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The best free VPNs: 5 no-cost top picks
VPNs are best when they're paid for, but the top free VPNs can still keep you private without breaking the bank.
News
If you're a Substack user, your data might've been leaked
Substack has confirmed that a data breach took place, but hasn't said how many users are affected.
News
Internet Archive unveils tool to save the web from dead links
Link Fixer is a WordPress plugin designed to stop "link rot" and keep old web pages alive even after they've gone inaccessible.
News
Avoid Windows 11 if you care about your data, privacy experts warn
Windows 11 may have some new features, but Windows 10 is better for data privacy. But there's another option that's even better than Windows 10.
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This website lets you learn 50 languages for free
Learn 50 languages for free with this helpful website.
News
Anthropic promises no ads in Claude, upsetting ChatGPT's CEO
Anthropic says embedded ads would defeat the entire purpose of its AI chatbot. Sam Altman had words about that.
News
US Justice Dept. wants Google to hurt more after monopoly trial
The federal government and state attorneys general have appealed the somewhat light punishment of Google's search monopoly. The DoJ had formerly pushed for Google to sell Chrome.
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Google Gemini sees big growth, cracks 750+ million users
For comparison, OpenAI's ChatGPT is estimated to have around 810 million users.
News
Microsoft bakes one of its best security tools right into Windows 11
Sysmon was once something you had to seek out and install. Now this pro-level system monitoring tool is integrated right into Windows 11.
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Adobe actually listened to its users: Animate isn't going anywhere
Originally launched in 1996, you once knew it as Flash. Adobe has reversed its decision to sunset Animate, to the relief of users all over the world.
News
ExpressVPN levels up with new privacy and security features
ExpressVPN expands with a wealth of new products including password, email, and identity protection tools.
News
Microsoft Copilot claims it can set reminders. My phone never buzzed
Copilot now says that it can schedule a reminder and send it to your phone. But it can't actually do this, among the most basic of tasks.
Updated
Fastest VPN 2026: Expert picks of the top 5 VPN speed demons
If you have the need, the need for VPN speed, we've got recommendations about the best choices for you.
Tip
Struggling to concentrate? This free Pomodoro app fixes your focus
The Pomodoro Technique divides time into 25-minute work intervals with short breaks to increase concentration and productivity.
Feature
A new PC doesn't feel like home until I install this app
Every time I set up a new Windows PC, I always install Total Commander. It's reliable and very useful.
Feature
How to use Windows to wipe your location data from a photo
Your privacy matters—especially since you can’t trust everyone you share photos with will treat your location data carefully.
News
Uh oh! 1+ million Android apps exposed 700 TB of sensitive user data
An analysis of 1.8 million Android apps reveals that insecure code left over 700 TB of user data exposed, including API keys and financial details.
News
Finally! Firefox just gave you an AI kill switch
New versions of Firefox will let you totally disable all AI features with a single toggle
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High-risk Office security flaw: Microsoft issues emergency updates
A "high risk" security vulnerability was found in numerous versions of Microsoft Office. You should install the provided emergency updates ASAP.
Opinion
Why I'm cancelling my Hello Fresh subscription after 5 years
At first glance, a Hello Fresh subscription seems worthwhile, but there are now a few problems with the service.