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How to get Microsoft Office for free

Microsoft Office can be expensive, but it doesn't have to be. Here's how to get Microsoft Office for free, using trials and student discounts.
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How to cancel your Photoshop subscription

Ready to try something other than Adobe Photoshop? We’ll explain how to cancel your Photoshop subscription and whether you’ll receive a refund or not.
Lies of P on the KTC G42P5.

What is anti-aliasing? TAA, FXAA, DLAA, and more explained

You'll find anti-aliasing in just about every PC game available today. We're here to tell you what anti-aliasing is, from TAA to FXAA, and explain how it works.
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How to recover lost or deleted files on Windows

If you delete a file in Windows and desperately need it back, you're in luck! There are a few ways to recover lost files. Here's how to do it.
A person using 1Password on a desktop all-in-one computer while sat at a desk. There are two laptops next to them on the desk.

This is the best password manager for Windows

Everyone needs a password manager these days, but picking the best one for you can be tricky.
Keeper and 1Password websites appear in a split-screen view on a PC monitor.

This is the one password manager I recommend using over 1Password

This head-to-head comparison of Keeper and 1Password reveals which password manager has the best login sharing and most value.
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How to use iCloud for backups on your iPhone, iPad, or Mac

Heard of iCloud, but not sure what it is or how it works? Our guide will bring you up to speed with Apple’s cloud platform and all of its useful extras.
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Here’s how Claude 3.5 Sonnet and GPT-4o stack up in a direct comparison

Both Claude 3.5 Sonnet and GPT-4o represent the best that AI assistants currently have to offer. We'll tell you which one is ultimately superior.
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The best data recovery software

Data recovery software can save you from losing essential documents and important photos. Here's a list of our top picks to restore your lost files.
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How to delete your Character.ai account

If your time using Character.ai has come to an end, follow these simple directions to delete your account permanently.
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What is the ‘Your clock is behind’ error and how to fix it

Struggling with “Your clock is behind” or “Your clock is ahead” errors on your Mac? Our guide will help you fix it and banish the errors for good.
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Character.ai: how to use this insanely popular AI chatbot

Character.ai has become one of the most popular AI chatbots in existence -- and you may have never heard of it.
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How to fix error irql_not_less_or_equal in Windows

Most Windows users have come across this nasty error at some point in their time with Windows. Here's how to fix it.
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What to do when your Windows 11 laptop is plugged in but not charging

If your Windows 11 laptop is plugged in but isn't charging, there are a few fixes. Here's what to try first.
A photo shows EaseUS Data Recovery Wizard Pro and Stellar Data Recovery Premium side-by-side on a PC monitor.

This data recovery service has the best free and paid tiers I’ve reviewed

I compare premium data recovery pricing, features, ease of use, and customer service for Stellar and EaseUS to find out which is best for you.
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I used two popular data recovery services to see which saved my files

I compare Stellar Data Recovery and Recuva Professional, two of the most popular data recovery software solutions to find out which is best for you.
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How to use ChatGPT to analyze PDFs

ChatGPT lets you upload PDFs to easily have them analyzed.
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You can restart a laptop with just a keyboard. Here are the two ways

Restarting a laptop with just the keyboard is more than just possible, it's quick and straightforward, too. Here's how do it.
Missing Wi-Fi icon in Windows 11.

What to do if the Wi-Fi option isn’t showing in Windows 11

If your Wi-Fi toggle isn't showing up in Windows 11, there are a few different ways we can fix it, from re-enabling the adapter, to reinstalling the drivers.
The latest Character.AI groups chat feature.

How to make a group chat in Character.AI

Learn how to use the group chat functions in the Character.AI chatbot.
A photo of EaseUS Data Recovery Wizard Pro and Recuva Professional side-by-sdie on a PC monitor.

I tested two of the best data recovery services. Here’s which to use

This hands-on comparison of EaseUS Data Recovery Wizard Pro and Recuva Professional reveals which is the best file restoration app for you.
Character.AI homepage with voice highlight.

How to use voice in Character.AI

Here are the ins and outs of working with voices on Character.AI.
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How to enable secure boot in Windows 11

Secure Boot is a setting that makes sure only official software runs on your PC, and it needs to be enabled for Windows 11 to work. Here's how to enable it.
macOS 15 features.

When will macOS sequoia come out? Here’s what we know so far

macOS Sequoia is the latest version of Mac software, and it's coming later this year to your Mac.
AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D installed in a motherboard.

How to fix a red light error on a motherboard

If you've ever built a PC, you know how frustrating that little red light error can be. Here's how to fix it.
Elden Ring running on the Asus ROG PG42UQ.

Elden Ring PC performance: best settings, fps cap, and stuttering fixes

With Shadow of the Erdtree officially here, it's time to revisit Elden Ring on PC to find the best settings.
A person typing on a laptop that is showing the ChatGPT generative AI website.

I compared ChatGPT against Google Gemini to see which is the better free AI chatbot

Google's Gemini and OpenAI's ChatGPT are two of the leading digital assistants available today. I tested them both to see which AI is best for you.
Android App running on a Windows 11 PC

How to install Android apps on Windows 11

Windows 11 supports Android apps through the Amazon Appstore, but getting everything set up is tricky. Here's how to install Android apps on Windows 11.
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The best data recovery software for your Mac or MacBook

Our guide to the best data recovery apps for the Mac can help you restore any files missing after a storage failure or drive error.
Time Machine backup on a MacBook.

How to recover lost or deleted files on a Mac

Are you missing a file on your Mac or found that you deleted one you need? We’ll show you a handful of ways to recover lost or deleted files on MacOS.
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How to set up dual monitors in Windows

Dual monitors are a great way to boost your productivity and multitasking capabilities. Here's how to set them up.
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Can you use Control-Alt-Delete on a Mac? Here’s the answer

Wondering if there’s a Control-Alt-Delete shortcut in macOS? Our guide has the answer, with everything you need to know about using this shortcut on your Mac.
The Character AI home page.

How to delete characters in Character.AI

Here's how you remove Character.AI characters from your account so they are no longer visible on your home page. 
The chatGPT chat screen with an uploaded image, on an Acer, on a bench, on a deck.

How to upload images to ChatGPT

ChatGPT can do so much more than sling words. Here's how to upload images to the AI service as well.