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LastPass review: Is this popular password manager still worth using?

I reviewed LastPass, a low-cost password manager with that supports a wide range of devices and offers convenient login sharing for families.
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Hackers were caught hiding password-stealing tricks in people’s physical mail

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Mullvad vs. Windscribe: best VPN for monthly service

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Can it run Doom? My journey through hell to discover why the answer is always ‘yes’

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Windows 11 takes a break on updates until 2025

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DMDE review: How good is this free data recovery software?

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If you use one of these passwords, hackers will love you

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My quest to fully remove Microsoft Edge is finally complete

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How to set up a VPN

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Security experts warn of new hacker strategy targeting Windows drivers

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MiniTool Power Data Recovery review: buy it once and use it forever

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How to use Apple Intelligence on your Mac

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I tested the most popular free antivirus apps for Mac. Here are the very best

Your Mac is at risk from malware, so we made a list of the best free antivirus software to protect your personal and financial data from hackers.
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Here are the top five tips for cybersecurity awareness month

We've teamed up with MacPaw to bring you some essential cybersecurity tips for the month of cybersecurity awareness. We could all stand to be more vigilant.
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I have really good news about Microsoft Teams

The new merged view for Microsoft Teams is coming to public preview next month, and threaded conversations are due next year.
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One of the last floppy disk industries is finally modernizing

The Muni Metro in San Francisco was recently approved for an update that would transition it from a control system using floppy disks to a more modern system.
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Best Adobe Photoshop deals: Get the photo-editing software for free

When it comes to graphic design, Adobe Photoshop is still the top name in the game. We rounded up the best Adobe Photoshop Deals available today.
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Apple will pay up to $1M to anyone who hacks its AI cloud

Apple is challenging security researchers to try and hack its AI cloud, and there's a huge bounty up for grabs.
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100 million affected in worst U.S. health care data breach of all time

We knew the UnitedHealth Group cyberattack from earlier this year was bad. But now we know just how all-encompassing the incident really was.
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Best Antivirus Deals: Protect your PC or Mac from just $35

Everyone needs antivirus protection. Here are the best antivirus deals going on right now.
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A simple password mistake led to 5.3 million leaked health records

An unprotected Mexican health care database put the health and personal data of 5.3 million people at risk of identity theft and more.
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Avast One for Mac review: a free antivirus is all you need

I reviewed Avast One's free and paid plans for macOS, testing prevention, protection, and more to check its value for Mac owners.
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Apple’s new app could be the next big thing in mobile gaming

Apple is reportedly working on a new app that would combine elements of the App Store, Game Center, and communication tools.
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VPN Unlimited review: a lifetime of privacy protection

I reviewed VPN Unlimited, a privacy and unblocking service that offers a unique lifetime plan that promises incredible long-term value.
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This new Google Docs feature is exactly what I’ve always wanted

Google Docs has a new feature called Document Tabs that is already changing my life for the better.
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I reviewed McAfee+ Premium for Mac and found it to be a questionable bargain

I reviewed McAfee antivirus for Mac to find out it the added protection is worth the subscription costs and if it integrates well with macOS.
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ExpressVPN Deals: Save 48% when you sign up today

If you're looking for a VPN to help provide you some extra security and get around geo-locked content, then this deal from ExpressVPN will serve you quite well!
Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella announces updates to the company's Copilot artificial intelligence (AI) tool.

Microsoft Copilot ‘spews data all over the floors,’ says influential CEO

The CEO of Salesforce had some strong words for Microsoft Copilot, comparing the AI assistant to the long-retired Microsoft Clippy.
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OpenAI uses its own models to fight election interference

OpenAI cracks down on cybercrime campaigns using its systems to influence elections worldwide. Discover what the full report says.
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Mullvad VPN review: total anonymity for an affordable price

I reviewed Mullvad, a unique VPN with consistently low prices to find out if its speed, features, and reliability are worth the cost.
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Tesla’s Elon Musk unveils the Cybercab robotaxi — and also the Robovan

Tesla boss Elon Musk has just unveiled a prototype of the automaker’s long-awaited robotaxi.
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The Wayback Machine has been hacked, and the internet isn’t happy about it

The Internet Archive's Wayback Machine has suffered two types of attacks, including 31 million unique records being compromised.
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Passkeys in Windows 11 are about to get safer and easier to use

Microsoft has announced that big changes are coming to its passkey experience, including third-party integration and account syncing.
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The best free antivirus software for 2024

Here are our picks for the best free antivirus software to protect your computer without needing a subscription.

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