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Best password managers: 6 trustworthy options
The best password is one you probably can't easily remember—that's why a password manager is so crucial to your online security. We review LastPass, Dashlane, Keeper, NordPass, and others to find the best one for managing passwords.
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Asus ROG Harpe II ACE review: This $169 gaming mouse is worth every penny
The Asus ROG Harpe II Ace is a lightweight, responsive gaming mouse that ticks off all the right boxes. That said, the 8K polling eats up a lot of power and the price tag might be too steep for some.
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Windows search not finding your PDF text? Here's how to fix it
The Windows search function is also able to include the content of PDF files in its index. Unfortunately, the subsequent search does not always work reliably.
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I did a 1-week social media detox. These 4 immediate benefits surprised me
Whether you generally enjoy using social media or not, doing so is having an impact on your life. With this in mind, I decided to take a week off to see what, if any, differences it would make. And the results were, quite frankly, astonishing.
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Share your calendar in Outlook to cut down on scheduling emails
Instead of going back and forth over email about your availability, you can simply share your calendar in Microsoft Outlook.
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The biggest smart home fails of 2025, ranked
From overheating smart beds and privacy snafus to generative AI foul-ups and bricked smart thermostats, we had a bumper crop of smart home fails this year.
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PC gamers are snatching Windows 11 Pro while it’s still $9.97 (MSRP $199)
Enjoy Auto HDR, DirectStorage support, and enhanced security at the lowest price it's ever been.
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Stop paying for extra iCloud storage — This $20 app frees up space instantly
A smart, on-device cleaner that helps you reclaim iPhone storage without upgrading your iCloud plan.
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This 10TB cloud storage lifetime subscription just dropped under $300
An Internxt 10TB cloud storage lifetime subscription is now only $270 (reg. $2,900).
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Best DisplayLink docks 2026: Move over, Thunderbolt
The DisplayLink dock uses data compression as a low-cost, effective alternative to Thunderbolt docks and USB-C hubs. Here are our picks for the best DisplayLink docking stations.
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Best SSDs: From SATA to PCIe 5.0, from budget to premium
The best solid-state drives can supercharge your PC. Here are our picks for the best SSDs, and what you should know before a purchase.
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I failed at spotting AI slop videos. Can you do better?
I did far worse than I expected. I think a lot of people will do just as bad.
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I can’t believe I’m saying this, but I would buy DLC for Windows 11
No hate mail please—I mean a specific kind of additional content that would be worth everyone’s time.
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Use Microsoft Excel data types to save unnecessary typing
You can use Microsoft Excel data types to save you manually typing out stats.
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The best PC games of 2025 (that don't need a graphics card)
You don't need a $2,000 graphics card to play the best new games. Here are ten great new titles from the first half of 2025 that'll run on almost anything, and don't cost much either.
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Best USB-C cables: Get quality charging and data transfers
We bought a bunch of USB-C cables and put them through the wringer to find the best ones for your charging and data transfer needs.
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SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7 Gen 2 review: A comfy headset for PC and console
The Arctis Nova 7 Gen 2 scored highly in the test in terms of sound, comfort, and flexibility, but has minor weaknesses in terms of microphone and features.
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I'm in love with an ultra-specific Windows Copilot+ feature
Microsoft bundles numerous features with Copilot+ PCs that you won't see if you don't own one. Here's a list, including the one I use most.
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How to set up your new computer the right way
Set up your new Windows computer the right way by performing these crucial tasks.
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The best free software for your PC
These are the best free programs that any PC needs: solid security tools, productivity software, and more.
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10 hidden Windows features that will blow your mind
These quick tips will help you save time and get organized, on Windows 10 and 11 alike.
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Office + Windows 11 Pro for $40 is the best add-on to your Christmas PC
The essential upgrades your holiday laptop probably did not come with
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Best VPNs for Android: 5 top picks for phones and tablets
PCWorld's picks for the best VPNs for Android devices including smartphones and tablets.
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Best antivirus software 2026: These 8 apps keep your PC safe
Your Windows PC needs virus protection. Some threats can’t be avoided without the aid of antivirus software. Choose the best antivirus software for you from our top picks.
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Cherry Xtrfy H3 Wireless review: A comfortable, long-lasting gaming headset
The Cherry Xtrfy H3 Wireless is a no-frills, comfortable gaming headset with excellent battery life and precise sound localization, ideal for PC and PlayStation gamers focused on competitive play.
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Copilot+ laptops can now automatically create captions in Word and PowerPoint
Now you don't have to describe everything that appears in the images in your documents.
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How to follow Santa's journey around the world
Choose between Google Santa Tracker and Norad tracks Santa.
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From media centers to Kali Linux: How to dual boot on Raspberry Pi
A Raspberry Pi multiboot lets you pick Raspberry Pi OS, Ubuntu, or MX Linux at startup without changing SD cards.
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Bring your own RAM? This new strategy for buying a PC hurts
On the same day our staff imagined this as a possible trend for 2026, Maingear comes right out and proves that we’re not crazy. But also, this is crazy.
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7 ways I prime my mouse for the best performance in PC games
Your gaming mouse's settings can have a big impact on your gaming performance. Here's how to optimize your settings to maximize your gaming.
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Two free websites I actually use to work faster on my PC
Here we show you two practical and helpful websites to make your life easier.
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Today’s best laptop deals: Save big on work, school, home use, and gaming
These are the best deals on home use laptops, gaming laptops, and Chromebooks we can find, updated every weekday.
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Meet Upscayl: This free AI tool turns blurry photos into high-detail images
Upscayl uses AI technology to scale images to a larger format. The open source tool adds sharpness and brings details to light. There are several modes and models to choose from.
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Enjoy creating on a MacBook? Windows GeForce RTX 5070 Series laptops might surprise you
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How to simplify your digital life with 1Password
Just one password to remember for the rest of your life. Here's how 1Password can make the internet easy again.
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Turn data into clear visuals with this $10 MS Visio Pro lifetime license
Get a lifetime license to Microsoft Visio 2021 Professional for just $9.97—perfect for turning complex data into visuals.
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The best PCIe 4.0 SSDs for blistering storage speeds
Our list has picks for best PCIe 4.0 SSD overall, best on a budget, best for a game consoles, and more. Plus what you need to know about ultra-fast PCIe 4.0 drives in general.
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QNAP TS-264-8G review: Power NAS with high upgrade potential
The QNAP Turbostation TS-264-8G two-bay network storage impressively demonstrates in the test what is possible with 2.5GbE NAS home servers — in terms of speed and upgrade options.
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Best Thunderbolt docks: Extend your laptop’s capabilities
The best docking station for a laptop is a Thunderbolt dock. We frequently test Thunderbolt 3 and Thunderbolt 4 laptop docking stations, and we've collected the best desktop docks to use your laptop's Thunderbolt port. Now included: Thunderbolt 5!
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PC prices could rise by 8% in 2026 due to memory shortages
At the same time, IDC predicts that the PC market could also shrink by 8.9 per cent during the year.
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Lumary Permanent Outdoor Lights Max review: Bright lights, bad app
“Max” is an apt description for the super-bright Lumary Permanent Outdoor Lights Max, but the undercooked app needed to program them is for the birds.
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HP's OmniBook X Flip 2-in-1 plummets to $630 with a huge 40% discount
The HP OmniBook X Flip 2-in-1 can do it all—and it's an amazing get at this price. Don't pass up this opportunity!
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Score this mighty mini PC with 32GB RAM and Windows 11 Pro for 32% off
The Acemagic W1 mini PC has a killer configuration for the price now that it's down to just $519 (was $759) on Amazon.
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Samsung's stunning 32-inch 4K OLED gaming monitor is $500 off
Before the holiday season ends, grab Samsung's Odyssey OLED G8 at a massive discount on Amazon!
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Logitech's outstanding MX Master 3S mouse has never been cheaper
Logitech's awesome MX Master 3S Bluetooth Edition is only $80 (was $100) right now on Amazon!
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Your USB-C cables aren't broken. This $14 tester shows what's really going on
Which USB-C cable can do what? It's often not that easy to find out. A clever cable tester helps to sort cables according to their capabilities.
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32-bit support on Steam is now cancelled
In the future, you will need to run a 64-bit version of Windows on your computer.