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My first Thunderbolt 5 experience has been a massive bust
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Is Thunderbolt 5 all that it's cut out to be? After putting together a Thunderbolt 5 laptop, dock, and SSD, my answer is -- for now -- a definite no.
on Tue, 10PM
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Why is the first Windows drive always called C:? Here's the answer
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On your Windows PC, the drive designations start with C. Where are A and B? The answer can be found in the history of Windows.
23h ago
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WordPad is now gone from Windows 11. Here's how to bring it back
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With the arrival of Windows 11 version 24H2, WordPad is officially gone. Want to keep using it? You're in luck.
on Sat, 5PM
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The first mini PC with a Ryzen 370 CPU is here and it's a tiny beast
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The GMKTec EVO-X1 has one of the best laptop processors around. But it won't be cheap or easy to find outside of China.
6h ago
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Microsoft halts new Windows 11 features until 2025
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You can take a little break from keeping track of all the new Windows features.
#features #Windows11 #microsoft
16h ago
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This mini PC is more powerful than it looks, and it's on sale for $319
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The Acemagic AD08 was already a great value, but it's even better for 29% off on Amazon.
on Sep 6
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You're the best password: How to start using passkeys on Windows PCs
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You are the best password, because hackers cannot imitate or steal your physical characteristics. How to protect your PC and important online services with face or finger recognition.
#Passkey #security #Windows11 #microsoft
on Sep 5
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Recall 2.0? Microsoft plans another AI feature that scans everything
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Another AI-driven feature that searches PC content surfaces in Windows 11, raising questions about data privacy.
on Sep 5
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Meet Wi-Fi 8, which will trade speed for a more reliable experience
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Wi-Fi 8, the next generation of Wi-Fi, isn't due to be released until several years from now. But we already know what Wi-Fi 8 is going to look like, and how it will improve over Wi-Fi 7.
on Thu, 1AM
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This Windows 11 File Explorer shortcut is so simple but so useful
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It's as simple as can be, but many long-time users of Windows File Explorer don't know this simple shortcut that can be a real game changer for locating files.
on Wed, 7PM
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Are premium AI chatbots worth paying for? Only if you do these things
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The paid features in ChatGPT, Copilot, and other AI chatbots are situationally useful at best... for now.
on Wed, 6PM
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Valve is releasing a limited-edition white Steam Deck OLED next week
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A white version of the Steam Deck OLED is coming soon. If you want one, mark your calendars and act fast because it's going to sell out fast.
on Tue, 3PM
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Users beg for Windows 11 to keep its ability to run Android apps
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Android apps are going to stop working on Windows 11 come March 5, 2025, and users aren't happy about that.
on Sat, 1AM
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How to permanently erase data on hard drives, SSDs, and flash drives
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Time and again, cases are reported in which disposed hard drives still contained readable, confidential data. With a few Windows commands and the right tools, this won't happen to you.
on Fri, 10PM
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AMD's desktop CPU share soars 10 percentage points in a year
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A new report reveals unit share increases for AMD CPUs across the board, with strong increases in desktop and server chips.
on Nov 8
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How (and why) to roll back Windows updates on your PC
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If Windows updates are causing problems or the system is not updating properly, then resetting the last update can sometimes help. We show you how to do this.
on Nov 8
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Windows 11 24H2 breaks popular Alt + Tab shortcut. Here's what you can do
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One of the most popular Windows keyboard shortcuts is causing a black screen for users after updating.
on Nov 8
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Hackers are stealing more info than ever. These 4 actions keep you safe
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Data breaches and leaks keep coming fast and furious this year. Here’s how to defend yourself against the onslaught.
on Nov 8
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FTC charges online shopping tool Sitejabber for fake product reviews
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Citing newly established federal rules against fake reviews, the FTC has ordered Sitejabber to knock it the hell off.
on Nov 7
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How often should you turn off your phone? Here's what the NSA advises
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How often should you turn off your phone completely? Security experts have answered this question.
on Nov 7
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Thousands of hacked TP-Link routers being used to hijack Azure accounts
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Hackers have built a botnet of 16,000+ compromised devices and have been using them to hijack Azure accounts for over a year.
on Nov 7
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New AI experiences make their way into Windows 11's Paint, Notepad
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Microsoft has begun testing Generative Fill and Erase within Windows 11 Paint, and AI text editing within Notepad.
on Nov 7
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This free tool 'purifies' Windows 11 and skips Microsoft account logins
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Normally, you need a Microsoft account to use Windows 11. You can bypass that — and more — with a freely available script utility.
on Nov 7
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I block every ad on YouTube and I'm not ashamed to admit it
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YouTube's ads are horrible, and so is its treatment of both viewers and creators. I'm not paying for Premium, ever.
on Nov 6
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How to make Windows search use Google instead of Bing
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Windows searches uses Bing by default. However, you can use the MS Edge Redirect tool to switch the search to Google or other search engines.
on Nov 6
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'Windows Intelligence': Microsoft might be rebranding its Windows AI tools
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The revelation comes just months after Microsoft's competitor Apple unveiled its own AI strategy named Apple Intelligence.
on Nov 6
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CrowdStrike strikes again, this time crashing Office apps in Windows 11
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Office apps like Word and Excel are crashing on Windows 11 24H2 systems managed by CrowdStrike antivirus software.
on Nov 5
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9 things you realize when you first start using a VPN
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VPN novices take note. We'll walk you through what to expect from using a VPN -- some of which might surprise you.
on Nov 5
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How to solve your Wi-Fi problems with smart router settings
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Speed up your wireless network and make sure your whole home has good Wi-Fi coverage.
on Nov 5
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Microsoft's free PC Manager app for Windows 10 and 11 gets even better
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The latest version of Microsoft's PC Manager displays internet speed in real time and removes unnecessary files even faster.
on Nov 4
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Why I switched from Windows to Chromebooks and haven't looked back
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Here are several reasons why I now mainly use ChromeOS and only boot up Windows when I absolutely need to.
on Nov 3
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This epic 22-device power strip with surge protection is only $18
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This insanely extra power strip is more than just a visual gag — and it's almost half off on Amazon.
on Nov 2
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Windows 11 market share grows, but Windows 10 still twice as popular
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More than 3 years after it released, Windows 11 still lags behind its predecessor — but it's getting there.
on Nov 1
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'It really is a one off': Lunar Lake's integrated RAM won't happen again, Intel CEO says
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Intel CEO Pat Gelsinger calls Lunar Lake a 'niche' product whose importance grew once AI became critical. But Intel has no plan to repeat its integrated DRAM with other chips.
on Nov 1
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You're using your USB flash drive wrong. Here's what to do instead
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There's more to using a USB flash drive than just plugging it in, at least if you want to get the most out of it.
on Nov 1
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Report: Nvidia is working on Arm CPUs for Windows
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Nvidia hopes to supply full SoC boards to PC manufacturers and compete directly with Qualcomm's Snapdragon X series.
on Nov 1
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What the heck is a gaming browser, and do you need one?
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Gaming browsers, like Opera GX, offer special features for gamers. But does using one really provide any real benefits?
on Nov 1
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Why I switched from Windows to Chromebook and haven't looked back
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Here are several reasons why I now mainly use ChromeOS and only boot up Windows when I absolutely need to.
on Nov 1
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Mozilla celebrates 20 years with Firefox 132, blocks third-party cookies
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Firefox 132 patches some security flaws, adds support for 4K playback, and blocks third-party cookies.
on Oct 31
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Russia fines Google $20,000,000,000,000,000,000,000,000,000,000,000
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A Russian court says Google owes $20 decillion for blocking content, about 200 trillion times the amount of money currently on the planet.
on Oct 31
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15 obscure Windows 11 tricks for PC power users
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Windows 11 offers exciting but hidden features that make working much easier. We reveal these unknown tips.
on Oct 30
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Security flaws found in all Nvidia GeForce GPUs. Update drivers ASAP!
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If you have an Nvidia GeForce graphics card, you need to download the latest driver updates now.
on Oct 30
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Firefox 131 brings tab previews, text fragment links, and security fixes
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In the latest Firefox update, Mozilla fixes several security vulnerabilities and introduces a few minor features.
on Oct 30
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A modder built her own 'Steam Deck' with Framework parts, and so can you
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Combine a Framework motherboard and battery, a Bluetooth controller, a touchscreen, and a custom 3D-printed case into a gaming handheld.
on Oct 29
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Microsoft accuses Google of 'shadow campaigns' in the EU
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Microsoft says Google is creating astroturf lobbying groups with the specific intention of siccing regulators against its competition.
on Oct 29
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Google's AI could 'take over' your browser and even order products
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Gemini is allegedly evolving with the ability to directly control Chrome and perform tasks like ordering from online stores and buying plane tickets.
on Oct 28
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Microsoft Office 2024 is now on Amazon, no subscription needed
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Want to use Word, Excel, and Powerpoint without a subscription obligation? You can with Office 2024, which is now available on Amazon.
on Oct 27
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Core Ultra 9 285K tested: 10 must-know facts about Intel's wild new CPU
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Intel’s Arrow Lake processors have arrived—and they’re quite different than Team Blue’s last generation of desktop chips.
on Oct 26
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Researchers discover a way to restore lost battery capacity
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When a rechargeable battery loses capacity, you have to replace it. But what if you could recover that lost capacity instead?
on Oct 24
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'People are reacting to force-fed AI.’ Vivaldi's new browser is now more personal, sans AI
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Vivaldi launches Vivaldi 7 today, an updated version of its web browser with a centralized Dashboard of email, feeds, calendar, and so on. One omission: aggressive AI.
on Oct 24