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Proton bundles its privacy-first apps into a Microsoft 365 rival
Proton Workspace bundles Mail, Docs, Sheets, Drive, Meet, and more into a privacy-friendly Microsoft 365 alternative.
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Google Drive now detects ransomware and auto-restores your files
Google Drive now automatically detects ransomware, pauses syncing, and restores affected files. No more paying hackers to restore your data.
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Claude's sudden surge in users is slowing it down for everyone
A victim of its own success, Anthropic is tightening Claude's 5-hour session limits during peak weekday hours for free, Pro, and Max subscribers.
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AI malware threatens Windows 11 security. Traditional antivirus can't keep up
AI-powered fileless malware is changing what it means to keep a Windows 11 PC secure. Here's what's happening and what to do.
Opinion
This futuristic 990-foot HDMI cable is going viral. Here's the catch
A hot new viral trend that swaps electrons for photons sounds awesome. And fiber-optic I/O cables might be a great idea for some home setups. But existing solutions can do more for less.
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Microsoft is modernizing Windows 11's aging UI and shifting to native apps
Microsoft's CVP of Design and Research confirms upcoming Windows 11 updates will modernize legacy UI elements and improve user experience.
Opinion
Want me to trust Windows 11 again? Bring back local accounts
Microsoft knows we want local accounts, not Microsoft accounts, but I don't think they'll deliver it — even on the Windows 11 apology tour.
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Your data’s not safe if you’re missing these 7 backup essentials
There's a right way to do data backup. Ask yourself, does my plan have these 7 things covered?
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Secure Boot causing boot failures? Don't give up just yet
Secure Boot issues are more common than they should be. Firmware updates, factory resets, and a few PowerShell scripts can fix most of them.
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Microsoft pulls Windows 11 update after widespread install failures
Microsoft paused rollout of optional KB5079391 update after users hit install error 0x80073712. The cause is currently being investigated.
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Bluesky’s new AI app can vibe-code your social feed
Don’t want an algorithm determining what you see on social? Instead, just tell Attie what you want on your feed.
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6 easy Windows 11 tweaks that help your SSD last longer
Follow these tips for a long-lasting SSD!
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Samsung's new OLED monitor panels are built to battle glare and scratches
Thanks to new film tech, Samsung says that its new panels (also used by Asus, Gigabyte, and MSI) will let them show more vibrant blacks and resist scratches.
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Google Gemini can now import your ChatGPT or Claude chat history
Gemini's new "import memory" tool lets you bring your chat history and personal info over from other AI chatbots, making migration easier.
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A lucky Reddit user found an RTX 5060 Ti for just $80 at Walmart
In a post shared on Reddit, the user says they got nearly $300 off the price—and yes, they have the receipts.
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Windows is finally fixing a years-old security hole in April
In April 2026, Microsoft is blocking old kernel drivers in Windows, closing a vulnerability that's been exploited for years. Here's what that means for you.
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March's optional Windows 11 update arrives with a key security feature
Windows 11's KB5079391 update is a win for gamers and power users, adding 1,000Hz display support, Smart App Control toggling, and more.
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Anthropic confirms it’s been ‘adjusting’ Claude usage limits
If it feels like you’ve been hitting your Claude usage limits much more quickly over the past week, you’re absolutely right.
Full Nerd
Windows 11 users have heard Microsoft's promises before. That's the problem
Companies now often tell us they're listening and vow to do better. It's no longer enough.
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Wikipedia just banned AI-written articles
There are two key exceptions to the policy, which are actually quite reasonable—if they're enforced well.
News Analysis
Samsung Browser comes to Windows: I tried it so you don't have to
Except for a niche group of Samsung phone and laptop users, I don't see much reason for anyone else to use it in earnest.
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Dell's new mouse and keyboard charge in 5 seconds, last all day
Dell's new Pro 7 Compact Keyboard and Mouse use supercapacitor technology for insanely quick charges. A full charge lasts up to 3 months.
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CPU shortages loom as PC makers scramble for chips
A new report indicates that manufacturers are seeing wait times for CPU deliveries stretch to multiple months, indicating fewer and more expensive PCs in the future.
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Google warns 'Q-Day' is coming, could break encryption by 2029
Quantum computers will likely be able to crack current encryption algorithms earlier than once thought, posing a serious threat to online security.
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The new Ryzen 9: Did AMD just announce a CPU for exactly no one?
The Ryzen 9 9950X3D2 has double the V-cache and even more power. It's a dream come true for PC performance fans…but several factors may leave gamers out in the cold.
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OpenAI just nixed ChatGPT's erotic 'adult' mode
After months of mixed signals, OpenAI is reportedly putting ChatGPT's "adult mode" on indefinite hold.
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Security experts at RSAC keep calling AI stupid
It happened repeatedly during RSAC 2026—and there’s a good reason why.
Cord-Cutter Confidential
Fire TV's biggest update in years and how to deal with it
Amazon rolls out a major redesign on Fire TV devices. Here's where all your favorite settings and options went.
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Aliro wants to fix the smart lock's dumbest problem
From the group behind the Matter standard comes a new smart lock protocol, Aliro, designed to let you unlock your door with your phone or watch—no app juggling required.
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Intel's new performance tool casts doubt on benchmark scores
Geekbench maker Primate Labs is flagging Intel Core Ultra 200S Plus results as potentially invalid because Intel's new IBOT performance tool isn't publicly documented.
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'Xbox Fullscreen Experience' is now 'Xbox mode' for Windows
The focused gaming UI gets a much better name and should be rolling out to most Windows 11 users now…or soon-ish.
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OneDrive's new image 'Restyle' feature is just more Microslop
Microsoft's OneDrive Photos Restyle is another AI tool that no one asked for, even if it ditches the controversial Copilot name.
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Firefox users now have a free VPN, with some big limits
Mozilla's free Firefox VPN is now active, but has limitations. Most importantly, it's only available in a few countries and you "only" get 50 GB a month.
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RAM is so expensive, it comes with a free Intel Core 9 CPU
One Newegg promotion paired 64GB of DDR5 RAM (retail price of almost $900) with a "free" top-shelf Intel Core 9 285K processor.
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Chrome update fixes 8 high-risk browser vulnerabilities
Google has released a new security update for Chrome that addresses several vulnerabilities.
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I pushed my MacBook Neo to the limit. It didn’t break
Apple's budget laptop handled a week of stress better than I did.
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Arm finally moves into silicon
Arm has designed its first silicon chips with help from Meta, though they're designed for the data center, and not the PC.
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OpenAI’s Sora video app is going away
Sora’s shockingly realistic AI videos stunned the world two years ago, but OpenAI’s video-generation platform never quite caught on.
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ChatGPT just added a locker for file uploads
You can now visit the ChatGPT Library to view and manage your uploaded and created files.
Updated
The FCC's router crackdown clouds the future of home Wi-Fi
New details have emerged about the restrictions that the FCC is placing on consumer routers, including firmware updates, the use of foreign components, and who will be allowed to use the new routers.
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Claude controlled my Mac for half an hour. It was a wild, worrisome ride
Giving Claude the wheel of my Mac was a cool and crazy experience. But it’s also a privacy risk and a token hog.
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Windows 11 update kills hidden trick for faster NVMe driver
The latest update blocks a registry tweak that delivered a native NVMe driver for Windows 11, ported over from Windows Server.
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Microsoft finally rolls out redesigned Outlook contact profiles
These changes bring smarter search, color-coding, and filters that let Microsoft 365 users find contacts by name, job title, department, city, or personal notes.
Feature
TMR keyboards work nothing like the one you're typing on
TMR keyboards operate without contact and with extreme precision, allowing you to optimize trigger points, profiles, and functions to fully harness the benefits.
Feature
I use Windows 11 every day. These 6 issues need fixing ASAP
Microsoft has agreed to solve some of Windows' biggest problems, and identified some that it's working on. But let's not forget there are some other major problems with Windows that also need to be fixed.
Feature
Adobe Acrobat Standard vs. Acrobat Pro: When does spending more make sense?
Ready for more functionality than Adobe's free Acrobat Reader offers? Here's what you need to know before purchasing the paid PDF editor.
Updated
FCC moves to block new foreign-made routers
The Federal Communications Commission has placed routers manufactured in foreign countries on the Covered List, which would block all new routers made overseas from being approved for sale in the U.S.
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I learned everything I need to know about Crimson Desert from one screenshot
Behold my ultra time-efficient upgrade on watching Let's Play videos as game summaries.
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