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Make Chrome safer against scam sites by flipping on this AI feature
Chrome's Enhanced Safe Browsing feature now uses AI to recognize online threats as they surface.
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Don't get locked out of Dashlane! Here's how to set up recovery methods
It takes 10 minutes max, and you’ll avoid a huge headache if you ever forget your password or lose access to your 2FA methods.
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Samsung and LG Smart TVs are watching you. Here's how to stop it
TV manufacturers such as Samsung record viewing behavior of the content you watch. However, consent to this can be refused.
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You should know how to recover your Windows account. Do you?
A few minutes now can save you from getting locked out of your PC later—and losing access to all your cloud files.
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I hate Outlook's reading pane change. Here’s how I fixed it
Several weeks ago, Microsoft would no longer let me hide or turn off the reading pane in Outlook. Then I finally figured out the workaround.
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This free app fixed my posture and stopped my backaches
SitApp will monitor your posture in real time as you sit or stand near your PC and track your progress over time.
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Amazon account hacked? Here's what to do
Getting locked out of your Amazon account or seeing strange orders can be scary. Here’s how to take back control and keep it safe.
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Unlock this AI feature in Firefox and never fall for a scam link again
AI-powered link previews are a great way to "see ahead" so you don't end up clicking on malicious links.
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Meet BleachBit, the killer free app that cleans your Windows PC's junk
For the first time in many years, the deletion specialist app Bleachbit released a new version. We take a closer look at Bleachbit 5.0 and show you how to use the tool—even from the command line!
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Want to download 4K YouTube videos? This app makes it quick and easy
Some video downloaders act like malware, but 4K Video Downloader Plus downloads video with no fuss.
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Instagram might be leaking your location. Here's how to check
A new feature launched this summer could be letting others track you without you knowing.
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This simple Microsoft Outlook trick helps me sort my emails in a flash
This simple trick in Outlook helps me distinguish emails I'm just CC'd into as opposed to ones I need to urgently reply to.
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Check out this AI chatbot that doesn't spy on your every move
If you have privacy concerns when using mainstream AI chatbots, you might want to switch to Proton Lumo.
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Worried your PayPal account was hacked? Here's how to take back control
If your PayPal account has been hacked, every minute counts. We show you what immediate measures you need to take and how you can reliably protect your account.
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8 free Adobe Photoshop alternatives that actually work
Retouching, editing, adding effects—some image editing programs can easily rival Photoshop. Best of all, they’re completely free!
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How I get column titles in Microsoft Excel to fit perfectly
Here's a simple trick for fitting your header columns in Excel.
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This website turns my scribbles into artful drawings
This website can help you draw things you can't!
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How to view the HTML code of emails in the new Outlook app
The usual "View source" feature is missing in the new Outlook. Use this little trick to see HTML code again.
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Your Windows 11 PC hangs at shutdown? Adobe may be at fault
Adobe Creative Cloud is already expensive enough. But it might be costing you time, too.
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Keep hackers away from your data! How to encrypt your laptop and USB drive
Laptops, external drives, and USB sticks are especially vulnerable to data theft, but with Windows and a few tools, you can protect them using encryption.
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This YouTube feature helps me protect people's privacy in my videos
If you're producing content for YouTube you're going to want to know this privacy tip for videos.
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4 exotic phishing scams are surging. Here's how to catch them in the act
Phishing attacks are getting more advanced by the day. To help protect yourself against them, we'll provide information about the latest tricks used by these lowly criminals.
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De-Google your life: These 17 privacy-obsessed apps will set you free
Want to say goodbye to Google services? How to make the switch: We show you the best alternatives to Google Search, Gmail, Android & Co. – for more data protection and digital independence.
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Fake AI images are flooding the Internet. Here's how to recognize them
Faking images, videos, and voice recordings has become much easier with the latest AI technology. But there are also new tools designed to recognize these fakes.
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Is someone spying on your Wi-Fi? How to sniff out network snoops easily
Suspiciously slow Internet or unknown devices connecting without permission? How to recognize uninvited guests on your home network
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OperaGX is a browser built for PC gamers, and these 5 features prove it
Stylish, fast, and powerful – Opera GX is the perfect browser for gamers. Here are 5 top tips and tricks to get the most out of this ingenious surfing tool.
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Add several features to Chrome with this free DeepSeek AI extension
DeepSeek turned heads when it burst onto the scene last year. Now, you can get the AI assistant directly in any Chromium-based browser.
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I love this Opera GX browser feature that protects your gaming FPS
Opera GX protects your FPS while gaming: with RAM and CPU limiters, you can avoid lags and stutters—ideal for gamers juggling many open tabs!
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Microsoft Edge can now block scareware, but there’s a tiny catch
Microsoft’s browser can spot fake alerts about technical issues or even a compromised PC, but it’s not automatic.
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How I use YouTube’s timestamp feature to share perfect clips
Send your colleagues, friends, and family members YouTube URLs that take them straight to the best bits, without the chaff!
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I just discovered Slack has reminders and it's blowing my mind
The reminder feature is arguably Slack's most useful feature. Here's how to use it.
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Every Windows PC has a secret tool to identify 'real' Prime Day deals
You may be aware of several sites that track Prime Day deals to ensure you're not being cheated. One is already installed in your PC, hidden in your browser.
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How to save your Microsoft Office ribbon settings
Many users customize the ribbons in Microsoft Office to optimize their workflows—but they could be lost without a backup.
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How to permanently display your character count in Microsoft Word
Microsoft Word displays the word count in the status bar at the bottom left, but you can also have it permanently show the character count as well. Here's how.
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This ethical hacker’s one tip changed how I think about digital scams
Just a small amount of effort has a big effect.
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How to see your emails and calendar at the same time in Outlook
Instead of switching between email and calendar views, you can conveniently have both open—in both the classic and new Outlook apps.
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Excel: How to create a personalised search field
Learn how to easily set up your own search field in Excel to find and filter content within a table.
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Never share a Word document without running this quick check first
Word saves information about the author and changes in documents, so before you pass on a document, you should delete this data.
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I turned a browser tab into a handy notepad. It's easy!
I use this simple trick to convert my web browser into a notepad when I'm browsing the web.
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Clear your YouTube activity history and reclaim your data privacy
Your Google account tracks the YouTube videos you've watched, liked, and commented on. Delete this data to protect your privacy.
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How to switch from Windows 10 to Linux: A technical guide
Everything you need to switch successfully from Windows to Linux—including hardware, software, and Windows license management.
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How to use Word's Spike tool to cut and paste multiple passages at once
The Spike function in Word allows you to cut and paste several text passages at the same time.
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Proton VPN: The first 5 settings you need to change
These quick and easy changes will optimize your VPN experience.
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Getting email you didn't sign up for? Don't unsubscribe—it might be a scam
If you’re trying to rid yourself of unwanted messages, you could put yourself at risk when trying to unsubscribe from the mailing list.
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ChatGPT can plan your dream getaway—if you know how to ask
ChatGPT can create itineraries, compare connections, and give you insider tips. Here's how to use the AI correctly for holiday planning.
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5 ways to get Alexa to shut the hell up
Is Alexa driving you nuts with unnecessary weather alerts, ultra-detailed delivery updates, and random "by the way" digressions? Help is here.
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Want classic Outlook to always reply to emails in a new window? Here's how!
When replying to emails in Outlook, you might prefer to write your replies in a new window. Here's how to do it.
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How to integrate helpful input notes into Excel cells
Enhance your spreadsheets by providing on-the-spot instructions.
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How to install a VPN on a Fire TV Stick
Enjoy greater privacy and the ability to unlock location-restricted content by using a VPN with your Fire TV Stick.
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