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Surfshark vs. VPN Unlimited: Which VPN offers the best long-term value?
I compared Surfshark and VPN Unlimited, VPN services with long-term plans that can cut your average monthly costs to a minimum.
Sticky Password review: the offline, on-device password manager
I reviewed Sticky Password, a low-cost password manager with unique features like offline mode and QR logins.
Trend Micro review: strong antivirus protection that’s affordable
I reviewed Trend Micro's antivirus software with new AI antivirus protection to check if this low-cost cybersecurity suite offers good value.
Disk Drill vs. DMDE: best no-subscription data recovery app
If you've lost photos, videos, or other important files but don't want a data recovery subscription, one of these apps could be the perfect solution.
Proton VPN vs. Surfshark: best fast, full-featured VPN
Proton VPN and Surfshark are both great choices for content unblocking and privacy, so we went hands-on to find out which is best and why.
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MacOS update: everything you need to know
If you’re thinking about updating macOS, there’s a lot you need to know. Here, we’ve rounded up all the most important information about updating your Mac.
Microsoft Outlook and Teams are down — and might be for a while
Microsoft 365 apps have been experiencing an outage since early this morning that is mostly affecting email and calendar services on Exchange, Outlook, and Teams.
Some older D-Link routers are vulnerable to attack
Older D-Link routers suffer a security flaw that exposes users to threats such as malware, DoS attacks, and more. See the reason why there is no fix.
Proton VPN vs. Mullvad: Which is the best open-source VPN?
I compare Proton VPN Plus and Mullvad, two open-source VPNs with a strong privacy focus and fast servers worldwide, to find out which is best for you.
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.
Hackers were caught hiding password-stealing tricks in people’s physical mail
It's not how you're used to hearing about stolen passwords, but hackers are now targeting your physical mailbox to steal your sensitive data and more.
Mullvad vs. Windscribe: best VPN for monthly service
Unlike most VPNs, Mullvad and Windscribe offer great deals without requiring an annual subscription — but which is best for you?
Can it run Doom? My journey through hell to discover why the answer is always ‘yes’
Under a blanket of memes and enthusiast hacking projects lies a decades-long story of how Doom became one of the most ported games ever.
Windows 11 takes a break on updates until 2025
Microsoft won't work on its Preview software with unique features for the rest of the year, but will be sure to roll out security updates.
DMDE review: How good is this free data recovery software?
I reviewed DMDE, a powerful, free, and low-cost data recovery app to test how well it restores files from HDDs, SSDs, and removable drives.
If you use one of these passwords, hackers will love you
Password manager NordPass released its annual list of the most popular passwords, and the results are nothing short of shocking.
My quest to fully remove Microsoft Edge is finally complete
It's hard enough to remove Microsoft Edge on its own, but this app goes beyond just setting a new default browser.
How to set up a VPN
Take a look at our step-by-step guide detailing how to set up a VPN in both MacOS and in Windows 11 using the default tools built into the operating system.
Security experts warn of new hacker strategy targeting Windows drivers
A new BYOVD attack ends with an infostealer and cryptominer inserted into your Windows PC. The threat campaign named SteelFox uses fake activators.
MiniTool Power Data Recovery review: buy it once and use it forever
I reviewed MiniTool's Power Data Recovery, a file restoration app from the company known for popular hardware utilities like Partition Wizard.
How to use Apple Intelligence on your Mac
Apple Intelligence brings all sorts of powerful features to your Mac, from clever writing tools to a more intelligent Siri. Here’s how to use it like a pro.
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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