is overflowing with new features
Microsoft's Windows 11 24H2 release preview brings all kinds of exciting, much-needed improvements.
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Netflix's Windows app takes huge step backwards in latest update
Not only does the new Netflix app for Windows remove a crucial feature, it's basically no different than opening netflix.com in a browser.
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Windows 11 now lets you access Android phones via File Explorer
Soon it'll be much easier to move files between Android phones and Windows 11 PCs thanks to this change.
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X's Grok AI is scanning your tweets. Here's how to disable it
The large language model AI borrows from the web and the billions of interactions on the network formerly known as Twitter. Users are automatically opted in without alert.
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Secure Boot is busted on hundreds of PCs from Dell, Acer, Intel, and others
One of the pillars of modern PC security is looking pretty shaky after a cryptographic key was leaked on GitHub.
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How to enable the blue light filter on Windows PCs to get better sleep
Want to reduce your blue light exposure for better sleep? Here’s how to turn on Windows’ built-in filter.
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Why I test gaming PCs with free Steam demos – not canned benchmarks
Unsure if your potato gaming PC can run a game? You can get a decent gage of your rig's performance with free Steam demos.
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ChatGPT has its own AI search engine now
SearchGPT is in a prototype stage with limited access, but its features and data will be integrated with ChatGPT in the future.
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Watch this modder convert Windows 10 to Windows 7 in 17 minutes
If you miss the days of Windows 7, you can mod Windows 10 to be like Windows 7 with a few tricks. A modder just released a video showing you from start to finish.
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Windows 11 strikes again with irritating pop-up that can't be disabled
It's enough that we have to deal with Microsoft's pop-ups. But when they can't be turned off? That's just unacceptable.
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Maingear unveils a hot new Thunderbolt 5 gaming laptop that sizzles
Maingear's new ML-17 gaming laptop boasts the latest hardware and Thunderbolt 5 support.
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What makes a laptop eco-friendly? 5 key factors to consider
Some laptops are greener than others. Here are the aspects that matter when it comes to eco-friendliness in laptops.
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AMD delays Ryzen 9000 launch until August to ensure CPU quality
After a quality issue with the first wave of chips, AMD's next-gen desktop CPUs will now launch on August 8th and 15th.
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Watch Gordon's Snapdragon X Elite deep-dive with benchmarks and tests galore
Microsoft and Qualcomm are pushing Arm-based hardware for next-gen laptops. Gordon runs the Snapdragon X Elite through a massive barrage of tests to see how it measures up.
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July's Windows update is sending PCs into BitLocker recovery
Windows issues continue to pile up as a recent update is now causing headaches shortly after the huge CrowdStrike outage.
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July Windows 10 update causes blue screen reboot loops – here's the fix
The important security update KB5040427 is crashing Windows 10 computers.
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10 ways Snapdragon AI PCs are just like Chromebooks
Microsoft finally has a serious Chromebook competitor on its hands because Copilot+ PCs are surprisingly similar in many ways.
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Chrome now warns of resource-hogging tabs — here's how to enable it
The new feature is currently hidden in the latest beta version of the Google Chrome browser.
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Google is now ditching its plan to replace cookies in Chrome
Years after announcing Privacy Sandbox, Google says it will be optional instead of a complete replacement for user-tracking cookies.
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Intel blames CPU crashes on voltage and microcode, fix due soon
Intel said the cause of its CPU instability has been identified with a fix due in August.
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Deadpool & Wolverine Xbox controllers are extremely hands-on
These limited edition Marvel Xbox controllers are only available through an Instagram sweepstakes.
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Microsoft releases USB boot tool to fix CrowdStrike disaster
The CrowdStrike outage made international headlines on Friday as it disrupted the world. Fortunately, Microsoft has a tool that can get affected PCs working again.
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Burglars are jamming Wi-Fi security cameras — here's what you can do
Tech-savvy thieves are finding new ways to circumvent wireless networked security cameras like Ring and Nest.
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How Windows 95 saved companies from the global IT meltdown
During the CrowdStrike disaster over the weekend, it was an outdated Windows version that prevented even greater damage.
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The improved Asus ROG Ally X is now available for $800
The most notable Steam Deck competitor now has an upgraded sequel with 50% more RAM, double the battery, and a user-accessible M.2 drive.
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Intel says its desktop Core crashes don't extend to mobile chips
Intel has denied reports that say the instability issues that have plagued its 13th-and 14th-gen Core desktop chips now extend into the mobile space, too.
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Master these Windows 11 features to supercharge your efficiency
Windows 11 has several useful features you might've overlooked that can make you more productive every day: Task View, Multitasking, Clipboard, Focus Sessions.
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The AI PC revolution: 18 essential terms you need to know
Feeling out of the loop on AI PCs? Here's a rundown of all the important terms you should know, explained in a way that makes sense.
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Are premium gaming headsets any better than cheap ones?
If you don't have the cash for a luscious and expensive gaming headset, don't fret! As it turns out a cheaper one may have everything you need.
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HP is managing AI chip complexity by targeting personas
The fact that there are now three different kinds of AI processors in AI laptops has some consumers scratching their heads. Here's how HP plans to manage that increasingly complex environment.
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Windows 11's upcoming updates will be smaller, faster, and smarter
Microsoft says that it's putting in place new techniques to make Windows update your PC even faster, through more intelligent downloads. But don't get your hopes up for Windows 11 24H2 anytime soon.
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Xbox.com can now launch streaming GeForce Now games
You can now launch compatible games on either Xbox Game Pass streaming or GeForce Now from the same Microsoft page.
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HP: AI TOPS will plateau, but innovation in AI will continue
There may come a time when AI TOPS power will plateau in laptops. But it won't stop AI innovation, says HP.
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Microsoft wants you to pay $300 per year for AI art in Word
Microsoft said this week that it's going to embed the AI art capabilities of Microsoft Designer into Word and PowerPoint. That's great, but have you considered how much it will cost?
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Microsoft Designer and its AI art will soon land on your PC
Microsoft is announcing today that Microsoft Designer and its AI art capabilities will land soon as standalone services for Windows and Android, but also as AI services within Photos, Word, and PowerPoint.
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Should you use free antivirus software? The pros and cons
Here are the pros and cons of free antivirus software and whether you should consider upgrading to paid antivirus suites.
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The dangers of malvertising — and how to protect yourself against it
When online advertising becomes dangerous…
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Best VPN for Nebraska: Pornhub workarounds
Pornhub is set to begin blocking access to residents of Nebraska following new age verification laws—but a VPN can be a viable workaround. These are the best VPNs to continue viewing the site while protecting your privacy.
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You can 3D print this adorable ITX case right now
The Gamecube-inspired Kubic can accomodate standard ITX parts, including a 2-slot discrete GPU.
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AMD's new Ryzen 9950X CPU is 40% faster than the Intel Core i9-14900K
When matched at the same TDP, AMD's newest 16-core processor managed to beat Intel's 24-core flagship by a significant margin.
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Hands on: HP OmniBook Ultra is an ultra-thin, 55 TOPS AI powerhouse
We got hands on with HP's newest Microsoft Copilot+ PC—the HP OmniBook Ultra—which boasts an industry-leading 55 TOPS NPU processing power.
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Hey, AMD: It's time for Ryzen's rebel moment
AMD spent two days telling reporters all about what makes the Ryzen 9000 and the Ryzen AI 300 special, from architectural leadership to new overclocking tools. But if you want to be the baddest chip on the block, then be the baddest chip on the block.
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