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Nvidia is hiring Linux gaming experts
Two new job listings indicate that Nvidia is paying attention to gamers running Linux, specifically using Vulkan.
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Do NOT use AI-generated passwords, security experts warn
Unsurprising to anyone who understands "AI" chatbots, passwords created using the likes of ChatGPT and Gemini are fundamentally insecure.
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Anthropic just wrote itself a safety loophole
Amid its standoff with the Pentagon, the company behind Claude has loosened the very safety pledge that once set the AI giant apart.
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Dang it. YouTube Premium Lite is now worth $8/month
With background playback and offline downloads added to its features list, YouTube's cheapest plan is actually worth considering now.
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I hate that we need scam protection in ChatGPT. But we do
If only people were easier to reach without spiking electricity costs and water usage.
Opinion
Put a PC in your living room. You won't regret it
The Windows desktop is great on a TV. Here's everything you need to know about why you should give it a try.
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Make Xbox Game Pass affordable again
Microsoft's new Xbox chief, Asha Sharma, has a chance to fix Xbox Game Pass and Microsoft Rewards in two quick strokes of the pen.
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Her AI agent nuked 200 emails. This guardrail stops the next disaster
There is a way to let AI agents organize your email, manage your files, and perform other magical tasks without nuking your data. Just ask a coder.
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Microsoft adds setting to disable AI sharing in Windows 11 taskbar
AI sharing allows you to grant permission to AI assistants like Copilot to have access to entire app windows in your taskbar.
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A modder turned a Victorian radiator into a steampunk gaming PC
Billet Labs made a gorgeous and functional custom loop out of a cast-iron radiator. The full steampunk PC weighs over 200 pounds.
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Meta’s Manus AI just added a nifty OpenClaw trick
You can now chat with Manus AI using Telegram, a feature that takes the Meta-owned AI agent tool a step closer toward OpenClaw territory.
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Classic Outlook bug causes mouse pointers to randomly disappear
You may also notice this bug occurring in other Microsoft 365 apps, although to a lesser extent.
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Facebook ads for Windows 11 deliver malware
"Free upgrades" to Windows 11 turned into downloads that steal passwords and cryptocurrency.
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New Xbox boss promises no 'bad AI' and a 'return to Xbox'
The incoming CEO of Microsoft's gaming business says she has "no tolerance for bad AI." There's way too much wiggle room in that statement.
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Chrome update fixes 3 more high-risk security vulnerabilities
The latest security update for Chrome fixes several vulnerabilities. Update soon if you haven't already.
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Microsoft offers extended security updates to more Windows versions
Microsoft is expanding its ESU program by adding extended support for additional Windows versions.
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Netflix is my new no-lie laptop battery test
We took the major laptop processors (so far) in 2025 and asked them to stream "One Piece" from Netflix until they ran out of juice. One emerged as the clear winner in our testing.
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Windows 11 26H2 is coming: Meet all the new features
Windows 11 26H2 is the next major free update for all Windows users. Among other things, it brings improvements to Explorer, camera control, and AI. Here's an overview.
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New phishing hacks aren't sloppy—they're personalized
Scammers want your money, and their efforts are becoming harder to spot. Here’s how to evade their attacks.
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What’s behind the OpenClaw ban wave
Using OAuth credentials to connect the viral AI tool OpenClaw to your flat-rate Claude or Gemini account could get you banned. Here’s why.
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The big new Linux release isn't a big deal
Linus Torvalds has announced the release candidate for the Linux 7.0 kernel, which is available for you to try.
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Microsoft names Copilot as 'best' Windows productivity app. Really?
Copilot just isn't good enough yet to top any list of productivity apps.
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Microsoft Edge starts phasing out key password manager feature
You will no longer be able to create a master password for Edge's password manager. Existing master passwords will eventually be deprecated, too.
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Android malware alert: Fake IPTV apps will steal your bank details
A new Android malware campaign exploits interest in IPTV streaming to disguise itself as a harmless app.
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Dell is also afraid of Nvidia GPU connectors bursting into flame
A review of a Dell workstation with an RTX 5070 Ti shows a custom, reinforced connection for the 12V-2×6 power rail.
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Nvidia's new Arm chips could shake up Dell, Lenovo laptops soon
The Wall Street Journal reports that both companies will ship laptops with Nvidia-designed, MediaTek-produced Arm CPUs in the first half of this year.
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ChatGPT might get cheaper 'Pro Lite' tier
Evidence has surfaced of a possible $100-a-month ChatGPT “Pro Lite” plan that would bridge the gap between ChatGPT’s Plus and Pro tiers.
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Don't fall for it: Edge's 'VPN' feature isn't a true VPN, expert warns
The so-called Edge Secure Network isn't so much a VPN as it is a proxy.
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Copilot uses your Microsoft activity data to personalize its responses
Fortunately, you can disable this setting and opt out—for now.
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Strip out Windows 11’s bloatware, ads, and other grossness—for free
A new Windows PC can be full of bloat. But this handy app can help you streamline it in minutes!
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ChatGPT’s first hardware may look familiar
Early rumors pointed toward a mold-breaking, pocket-sized AI companion without a screen, but OpenAI’s first hardware device might be far more pedestrian.
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Dell's new 27-inch 240Hz gaming monitor is a $130 budget beast
With a 27-inch IPS panel and plenty of speed for online multiplayer, this thing is just what the doctor ordered for budget builds.
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Google is cramming Gemini AI chat into YouTube on smart TVs
The AI responses will be contextual and tailored to whatever it is you're currently watching.
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Accio Lawyers! Microsoft manager trained AI on pirated Potter books
A 2024 blog post, now remoted, pointed to a pirated collection of all seven Harry Potter novels and showed users how to use it to make a generative AI system.
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Windows Notepad gets image support, becoming even more like WordPad
With every Notepad update, we ask ourselves why Microsoft ever discontinued WordPad in the first place.
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Bought G.Skill RAM after 2018? You could claim up to $150 in free cash
A class-action settlement against G.Skill provides up to $2.4 million in funds to repay consumers who bought RAM.
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Your password manager isn't as safe as you think
Security experts have found serious security vulnerabilities in widely-used password managers. Here's what they advise users to do.
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Capture cards tested: When PCIe still wins (and when USB is better)
Will Smith, pro gamer and streamer (what, he gets paid!) is here to test internal and external capture cards from Elgato and AverMedia.
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OpenClaw AI is going viral. Don't install it
It lives on your devices, works 24/7, makes its own decisions, and has access to your most sensitive files. Think twice before setting OpenClaw loose on your system.
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Gemini's 'Personal Intelligence' is pushy and weird
It’s supposed to personalize your Gemini chats, but “Personal Intelligence” keeps butting in when it isn’t needed.
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Hear me out: I'd rent Valve's Steam Machine
I hate the idea of leasing a standard PC. But such a scheme could save the concept of PC gaming consoles.
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How fast is your Internet? Windows 11 will (finally) tell you
Microsoft is nearing the rollout of a network speed test that's built right into Windows. You'll be able to see if your Internet speeds are what your ISP promised.
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Oh no, Intel is moving customer support to AI
Intel is migrating its support.intel.com site to lean more heavily on AI, which has already appeared in support chats. But is it the right move?
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Claude Sonnet 4.6 brings 1M token power and fewer AI hallucinations
Anthropic's newest model is a clear step up from previous models—and early access testers widely agree.
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This NZXT SFF case is CUTE
The new H2 Flow case isn't the smollest of beans, since it can handle a 331mm GPU. But with a mix of mesh and glass to show off the components, it sure is a looker.
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Ring denies being 'mass surveillance' but AI dog tracking will continue
While it's abandoned plans to partner with a controversial camera network, Ring will reportedly "move forward" with the dog-tracking Search Party feature.
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Gemini can now create AI music
With the new Lyria 3 AI model, Google's Gemini can now create 30-second musical compositions based on your prompts.
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Xbox's 'Clip That' feature could come to ROG Ally handheld first
A report on a new internal build of the Xbox Ally software says a "Highlight Reels" feature would automatically create saved, shareable videos of exciting game moments.
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Google boosts visibility of links in AI search results after backlash
Google Search's AI Overviews and AI Mode have allegedly caused widespread loss of traffic to news sites, blogs, and other web publishers.
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