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Affordable, genuine software
Brytesoft, for instance, offers cheap Windows and Office keys. Even better, these keys come with a lifetime warranty, so you won't have to worry about it until there's a new version you want to upgrade to.
And we get it—you're probably worried about whether or not the keys are going to be valid or whether you're wasting your money. With Brytesoft, however, that shouldn't be a concern because this is a retailer that's been around for almost 15 years and has a Trustpilot rating of 4.7 stars with over 6,200 reviews.
It doesn't only sell you product keys, every purchase comes with a lifetime warranty, 24/7 technical support, a money-back guarantee, and instant delivery. Step-by-step download and product activation guides are also provided to ensure a seamless activation.
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The discount code applies to all products at Brytesoft.
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It's called We Love Every Game, more specifically its Steam Sale browsing tool. It's made by Totally Human Media, a Boston-based company that also has some interesting long-form articles on the subject. But the Steam Sale tool is what you should check out if you're trying to sift through the mountains of discounts on Steam right now.
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Luckily, you don't need to buy a complete 7.1 surround sound system to feel satisfied. For less than $100, you can find some affordable PC speakers that provide quality audio. It's true that at this price point you will need to make a few compromises, but the best budget computer speakers can still offer a quality listening experience while saving you money, and that's what we call a win-win.
Why should you trust us? Because our PC speaker reviewers have tried most of the budget speaker models on the market, so they know the ones that stand out from those that don't quite hit the mark. Our testing criteria is also as thorough as it gets. To test each speaker, we set it up in a typical environment — on a desk in a home office — and play a variety of audio tracks while pushing a speaker system's sound capabilities to the limit. We consider everything from how practical the design is, to the audio fidelity. We also compare and contrast models to make recommendations based on our findings.
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The 2025 MLB season is set to begin with the Tokyo Series on March 18 and 19, featuring the Los Angeles Dodgers and the Chicago Cubs at the Tokyo Dome. Following this international opener, Opening Day for the remaining teams is scheduled for March 27.
Major networks such as Fox, ESPN, TBS, and Apple TV will continue their coverage, with ESPN set to air a doubleheader on Opening Day and TBS maintaining its Tuesday-night broadcasts. The Roku Channel has taken over MLB Sunday Leadoff, and Apple TV continues to offer Friday Night Baseball. Meanwhile, MLB.tv remains the go-to service for out-of-market games, and local media rights are changing as MLB takes over broadcasts for teams including the San Diego Padres, Arizona Diamondbacks, and Cleveland Guardians.
The postseason lineup remains largely the same, with ESPN networks airing the Wild Card Series, TBS handling the National League playoffs, and Fox carrying the American League playoffs and the World Series. And with the upcoming end of ESPN's MLB contract after 2025, this season could mark a turning point for baseball's media landscape.
To help you navigate all the options, we've broken down the best ways to watch Major League Baseball in 2025.
This story has been updated for the 2025 season.
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It's called We Love Every Game, more specifically its Steam Sale browsing tool. It's made by Totally Human Media, a Boston-based company that also has some interesting long-form articles on the subject. But the Steam Sale tool is what you should check out if you're trying to sift through the mountains of discounts on Steam right now.
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Compared to the ubiquitous lithium-ion batteries we all know and use, sodium-ion batteries offer several advantages.
Advantages of sodium-ion batteries
For starters, sodium-ion batteries are considered to be more environmentally friendly, as the main substance used—sodium chloride—is much more prevalent and easier to acquire than lithium. Furthermore, sodium tends to be safer as it isn't as reactive as lithium.
Sodium-ion batteries also tolerate lower temperatures better. According to Elecom, the new power bank tech can be used in temperatures as low as -35 degrees up to 50 degrees Celsius (or -31 to 122 Fahrenheit).
However, the main advantage rests in the charging cycles. According to Elecom, a sodium-ion power bank can go through up to 5,00
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According to Windows Latest, an unexpected bug has crept into the update that causes the Copilot app to be uninstalled on some devices and unpinned from the taskbar. The problem occurs with updates KB5053598 (Windows 11 24H2) and KB5053602 (Windows 11 23H2) as well as KB5053606 (Windows 10 22H2).
Microsoft has confirmed the bug, updated the respective release notes accordingly, and is already working on a solution.
What can you do?
Until Microsoft fixes the issue, you can manually reinstall the Copilot app from the Microsoft Store and pin it to the taskbar again. Incidentally, Copilot for Microsoft 365 isn't affected by the bug.
Other problems with the update
It was previously reported that the March update for Windows 11 24H2 PCs is riddled with issues, with users
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The nixed features were spotted by 9to5Google on a support page that lists other deprecated Google Assistant features, including more than a dozen that were dropped early last year. Among the chopped Google Assistant features that owners of Nest smart speakers and displays might miss is Family Bell, which allowed users to create reminder bells for family events such as breakfast or dinner time.
Originally launched back in 2020 at the height of the Covid pandemic, Family Bell was actually marked for deletion more than a year ago, but it continued to work for many users past its expiration date. Indeed, I can still access a Family Bell settings page in the Google Home app
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The MX Vertical is a delicious blend of stylish shape, premium components, and comfy materials. Ergonomics are relative and up to personal preference, of course, but the 57-degree "handshake" position of the mouse sure feels comfortable to me. The mouse doesn't skimp on functionality, either, with two thumb buttons and a sensitivity switch that can be customized, a 4,000 DPI sensor, and Logitech's neat Flow functionality that can switch between Bluetooth or dongle-connected devices just by moving to the side of the screen.
If the MX Vertical has one weakness, it's that it's an exclusively right-handed design. (Southpaws will want to check out the Logitech Lift, which is less fancy but comes in a left-handed version.) But if you're ready to buy, hop on this deal quickly. Discounts on MX mice have a history of disappearing without warning.
Save 30% on the Logitech MX Vertical mouse with this rare deal
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Microsoft's Remote Desktop app is one of the easier ways to remotely connect to a PC while you're out and about, allowing you to access a PC remotely and even perform some basic file transfers. (Unfortunately, since the October 2024 Update for Windows 11, the app has had some issues.)
In September 2024, however, Microsoft began rounding up some of its connectivity services and putting them inside what it calls the Windows App. (Yes, we think that the name isn't the best, either.) However, Microsoft did so as a unified way to allow users to connect remotely from other PCs or mobile devices.
Now, having migrated users over to the Windows App, Microsoft is removing support for the Remote Desktop app, it said this week.
"Starting May 27, 2025, the Remote Desktop app for Windows from the Microsoft Store will no longer be supported or available for download and installation," Microsoft said. "Users must transition to Windows App to ensure continued access to Windows 365, Azure Virtual Desktop, and Microsoft Dev Box."
The process has some nuances. If you're a Remote Desktop user, you'll need to keep using the Remote Desktop
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The rising prices were spotted by VideoCardz.com, which details prices that have jumped up in the last few days. The company's top-of-the-line model, the ROG RTX 5090 Astral LC with its all-in-one water cooler, hasn't gotten a price increase (though since it started at over $3,400, or $1,400 above the 5090's $2,000 "base" price, that's not surprising). The cheapest 5090 on the Asus store is now $2,760, rising $280 over its launch price a few weeks ago and $760 over MSRP.
The hikes aren't limited to high-end models, either. Via Archive.org, you can see that the Asus Prime RTX 5080 launched at $999.99, hitting Nvidia's MSRP after a "discount" of $265, but that card now goes for $1,265. AMD's just-released Radeon RX 9070 and 9070 XT cards aren't spared, with VideoCardz.com reporting that "Prime" variants of both were listed at AMD's base prices of $550 and $600 at launch two weeks ago but are now $660 and $720, jumping an even
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FSR 4 isn't widely available, not even across high-profile games. Cyberpunk 2077 fans, for example, have been unimpressed that CD Projekt Red hasn't yet gotten around to adding FSR 4 support.
So, what's a gamer to do? Well, you could go out and buy a new Nvidia RTX 50-series card to reap the benefits of DLSS 4 instead, which is the competitor technology to AMD's FSR 4. But you likely aren't keen on that option if you've already invested $600 in a new AMD GPU.
Thankfully, you have another option due to the efforts of one modder who has created an app that unlocks FSR 4 in games that don't support it. The OptiScaler app by High Yield makes FSR 4 work in any game that supports Nvidia's DLSS 2 (or later) or Intel's XeSS. Additionally, it can enable Frame Generation in games that don't support it, and it can even add anti-lag support through Nvidia Reflex technologies.
In order for the app to work, though, you need to have DirectX 12 installed and either a Radeon RX 9070 or RX 9070 XT graphics card. But the results speak for themselves and make it all worth it.
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And that's never more true than on Amazon. If you're a frequent Amazon shopper, you owe it to yourself to always look at a product's price history before checking out—and you can do that with CamelCamelCamel.
CamelCamelCamel is a simple website where you can paste the page URL for an Amazon product into the search bar at the top (or type in a product's name and select from a list of suggestions). You'll then get a graph that shows the history of its prices for Amazon, New, and Used listings (i.e., third-party sellers). You can also change the date period to show prices from 1 month, 3 months, 6 months, or 12 months ago.
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That's why I'm telling you to buy the less-expensive laptop model and upgrade the storage yourself.
Of course, it's easier said than done. You have to make sure the laptop is easily upgradable, which isn't always a given. Gaming laptops and business laptops are fairly easy to open, with plenty of helpful YouTube videos that'll walk you through any given model. But ultra-thin, ultra-portable laptops often sacrifice upgradability to do what they do.
Still, if you don't mind shopping around, this is a great way to acquire a laptop with lots of storage at a cheaper price. I've personally done it with multiple laptops and I've saved hundreds each time. Here's what you need to know to start doing this yourself.
Upgrading the storage on your laptop could be easier than you think
If your laptop has upgradable storage, the actual upgrade process will
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The super-tiny, super-cute Blink Mini 2 is on sale for half price on Amazon, bringing the cost down from its original $40 to just $20. You can literally buy peace of mind for the price of restaurant entree.
While I don't have the Blink Mini 2 myself, I do have a very similar home security cam with nearly identical features: motion detection, two-way audio, and 1080p HD video. I use it to check in on my pets and see if they're doing anything they shouldn't be, like climbing over the new couch or chewing on my slippers. Plus, I often miss them when I'm away and love being able to check in whenever I want.
But the Blink Mini 2 also has a few features I don't have, like an LED spotlight. Yes, you read that right. This tiny camera has a built-in LED spotlight that helps put some color into its night-view footage. Also, if you have a Blink Video Doorbell (sold separately), the Mini 2 can also act as a chime for when people ring your doorbell. You can also set up the Mini 2 for outdoor surveillance because it's weather-resistant, but you'll need a Blink Weather Resistant Power Adapter (sold separately) for that.
With a Blink subscription plan, you can also unlock smart notifications, store footage in the cloud, and share clips with others. Plans start at $3/month ($30/year) for a single device and go
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Frame rate explained
The frame rate, which is measured in frames per second (FPS), indicates the number of images displayed on the monitor per second. The higher the number of frames, the smoother the animation appears. In games, FPS determines how smoothly you see the animations and how quickly inputs are registered. A low FPS means that animations are not displayed correctly or are even skipped completely, which can lead to a stuttering display.
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The Omen 17 runs on an 8-core AMD Ryzen 7 8845HS processor, which isn't just speedy and capable but also comes with AI capabilities, so your laptop will be able to handle whatever comes in the next few years. It's also equipped with a jaw-dropping 32GB of DDR5 memory and 1TB of SSD storage, which is hard to find on laptops in this price range, especially alongside all these other excellent specs.
That's already a strong setup, but it's a full-blown dream when you also throw in an Nvidia GeForce RTX 4070 graphics card. That makes it fully capable of modern gaming and creative tasks like editing videos. Everything will look great on this laptop's 17.3-inch IPS display with 2560×1440 resolution and super-fast 240Hz refresh rate. From gaming to streaming, you'll love what you're looking at.
If you've been hunting for a top-shelf gaming laptop at a phenomenal price, you've found it. Don't miss this chance to snag the HP Omen 17 for just $1,350! B&H says theres "limited supply at this price," so expect it to sell out fast. Want one? Get it while you can.
A laptop with Ryzen 7, RTX 4070, and 32GB RAM for $1,350 is a ste
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In other words, I fidget — and it's bad. Fortunately, I have a bunch of accessories, toys, and gadgets to help with that. I've invested in quite a few over the years and some stand out more than others. Here are some of my favorites and why I find them better than the rest.
What makes a good fidget toy?
Everyone has their preferred ways to fidget. I've never been much of a wrist flapper, but I'll bounce from foot to foot and pace like there's no tomorrow if you give me enough stress and space to do it in.
The same goes for fidget toys. There are myriad options out there that serve the different types of fidgeters. Here's what I look for:
One-handed. I want to use it while I work, so one-handedness lets me type or control the mouse with my other hand.
Quiet. While I do enjoy clacky fidget toys from time to time, their noisiness tends to stress me out more than I realize.
Durable. Some that's mechanically simple and robust. If it can accidentally break by bending the wrong way, I just know I'm going to break it that way at some point.
Self-contained. I don't want to clean up a mess of beads, nor do I want to risk parts being ingested by my dog o
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The Beelink SER5 Pro mini PC is compact yet performant, delivering great specs for not much money at all—especially now that it's 23% off. Normally $429, you can get it now for just $329 on Amazon with a Prime sub. (No Prime? No worries! Snag a free Prime trial to score this deal anyway. That Prime trial will also come in handy with Amazon's Spring Sale deals that are coming up right around the corner.)
So, what makes the Beelink SER5 Pro mini PC such an awesome get? Well, it's equipped with an AMD Ryzen 7 5850U CPU, which we know performs well for things like regular office work and photo/video editing. It also doesn't hurt that it packs 32GB of DDR4 RAM and a 1TB SSD, so you can multitask apps and browser tabs and load apps and files in a flash. Plus, if you ever need better down the road, you can upgrade the internals up to a whopping 64GB of RAM and 2TB storage.
One of the best things about this mini PC is that it comes with lots of ports despite its diminutive size. Between full-size HDMI, DisplayPort, and USB-C video, you can run triple 4K@60 displays. You also get three USB-A 3.2, a USB-A 2.0, a Gigabit Ethernet, and 3.5mm audio ports.
This is a productivity fiend of a mini PC and you'd be crazy to pass it up when it's on sale for just $329.
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We've separated the recommendations below by best laptop deals under $500, best home use laptop deals, best gaming laptop deals, and best premium laptop deals, to make it easier to find a notebook that fits your budget and needs. For more options, check out PCWorld's roundup of the best laptops available right now.
Best laptop deals under $500
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But in reality, identity theft is far less dramatic and far more common than movies make it seem. Every year, millions of people worldwide find their personal information stolen or misused, often with devastating financial and emotional consequences.
To put things into perspective, the U.S. Federal Trade Commission received over a million complaints about identity theft in 2023. These cases, along with other types of fraud, led to financial losses of more than $10 billion, with the median loss per victim being $500.
Minimizing the risk of identity theft starts with awareness. Understanding the risks and using identity theft protection tools like NordProtect can save you from major headaches down the road.
Prevent identity theft with NordProtect
What is identity theft and how does it happen?
Identity theft happens when somebody uses your personal information without permission to commit fraud or other crimes. This includes credit card details, your Social Security number, address, or even something as simple as your name.
Common ways identity theft happens include:
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You may have heard about Surfshark VPN — the product that Surfshark is most well-known for. But did you know they also have their own antivirus software, Antivirus? In this article, we'll dive deeper into what Antivirus offers and why getting it might be a good idea.
Tested and reliable security
When it comes to choosing your antivirus software, it is always good to have one that has been tested and approved by independent organizations. Surfshark Antivirus received a nearly perfect score of 6/6 for protection, 5.5/6 for performance, and 6/6 for usability from AV-test, demonstrating its effectiveness across key areas.
Real-time Protection and Surfshark Cloud Protect
Surfshark Antivirus allows you to protect up to five devices simultaneously. With its Real-time Protection, your devices are continuously shielded from viruses, malware, and spyware. Antivirus actively scans apps and files as you download, install, and use them, promptly alerting you to any potential threats.
A standout feature is Surfshark Cloud Protect, which boosts security by tackling emerging zero-day threats. It works by automatically and anonymously uploading hashes of suspicious, unidentified files for online analysis. The system then checks for the lates
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What is a digital footprint?
A digital footprint, electronic footprint, or digital shadow is the activities and traceable data you leave behind online. It can include things like logging into an app, browsing the web, posting on social media, etc. One simple use of digital footprint is advertising — advertisers can gather information about your interests and preferences from your digital footprint and show you targeted ads.
There are two types of digital footprints:
? Active digital footprint consists of the data you intentionally leave online, such as posts or comments you make on social media, newsletter subscriptions, and online purchases;
? Passive digital footprint consists of data that might be collected without you knowing. It simply depends on website cookies — they track your visits, IP (Internet Protocol) address, biometric and geolocation information, and more.
Let's look at some numbers. According to Surfshark's study on digital footprints, people use nine apps on average for 4 to 5 hours every day, mainly for social interactions. Th
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Only it's not them calling you, they're asleep, safe and sound. You're talking to a robocall, steered by a scammer and made from a spoofed number. The scammer has cloned your relative's voice by using their TikTok videos to train a so-called AI model. They're sitting at a keyboard, guiding the conversation, probably from a country halfway around the globe.
Let's take a closer look at what's happening here. There are two threads that come together in these kinds of scams: the popularity of imposter calls (even as robocalls continue to decline) and the increasing availability of voice-cloning technology.
Imposter calls holding steady
According to an Incogni study, reports of unwanted calls in general, and robocalls in particular, had generally been on the decline from 2017 to 2023. Still, robocalls accounted for 55% of all reported unwanted calls in 2023, even though the ratio of robocalls to live calls was also in decline from 2021 (3.1 robocalls to every live call) to 2023 (1.6:1).
Drilling down into the topics covered during unwanted calls, the same study found that "imposter calls" held steady as being the most common type of call from 2019 to 2023, making up around a third of all reported calls in 2022 and 2023. Imposter calls were defined as "all unwanted calls where the caller impersonated someone else, an agency, or a company."
To impersonate someone, a scammer would need n
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How does Surfshark VPN keep you safe online?
When you're online, especially on a public Wi-Fi network, all the data that travels between your device and the websites you're accessing is transferred in an unencrypted format. This means that it's vulnerable to hackers and other snooping techniques which can record the sites you visit and what you do when you're there.
Surfshark VPN stops this by creating an encrypted tunnel through which your information flows, making it extremely difficult for cybercriminals or third parties to collect your data. There are also advanced features like Dynamic MultiHop, which sends your data through two VPNs for twice the level of encryption, a camouflage mode that makes sure even your Internet Service Provider can't see which sites you're visiting, and a cookie pop-up blocker that stops ads and
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But here's why it could be good news—it means the digital landscape is saturated with terabytes of data, leaving each individual data point nearly worthless. The rise of data brokers—companies that legally aggregate hundreds or thousands of data points to create a profile on you—is a result of this phenomenon. This means that, while data breaches are indeed bad news, taking down a majority of your exposed data is simple if you know where to look, or which provider to use that can legally remove aggregated profiling information from large databases.
Once your data finds its way into one of these datadumps (that is, files containing breached information), there are some things you can do yourself to safeguard your data and some services that can be done for you to remove that data from the largest profiling databases out there.
Let's dive in!
How to take back control after a data leak
Here's a quick overview of the steps you should take to protect your data after it's breached. It's best to follow them in the order presented.
Change passwords: Immediately change the password for the affected account and any others using the same credentials.
Freeze your credit: If the breach involves more sensitive data like your SSN, full name, or address, freeze your credit with one of the main credit bureaus.
Set up MFA: Enable multi-
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Scammers often get their hands on phone numbers by harvesting leaked information from data breaches or through malicious apps or websites that collect users' data without their consent. So, how can we make sure we don't fall victim to these risks? Luckily, there is a way — and that's Alternative Number.
What is Alternative Number?
Alternative Number is a virtual phone number generator, made by Surfshark — a globally-acknowledged online security company. Alternative Number, generates a virtual phone number that you can use to mask your regular number from online threats. It allows you to receive and respond to messages, and receive calls via the Surfshark app without sharing your personal data.
You can now get Surfshark's Alternative Number for $3.49/month, together with a 2-year Surfshark Starter subscription, and also get 4 extra months. Surfshark Starter also includes an award-winning VPN and masked email generator Alternative ID to help you better protect yourself online.
Why should you use Alternative Number?
Even if you only use well-protected, reputable websites (and that's pretty hard to do), there is no guarantee your data will not be leaked — even big companies such as Meta and T-Mo
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How do you end up in an identity thief's sights? Most don't just select victims at random. Stealing someone's identity and actually getting away with selling or using it takes a lot of planning, work, and time-consuming operational-security measures. With this kind of risk and time investment in play, it makes sense that identity thieves would want to choose potential victims carefully.
Like law enforcement looking for a suspect, they use various profiling techniques to do this. But first:
What exactly is identity theft?
Identity theft is basically what it sounds like: someone stealing your personally identifiable information (PII) in order to use parts of your identity for their own ends. It doesn't have to mean that you've been replaced by an imposter in your daily life, in fact it rarely if ever does.
Somebody who uses your credit card details without permission, gains access to your email and uses it to message people or sign up for things, or logs into your crypto-exchange account is committing identity fraud, among other crimes. You probably wouldn't know anything was up until the consequences of the identity thief's actions caught up with you.
Avoid becoming a target of identity thieves by understanding how they choose potential victims.
Anatomy of identity theft
There are many—too many—different types of identity theft cases out there. They all hit three commo
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Faced with the overwhelming financial strain from numerous lawsuits and the costs associated with the breach, NPD filed for bankruptcy just a few months later.
This breach, one of the largest in recent history, highlighted the growing risks businesses face in protecting sensitive data. With cybercriminals constantly evolving their tactics, companies can no longer afford to rely on reactive security measures alone.
The bittersweet truth is that a breach like that could have been avoided — or at least minimized — with the right security measures in place. Threat exposure management platforms like NordStellar help with data breach prevention by catching vulnerabilities before they can be exploited.
Prevent breaches with NordStellar
716 million user contacts leaked on the dark web in 2024
According to research conducted by NordStellar, 716 million user contacts were leaked on the dark web in 2024. This included 554 million email addresses and 162 million p
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How does a VPN keep you safe online?
While the name might sound technical, VPNs are quick and easy to use and can have a profound effect on how you access data on the internet.
Normally, when you connect to a network (say the free Wi-Fi at your favourite coffee shop) the information travels from your device to the server and back again in a format that can be read and even stolen by hackers. A VPN, like the award-winning Surfshark VPN, is an app that prevents this by creating an encrypted ‘tunnel' through which your data flows. This makes it practically impossible for any snoopers to see what's being sent, so you're safe to use your device anywhere without the fear of someone else watching.
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The risk of having your personal information compromised is alarmingly high. This is where Surfshark Alert and its free Data Leak Checker come into play — offering help in protecting your online accounts, emails, and identity.
What is Data Leak Checker?
Surfshark's Data Leak Checker is a free online tool powered by Surfshark Alert that lets you check if your data has been compromised in a data leak. By entering your email, you can find out if your personal information has been exposed, allowing you to secure your accounts. Your email will stay private and won't be used for marketing.
This tool does not require a subscription and allows you to quickly and easily check if your email has been exposed and minimize the possible damages. Give it a try to see if your information is safe!
TRY DATA LEAK CHECKER
What is Surfshark Alert?
If you want to protect more than just your emails, Surfshark Alert is the perfect solution. It's a 24/7 data leak monitoring tool that alerts you if your information gets leaked online. Alert can automatically monitor your a
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Having your personal information floating around online leaves you more vulnerable to identity theft, a type of fraud that can lead to criminals opening lines of credit in your name. Stalkers can use location and other data to commit their crimes. Even the seemingly more mundane uses of personal data can be enough to make you want to delete yourself from the internet.
You might find loan applications being inexplicably rejected, insurance premiums going up or job searches getting drawn out. Companies checking your credit rating is one thing, but these effects could stem from inaccurate, outdated or irrelevant information being used in decision-making processes that affect you in very real ways.
What it means to "delete yourself from the internet"
We're not talking about completely disappearing from the internet. For one, this is very difficult if not impossible to do, even if you were to throw near-unlimited resources at the problem. It's also probably not something you'd want to do even if you could.
There's a way you can keep making use of all the benefits the internet has to offer—like the unparalleled shopping, communication and information-sharing opportunities—without leaving yourself needlessly vulnerable to all the downsides.
The key is getting your personal information under control. You don't need to delete yourself entirely, it's often enough to remove your personal information from circulation. "Personal information" includes things like your:
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With dual USB-A and USB-C compatibility, this drive makes it easy to free up space fast by transferring photos, videos, and documents directly from or to your device. The USB 3.2 interface delivers speeds up to 30MB/s, so you can move large files in seconds. And with 1TB of storage, there's room to store about 250,000 photos, 2,500 hours of video, or 2 million documents.
Unlike cloud storage, this flash drive gives you reliable, always-accessible storage with no monthly fees or Wi-Fi needed. Toss it in your desk for safekeeping, or take it on an adventure — it's waterproof, dust-resistant, and drop-proof to keep your files secure anywhere.
Ditch the cloud and get physical with this dual USB-C USB-A 3.2 high-speed flash drive for $69.97 (Reg. $109) before the deal ends on 3/30 at 11:59 PM PT.
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We've also included some helpful answers to common questions about VPN shopping at the bottom of this article. Before you decide on a new VPN, be sure to check out our roundup of the best VPNs to help you choose the right service for your needs.
Note: Tech deals come and go quickly, so it's possible some of these VPN discounts will have expired before this article's next update.
Best VPN deals
ExpressVPN, now $4.99 per month for 24 months 4 free months (61% off at ExpressVPN)
NordVPN, now $4.39 per month for 24 months 6 free months (70% off at NordVPN)
Surfshark VPN, now $2.69 per month for 24 months 3 free months (85% off at Surfshark)
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We've also included some helpful answers to common questions about buying a computer at the bottom of this article. If you're considering a laptop instead, be sure to check out our best laptop deals, updated daily.
Note: Tech deals come and go quickly, so it's possible some of these computer discounts will have expired before this article's next update.
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Mar 16, 2025
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Why are you paying for the whole Microsoft 365 suite if you only use Word and Excel? The subscription-based apps may be fancy, but if you aren't taking full advantage of them, you're basically paying $10 a month for, well, nothing. You should grab the lifetime version of Microsoft Office instead.
This way, you can pay $30 only once instead of $10 monthly—and endlessly. While there are a few differences, the most important part is that you'll get your favorite apps, like Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, OneNote, Publisher, and Access, for life.
While Microsoft 365 gives you cloud storage and mobile app access, are you really using those features? We've found that only advanced users do, and everyone else is overpaying. And, if you want to work offline, you're probably running into issues. This version gives you easy offline access, eve
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Mar 16, 2025
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Diehard PC lovers, there may be a reason to finally try a MacBook: the price. Instead of paying $999 for a MacBook Air, now you can get one with 8GB RAM and a 128GB SSD on sale for $229.97. Take a look.
This MacBook still has an Intel processor, which is actually a good thing for Windows users. The M1 chips can't run Boot Camp, so it's a lot harder to run Windows apps.
While the 128GB local storage isn't the largest, it still gives you you have enough space to store essential files without dragging around an external drive or paying for cloud storage.
And with 8GB of RAM, you can switch between apps without frustrating slowdowns. One thing Mac excels at is battery life, and this one doesn't disappoint. You can get up to 12 hours out of a full charge.
So why the low price? This is technically a refurbished device, but you wouldn't know it from looking at it. The grade "A" rating means it's in near-mint condition.
You have until March 30 at 11:59 p.m. PT to get a
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Mar 15, 2025
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Generating unique, compelling copy on a regular basis can be tiring and time-consuming. Instead of spending hours drafting social media copy or trying to SEO-optimize an article, let this content creation AI tool help. For only $49.99 (reg. $1,170) for life, you can get WordPop AI and get assistance with language translation, content generation, and so much more.
Want to streamline your workday and save time writing copy? WordPop AI is here to save the day with its content-focused features. Check out what you'll get from this platform:
100 ready-to-use templates for smooth content generation, whether that's a poem, script, marketing copy, or an article.
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Mar 14, 2025
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In a blog post Friday, Google announced plans for Google Assistant's final phase-out, starting on mobile and continuing with tablets, cars, and mobile-connected devices such as headphones and tablets. Finally, Google Assistant will be going away on Nest smart speakers and displays as well as on Google TV devices.
Google Assistant's replacement will, of course, be Gemini, Google's entry in the generative AI race. Gemini itself will become the new assistant on Google mobile devices such as phones and tablets, while a "new experience powered by Gemini" is coming to smart speakers and displays.
The hand-off will occur "over the coming months," Google said, with Google Assistant to get yanked from mobile devices and app stores "later this year." Meanwhile, Google Assistant will "continue to operate" on Nest speakers and displays as well as Google TV devices until the new Gemini-powered "experience" arrives, Google added.
Gemini is already well on its way to taking the place of Google Assistant on Google's mobile lineup, where it's become the de facto voice assistant, although vestiges of Google Assistant still remain.
Gemini's arrival on Google's lineup of smart devices has been more tentative. Last November, an extension to the Gemini app gave the LLM direct if limited control of Google Home-connected smart devices for the first
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Mar 14, 2025
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For starters, the update itself can fail to install, presenting error codes 0x800f0993, 0x800F081F, 0x80070032, and/or 0xC004F211. The actual update process can get stuck before installation completes, with Windows Latest having gotten stuck at 6%, 20%, and 38%. It can even reach 98% or 99%, only to restart, show an error, and proceed to uninstall the update because "something didn't go as planned."
If you manage to get the update successfully installed, you can still run into Blue Screen of Death crashes, or suddenly being unable to boot your PC, or problems with Remote Desktop Protocol (RDP) automatically disconnecting after several minutes.
As of yet, Microsoft hasn't acknowledged these issues or provided a fix, and there's no known workaround for these issues. If you're experiencing these problems, consider rolling back the update via Windows Update.
It's a real shame because this update addresses several important security flaws, including the zero-day vulnerability CVE-2025-24983 which allows malicious att
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Mar 14, 2025
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1982 saw the arrival of the ZX Spectrum, a British home computer from Sinclair that was both small and cheap. It was made with as few components as possible and connected easily to the TV. Programs ran from compact cassettes, some of you may remember listening to music from these before the advent of CDs. It was possible to program in Basic and play some games. The ZX Spectrum's competitor was the Commodore 64, a popular machine that Retro Games had already recreated.
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Mar 14, 2025
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First, that brand name. "Aopen" isn't a household name for PC gear, but it is in fact a subsidiary of Acer that's mostly focused on B2B sales, and the "Fire Legend" label is Aopen's attempt to break into affordable gaming monitors. So yes, this is an Acer design—at least nominally—and it should offer better support than most of the white-label gear on Amazon. Aopen has a three-year parts and labor warranty for all of its monitors, according to this US support page. This monitor earns a 4.3 star rating out of 5 from over 700 Amazon buyers, for whatever that's worth.
For just $80, I can't overstate how great a deal this is. It's a very basic design, sure, with only single DisplayPort 1.2 and HDMI 1.4 connections according to the specs. Zooming in on the rear shots, it looks like this thing has a VGA port (wow, been a while, huh?) and a headphone port. You don't get any USB extras or fancy lighting, and at 24 inches and 1080p, it's about as small as desktop monitors get in 2025.
But a 180Hz IPS panel—not VA like most budget gaming displays—is nothing to sneeze at. I also appreciate that it has a VESA mount for using a monitor arm. (Again, not a given at this price point.) This is also a fantastic deal if you want to add
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Mar 14, 2025
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Barely two months after announcing that it's exiting the recordable Blu-ray business, Sony has revealed something of a surprise: its first new Blu-ray player in roughly five years. Just keep your expectations in check as far as features go.
Slated to go on sale in Japan during the April-May timeframe, the Sony UBP-X700/K is 4K Blu-ray player that's a variant of the older UBP-X700, the latter of which is a popular choice for budget-minded physical media aficionados. What's different about the UBP-X700/K is what it doesn't have, with FlatpanelsHD reporting that the player drops the bulk of the X700's wireless networking abilities and services, including Spotify Connect, screen mirroring, and video streaming channels, such as Netflix.
The spec sheet for the X700/K says nothing about integrated Wi-Fi (a feature on the older player), but the new device does offer an ethernet port, likely for firmware updates. Otherwise, the X700/K has most of its predecessor's video and audio features, including Dolby Vision HDR, Dolby Atmos, and DTX:X support.
It's not clear if the UBP-X700/K will arrive in the U.S., but you never know. Curiously, FlatpanelsHD notes that the Japanese list price for the new player represents a 25 percent markup compared to the older X700. As a former o
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Mar 14, 2025
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TweakTown spoke with Nvidia's product manager for GeForce desktop GPUs, Justin Walker, at Game Developers Conference 2025. Walker claimed that the company has shipped twice as many RTX 50-series GPUs during the first five weeks of availability compared to the same stretch of time during the RTX 40-series launch back in 2022.
Let's take that statement as true, even though we have no hard data on it. What we do have is verified launch dates. The RTX 40-series of desktop GPUs landed at retail on Wednesday, October 12th, 2022, so a five-week stretch would go to November 16th of the same year. The corresponding dates in 2025 would be January 30th to March 6th (just one week ago).
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Mar 14, 2025
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Personally, I'd recommend picking a laptop with a 1080p display and at least 8GB of RAM. This ensures peppy performance for everyday tasks and a sharp screen for watching YouTube. While you may need to make some compromises, that's expected for a laptop in this price range.
Below you'll find a meticulously curated list of our top picks for laptops under $500, each and every one tested by our experts.
Why you should trust us: It's in our name! PCWorld prides itself on laptop experience and expertise. We've been covering PCs since 1983, and we now review more than 70 laptops every year. All of the picks below have been personally tested and vetted by our experts, who've applied not only performance benchmarks but rigorous usability standards. We're also committed to reviewing PC laptops at every price point to help you find a machine that matches your budget.
The best laptops under $500
Acer Aspire Go 15 - Best laptop under $500 overall
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Mar 14, 2025
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The Tapo C100 is an indoor camera that can double as a baby monitor. It delivers 1080p video and can do night vision for up to 30 feet. Day or night, you'll be able to monitor what's going on in your home, as the camera sends your phone notifications whenever it detects motion. It even has two-way audio, so you can talk to your baby or chastise your pets for chewing on your slippers again.
If you don't want to rely on cloud storage, you can pop in a 512GB microSD card. (We recently wrote about the Lexar Play microSD card on sale. While that particular deal focused on the 1TB version, the 512GB version is still on sale for $35!) At the same time, you can also connect the camera with Google Assistant or Amazon Alexa and control it with voice commands, for example to bring up a live feed.
Go ahead and feel safer when you leave the house with this TP-Link Tapo C100 security camera for $15. And while you're here, I want to remind you that Amazon's Spring Sale event is coming up and we've already dug up some excellent early deals for you.
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Mar 14, 2025
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Twitter/X account Uniko's Hardware spotted a visibly distinct latch mechanism on the Asus X870E Apex motherboard, which is now up for pre-order on Newegg. They speculate that the bracket between the initial retention peg (that first cutout section on the slot of the GPU itself) and the x16 pin area removed a metal bar. It looks like it's either plastic or a much different, thinner metal construction now.
We're talking about tiny revisions of a fairly involved design here, but as VideoCardz.com notes, it makes sense that Asus would want to get the design right on its most expensive motherboards. Q-Release Slim is a feature on only a few Asus motherboards, with the intended function being the ability to remove a heavy GPU with one hand and a slight pulling motion from
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Mar 14, 2025
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Much of the coverage you'll see around the web focuses on the more fantastical projects—magic mirrors, portable gaming handhelds, intelligent drones, and so forth. Those maker masterpieces certainly show what sort of power the sub-$100 mini-PC is capable of in the hands of someone with a little imagination and a bin full of spare electronics.
But most people, particularly beginners, won't use the Raspberry Pi to whip up crazy creations. There are near-endless practical uses for this bare-bones kit, from media streaming to extending the range of your Wi-Fi network, as the following 10 projects demonstrate. Time to put that lil' computer to real work. Heck, many of these projects will even work with the $10 Raspberry Pi Zero.
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Mar 14, 2025
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What's in this Raspberry Pi 5 starter kit? Everything you need to get a basic setup going without having to shop around for accessories and components. It includes an 8GB Raspberry Pi 5 preloaded with Raspberry Pi OS (64GB Edition), a 64GB microSD card, a 27W USB-C PD power adapter, a case, a card reader, a small cooler, and two 4K HDMI cables. It's enough to tinker around with your first project.
We reviewed the Raspberry Pi 5 when it came out and found it fast and fun to use. It's ideal for server use, but you can also turn it into a home media center or even use it for smart home automation. Or use it like a compact PC, which was one of its original use cases—a low-cost way to get into programming and computer science.
If this is your first foray into the world of Raspberry Pi, check out our roundup of practical Raspberry Pi projects anyone can do.
Get this Raspberry Pi 5 starter kit while it's on sale
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Mar 14, 2025
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In this guide, I'll first walk you through how to build a Raspberry Pi 5 with maximum performance so you can use it for everything it's capable of. To do that, you'll need to take advantage of the board's new ability to connect an SSD via PCI Express.
Here's what you need
To fully follow this guide, you will need the following hardware:
Raspberry Pi 5 (8GB for maximum performance, but you can choose 2- or 4GB as well)
A so-called "hat" (a type of daughterboard called HAT that attaches to the top of the Raspberry Pi) with an M.2 slot (I chose the Waveshare POE M.2 HAT but there are several others)
A cooler — often comes with the HAT
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Mar 14, 2025
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The short answer that you'll get from any AI chatbot and most tech websites, is that Fullscreen is better for gaming performance. Otherwise, if you need to jump between programs, multiple monitors, or other tasks on your PC, borderless window mode is better. But is that a blanket rule? Read on for a more personal answer.
Benefits of Windows fullscreen mode
Windows fullscreen mode is the default gaming mode running whenever I launch a game in Windows. In this mode my games are displayed across my entire display and Windows gives them full control of the screen's output.
I use fullscreen mode for almost all my games, but my reason for doing so hasn't really got to do with performance. In fact, I've found there's very little difference.
For example, running Cyberpunk 2077 on my PC's Ryzen 5 and RTX 2070 Super at 1080p yields an average of 77.6 fps, whereas I get an average 77.2 fps in borderless mode — so there's no real performance gain to be had.
That may come as a surprise to many gamers, but I've witnessed similar results across most of the graphically demanding games in my library.
That's not to say there isn't optimization happening in fullscreen mode. Windows optimizes my resolution and will focus more resources on running these games, but this just doesn't have a substantial impact on my frame rates.
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Mar 14, 2025
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We're talking about a laptop that's packing a 13th-gen Intel Core i7-13620H CPU, a jaw-dropping 32GB of DDR5 RAM, and an Nvidia GeForce RTX 4070 graphics card that'll blow your socks off. All of that's bolstered by a 15.6-inch IPS display with a 2560×1440 resolution and 165Hz refresh rate that's great for all but the most hardcore gamers, plus a spacious 1TB SSD for plenty of storage and fast loading.
A laptop like this would easily cost you north of $1,500, so this deal price is a hot one. It can run pretty much whatever apps you want, including resource-intensive creative ones like video editors. If you're sick of your sluggish old laptop and want an upgrade that'll last you several years, this is a great time to make that investment.
Get your very own MSI Katana 15 for just $1,149 at B&H before this deal expires. By the way, you won't just save money, but you'll also get six months free of Bitdefender Total Security for five devices!
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Mar 14, 2025
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PowerGPU is a fairly typical boutique PC builder, offering a selection of gaming desktop builds at different prices with a selection of parts from well-known suppliers. But six weeks after the launch of the RTX 5090, the store's configuration tool for US buyers is showing an estimated wait for the top-of-the-line card at "3 to 4 months." AMD's new cards—the RX 9070 and 9070 XT—are apparently ready to go in new builds, but Nvidia's RTX 5080 and 5070 Ti are showing wait times of 1 to 2 months.
Jese Martinez, CEO of PowerGPU, took to Twitter/X to vent his frustration and explain the situation to customers. In a four-minute video (spotted by PCMag), Martinez claims that even as a business with more direct access to the PC parts distribution network, PowerGPU is having just as much trouble getting the RTX 5090 as everyone else.
"We're also having very much difficulty getting these GPUs. We've gotten a very limited quantity since launch, and it took about two or three weeks
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Mar 14, 2025
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What do you get for this crazy low price? A compact PC fitted with a powerful AMD Ryzen 9 6900HX CPU, a better-than-usual 24GB of DDR5 RAM, and a modest 500GB of SSD storage. That's a heck of a combination that'll serve you well whether you're doing office work, streaming Netflix, or playing through your Steam library. Even better, you can always upgrade later up to 64GB of RAM and dual 4TB SSDs.
This mini PC also has AMD Radeon 680M integrated graphics, allowing you to play games on reasonable settings with good performance. It's what I have on my own mini PC and I can edit videos or play WoW and Diablo IV just fine with it. With dual full-sized HDMI connections, you can hook up two gorgeous monitors at 4K@60Hz or 1080p@120Hz each.
Not a gamer? It's still a great mini PC for home offices because it has plenty of other connectivity, including a 10Gbps USB-C, three 10Gbps USB-A, a 480Mbps USB-A, dual Gigabit Ethernets, and a 3.5mm audio port, plus built-in Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth 5.2.
Get this powerful Beelink EQR6 mini PC for $359 while the coupon is still available! And it's not the only awesome deal we've spotted With Amazon's Spring Sale event coming up, you can score lots of other early deals on a wide range o
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Mar 14, 2025
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Just to be clear, I don't mean to pick on Alexa per se. I rarely speak to Google Assistant or Apple's Siri, either. The reason? It's way easier to haul out my phone and use an app than it is to get a supposedly "smart" voice assistant to do what I want.
As it stands, there's a Google Nest Hub Max sitting in our kitchen that acts as a glorified photo frame, and it occasionally interrupts with a random answer to a question nobody asked. A few HomePod minis are scattered around our home, but they're really just for playing music (which I mainly control on my iPhone). And a lone Alexa speaker in our daughter's room is merely an alarm clock.
Now Amazon is promising a grand rebirth for Alexa. Slated to roll out as a public preview later this month, Alexa will harness the power of generative AI to hold flowing conversations, understand our intentions, take actions on our behalf, and—hopefully—be so helpful that we'll keep our phones in our pockets.
Alexa will be free during its preview period, and it will remain free for Amazon Prime members; non-Prime folks will need to cough up $19.99 a month for Alexa access, equivalent to the entry-level subscription tiers for ChatGPT, Gemini, and Anthropic's Claude (the latter of which is among Alexa 's under-the-hood LLM models).
But cost was never the issue with Alexa (the "classic" Alexa will remain free for everyone, by the way). Instead, it was that Alexa became more annoying than useful.
Here's wh
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Mar 14, 2025
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Better XCloud is an open-source, free plugin for Google Chrome, Microsoft Edge, and other Chromium browsers specifically for use with Xbox Cloud Gaming. While the code can be downloaded and examined via Github, you'll want to begin on the more user-friendly Better XCloud installation page, which details what you'll need to get started.
Let's take a step back. Most people are used to downloading and installing games locally, from Microsoft's Xbox Cloud, Steam, Epic, or some other marketplace. Games do run their best when stored and run on your PC (or Xbox), too. But there's an alternative: not downloading them, and instead playing them on a cloud server.
The advantage is that you don't have to waste time downloading and installing the game; you can play almost instantly. Those of you with bandwidth caps might appreciate playing games at bandwidths that approach streaming movies, which are far less than a typical game install. And if you have older hardware, running the game on a cloud server may negate that disadvantage.
The problem? Streaming a game via the cloud can be relatively slow: It takes a few hundred milliseconds or so for the game to render a scene, send it over the internet to you, and for you to react; then it takes a small bit of time for your input to be sent up to the cloud and for the game to respond. All that can make a game stutter and jerk, meaning that it might not be as fun to play.
What Better XCloud tries to do is use a number of tricks to improve your game experienc
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Mar 14, 2025
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But it's now five years later and the Logitech PowerPlay mousepad is one of my favorite PC accessories. It blurs into the background and I never have to think about charging my Logitech G Pro mouse anymore.
Honestly, the PowerPlay wireless charging system is a stroke of genius. A mousepad that includes a wireless receiver and wireless charging coil? So smart, so useful, so convenient. Let me explain why I love it so much and why I think it's worth every penny.
How all wireless charging should be
Wireless charging isn't a new concept. Indeed, the original PowerPlay mousepad debuted in 2017 and we loved it. We even said it'd make you a believer — if you could pony up the cash for it. One reason we gave it such a high rating? Because we've seen numerous wireless charging pads over the years and few (if any) were so good.
That's still true to this day. For example, Corsair has their own wireless charging mousepad, and there are some other third-party solutions that work with any Qi-compatible device, but those all have a wireless
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Mar 14, 2025
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That's why I'm telling you to buy the less-expensive laptop model and upgrade the storage yourself.
Of course, it's easier said than done. You have to make sure the laptop is easily upgradable, which isn't always a given. Gaming laptops and business laptops are fairly easy to open, with plenty of helpful YouTube videos that'll walk you through any given model. But ultra-thin, ultra-portable laptops often sacrifice upgradability to do what they do.
Still, if you don't mind shopping around, this is a great way to acquire a laptop with lots of storage at a cheaper price. I've personally done it with multiple laptops and I've saved hundreds each time. Here's what you need to know to start doing this yourself.
Upgrading the storage on your laptop could be easier than you think
If your laptop has upgradable storage, the actual upgrade process will
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Mar 14, 2025
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You send out countless applications, tweak your resume, cross your fingers, and still nothing. It's no secret that today's job market is brutal, especially if you don't have the "right" credentials, but this may be the perfect opportunity to earn some, such as a CompTIA certification.
These are some of the most widely recognized credentials in the IT field. By studying for an entry-level certification and passing the exam, you could start an IT career even if you don't have a degree in the field. Keep reading to learn about a few possible career paths.
You may start with the
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Mar 14, 2025
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Mar 14, 2025
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This article will walk you through a step-by-step tutorial on setting the SSD as the boot drive in the BIOS.
Phase 1. Choose and prepare your SSD
Preparing your SSD is the first step in swapping from an HDD to an SSD. Here's how to get everything ready and ensure a seamless transition:
1?? First, choose a suitable SSD that matches your system's specifications in terms of capacity, speed, and form factor. Many older and budget laptops support 2.5-inch SATA SSDs, while modern laptops often use M.2 NVMe SSDs for better performance. Desktops can utilize both 2.5-inch SATA SSDs and M.2 PCIe (NVMe) SSDs, with the latter offering significantly faster speeds. Always check your device's compatibility before making a purchase.
2?? Second, you need to install the new SSD on your computer and initialize it before cloning.
Tools you will need:
Screwdriver (to open your computer case if needed).
SATA data & power cables (only for 2.5-inch SATA SSDs; M.2 SSDs do not require cables).
Follow this tutorial to install, enable, and initialize your SSD:
Step 1. Install the SSD
Turn off your computer and unplug all power cables.
Use a screwdriver to remove your computer's
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Mar 14, 2025
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How to merge disk partitions
Merging disk partitions is useful to optimize disk space, especially when managing multiple partitions on a single disk. However, Windows Disk Management can only merge adjacent partitions, and it requires deleting a partition during the process, which will cause data loss. Besides, you may encounter an "extend volume grayed out" error if the unallocated partition is non-adjacent to the target partition.
Fortunately, EaseUS Partition Master is an ideal solution for merging disk partitions without losing data. Check the table below to learn more about the difference between the two disk management tools.
Comparison1?? EaseUS Partition Master2?? Disk ManagementPremiseNoOnly works when the unallocated space is on the right side of the target partitionData LossNoYes, delete a partitionFunctionsMerge adjacent partitionsMerge non-adjacent partitionsOnly merge adjacent partitions
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Mar 14, 2025
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(Note: This trick was last confirmed as working in March 2025. Also, codes for select countries will not stack any longer; see news update below.)
How does it work? Through Microsoft's own system of converting lower-tier Game Pass subscriptions up to ultimate. No weird hacks needed.
If you've heard of this trick before, things have changed a bit. Before July 2023, a sweet 1:1 conversion rate was in effect, which worked out to a 63 percent discount. Then it dropped to a 3:2 ratio alongside a price hike on Xbox Game Pass and Game Pass Ultimate. Then, in September 2024, the conversion rate dropped to 2:1 after another cost increase on Game Pass subscriptions. You'll now pay $10 per month using this conversion hack. That's not $5 per month (the original deal), but far cheaper than list price for Ultimate ($20/month), and still less expensive than PC Game Pass ($12/month). So PC gamers still benefit from this trick.
Read on for a step-by-step guide of how to secure this deal, which includes tips on how to maximize your savings.
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Mar 13, 2025
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As reported by 9to5Google, Google has issued a fix that should restore service to the stymied Chromecast streamers, including the second-generation Chromecast (pictured above) and the Chromecast Audio.
"We're pleased to share some positive news regarding Chromecast 2nd gen & Audio," read a Google email shared on Reddit. "The fix is being implemented and will be available shortly. Thank you for understanding."
Users of the affected Chromecasts should keep their devices connected to Wi-Fi to apply the fix, Google told 9to5Google, adding that the patch rollout will be "completed over the next few days."
At least a few Chromecast users on Reddit said their devices were already working again.
The Chromecast bug cropped up on Sunday, when the owners of older Chromecast players and the Chromecast Audio started getting errors that read, "Untrusted device: [name] couldn't be verified. This could be caused by outdated device firmware." The devices then refused to play.
Newer Chromecast devices, including the Chromecast with Google TV (both the 4K and HD ver
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Mar 13, 2025
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While we feel that our favorite monitor overall is an awesome choice for most people, we also have alternative options for budget shoppers, gamers, and those seeking the best HDR performance. After all, not everyone needs the same features from a monitor. You can find out more about how we evaluate monitors and what specs matter most below our list of recommendations.
Scroll below our recommendations to see other monitors we've reviewed recently, and to learn more about our monitor review process.
Dell Ultrasharp U2724DE - Best monitor overall
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Mar 13, 2025
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The latter service is probably the more important of the two. Epic, as well as many other multiplayer games, requires that anti-cheat software be added to prevent cheating. But it doesn't have to be just present — it should run at the kernel level to minimize the CPU consumption such services provide.
Qualcomm says that it has done just that. Fortnite should be available to Windows on Arm devices later this year that are powered by Snapdragon chips, and Qualcomm said that it was "working" with Epic to bring Easy Anti-Cheat to the platform as well.
To date, the vast majority of games run on X86 CPUs, rather than Windows on Arm. Qualcomm is obviously looking to change that. A few games do work — Control, for example — and Qualcomm has said that it is continually working on ensuring compatibility between popular games and its processors. Qualcomm, though, hasn't really supported its aggressive position from a year ago that most games should run on the Snapdragon X Elite. Now, its stance is more that the optimization process will never really be compl
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Mar 13, 2025
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Mar 13, 2025
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Microsoft has already confirmed the problem. On the latest Canary Channel build 27808 announcement, Microsoft has added the error to the list of known problems. However, the issue persists and is causing frustration among users, some of whom have to reset their build in order to work normally again in Windows 11.
What you can do if you're affected
Some users were able to solve the problem themselves—or at least contain it—by replacing the D3D9 DLL files in the System32 and SysWOW64 system folders with files from previous builds. This can only be done with admin rights via PowerShell, and it requires deactivating the Nvidia GPU in the Device Manager.
Fortunately, the problem is localized to those in the Windows Insider program and only for those with Canary builds. While Microsoft hasn't explicitly named Nvidia GPUs as the cause of this problem, it does appear to be only be happening with Nvidia GPUs.
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Mar 13, 2025
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This Anker Prime GaN charger features three ports: two USB-C and a USB-A. The USB-C ports can hit 100W when used solo, while the USB-A maxes out at 22.5W alone. (With multiple ports in use, the 100W total output gets split up. For example, with all three plugged in, it can deliver 46W 30W 22.5W, respectively.) You can connect your laptop, phone, and earbuds to keep them all charged in a jiffy.
And with this wall charger using GaN technology, it's way smaller than your usual power adapter and generates less heat. That makes it great for travel in conjunction with its foldable prongs, protecting it from breakage and preventing it from scratching your other valuables. You can tuck this away in any bag and not worry about it at all.
Get your own Anker Prime 100W wall charger for $55 on Amazon while you can! It's a fantastic price for an ultra-fast 3-device power adapter. And don't forget about Amazon's Spring Sale coming up! There are already lots of great early deals worth jumping on.
Save 37% on Anker's tiny yet powerful wall charger
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Mar 13, 2025
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Chromebooks offer reliable performance, are largely largely virus-free, and even support cloud gaming for playing the latest AAA titles. That said, searching for "Chromebook" can bring up an overwhelming amount of options. To help you decide, we've complied a list of Chromebooks that PCWorld has tested firsthand.
If you still prefer Windows laptops, check out PCWorld's roundup of the best laptops available today.
Why you should trust us: PCWorld has been going strong since 1983, back in the days when print magazines were more common. Now that we've made the leap to digital, we've been reviewing more than 100 laptops annually. Every laptop that passes through our doors goes through an arduous testing process, in which we evaluate everything from processor performance to display quality. We're committed to reviewing laptops in every price range too.
Lenovo Flex 5i - Best overall Chrom
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Mar 13, 2025
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This super-thin tracker/locator is just what you need to keep tabs on your wallet, luggage, or even your passport when you're traveling. Just picture this: it's morning, you're late out the door, traffic is a nightmare, and you can't find your wallet. Instead of wasting precious minutes rooting around your house, you just take out your phone, pull up the app, and make the Tile Slim ring. Follow the sound and find your wallet. Done!
When the Tile Slim is outside Bluetooth range, it will ping off other nearby Tile devices and display its location on the map in the app. The Tile Slim works with both iOS and Android devices, so it doesn't matter which ecosystem you prefer. It can also go the other way and send off an emergency alert to your contacts if you feel unsafe. (You just have to press the button on the Tile itself.)
This discount brings the Tile Slim down to its cheapest-ever price, so grab it for $21 while you still can. And while you're here, you should also know that Amazon's Spring Sale event is coming soon and we've already dug up some amazing early deals worth checking out!
Save 30% on the Tile Slim and never lose your stuff again
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Mar 13, 2025
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The new Expert Mouse TB800 EQ is a trackball and not a mouse. (That's a legacy name that goes back to the 1980s.) It appears to have debuted on the iF Design Awards page, where it won a 2025 award (spotted by Liliputing). The basic layout looks similar to the latest iteration of the Expert Mouse, with the massive central trackball nestled in a scroll wheel and surrounded by four primary "mouse" buttons.
Improvements include scroll bars on both sides for ambidextrous operation, DPI switches, and multi-device Bluetooth/dongle wireless. The paragraph of promo material on the page mentions "customizable buttons"—I'm assuming those textured ones up top—that can be bound to up to 16 customizable tasks. A USB connection appears to be on the front, and I would guess it's using a rechargeable battery upgrade instead of AA. (But again, that's just a guess.)
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Mar 13, 2025
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For years, I've used an Apple TV 4K for streaming, and while it's been a great device overall, I've always wanted to try swapping it for a home theater PC. In my early cord-cutting years (circa 2010), I used a cheap Intel Atom-powered Lenovo nettop (now obsolete) to access Hulu's website (still free at the time) and avoid its subscription fees on connected TV devices. Plugging a cheap desktop PC into your TV today could yield similar advantages.
This experiment could fail for a variety of reasons, and I've already hit some snags in my initial setup. But if it works, it could offer a lot more control over the streaming experience along with some potential cost savings over time.
The case for a home theater PC (in 2025)
I'm going into this HTPC experiment with a bunch of use cases in mind:
Ad-skipping powers: With a desktop web browser, I can use MultiSkipper to fast-forward through commercials on Hulu, Peacock, Tubi, and other ad-supported streaming services, and I can use uBlock Origin to avoid ads on YouTube. This could save a lot of money as ad-free streaming subscriptions get more expensive.
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Mar 13, 2025
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This is a 34-inch monitor with an ultrawide 3440×1440 resolution and a curvature that'll make all those hours spent in front of your computer that much easier on your eyes. You'll also love the OLED panel's vibrant colors, deep blacks, and next-gen experience. This monitor also comes with ample ports along the back, including two full-sized HDMI, a DisplayPort, and two USB-A.
It's a gaming-capable monitor, by the way, with its 175Hz refresh rate and 0.03ms response time for smooth gaming visuals with no dropped frames or lag to speak of. Furthermore, it has compability with Nvidia G-Sync and AMD FreeSync Premium Pro for ultra-smooth gaming.
The Samsung Odyssey OLED G8 is normally quite pricey, but it's an absolute steal at this price. Get it right now for $680 while you still can because that whopping $520 discount won't last forever! It's just a foretaste of the discounts we expect to see in Amazon's Spring Sale.
Save an incredible 43% on Samsung's ultrawide OLED monitor
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Mar 13, 2025
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Mar 13, 2025
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According to HP, the update includes security enhancements, updates to meet regulatory requirements, and general improvements and bug fixes. There's no mention of any changes to how the printers handle HP toner.
Despite this, users have started reporting Error Code 11 and a flashing toner indicator after updating their printer firmware. On HP's support forums, frustrated customers are reporting that their printers with HP-branded toner have suddenly stopped working, despite attempts to clean the connectors and reinstall the toner cartridges.
HP has acknowledged that a problem exists, with a company spokesperson commenting: "We are aware of a firmware issue affecting a limited number of HP LaserJet 200 Series devices and our team is actively working on a solution. For assistance, affected customers can contact our support team at: https://support.hp.com."
However, HP hasn't confirmed how many users are affected, and the exact extent of the problem remains unclear.
This is far from the first time HP firmware updates have caused havoc for users. In May 2023, an update caused several HP OfficeJet printers to stop working completely and display a blue screen for weeks.
HP also has a controversial policy of blocking printers that use no
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Mar 13, 2025
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We don't know exactly when in March yet, but considering the 2024 Spring Sale event started on March 20th, we're expecting Amazon to make an official announcement soon enough.
Here's everything we know so far about Amazon's Spring Sale 2025, along with a few deals you can already take advantage of!
What is Amazon's Spring Sale?
Amazon's Spring Sale event is a good excuse for you to get the products that have been sitting in your wishlist for a better price. There's usually a good selection of discounts across the board, including for tech products, laptops, storage drives, mini PCs, keyboards, mice, and more.
I'm sure we'll be seeing new all-time lows for some of our favorite stuff, maybe even for products that haven't had a proper price drop in a while. If not new lows, then at least matching their best-ever prices.
Some of the Spring Sale deals will be exclusive to Prime members. If you aren't subscribed yet, I recommend trying out a free 30-day trial so you can score these big discounts and play with the other perks like Prime Video, Prime Music, and Prime Gaming. After your trial ends, Amazon Prime costs $15 per month or $139 per year.
Again, it's still unclear when Spring Sale 2025 will start. Last year, the event ran from March 20 to 25. Since there's been no official announcement yet, we assume it's getting pushed a few days back towards the end of the month. You'll know when we know.
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Mar 13, 2025
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Microsoft issued an alert that a preview update for Windows 10 and 11 sent out on January 29th was causing some printers to randomly print a string of unintelligible text, starting with "POST /ipp/print HTTP/1.1" and continuing with more IPP headers. The alert was spotted by BleepingComputer.
It appears to be a semi-rare driver error, occurring only for models that are both connected to the updated Windows machine via USB and capable of using the IPP-over-USB system. Plus, with this being a preview update, the number of affected users is probably low. Microsoft implies that a bit of standard network communication gets accidentally printed out.
If you're getting surprise printing sessions that are draining your ink and scaring the crap out of your cat, the good news is that there's a fix. The support page offers a Group Policy update download for both Windows 10 and 11.
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Mar 13, 2025
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Digitize old VHS tapes and laser discs
If you have VHS tapes or laser discs, they may become unusable due to the potential failure of older playback devices. You can actually digitize the VHS tapes or laser discs by using a capture card with analogue video inputs.
Modern software helps to remove noise and you can save the content to a hard drive or back it up in a cloud. You can also archive the original medium without putting any additional strain on it. This is useful if the analogue media has never been released for modern formats. Even if a film was later released on DVD or Blu-Ray, it's usually not the same version.
Better gaming experience
Modern consoles offer good streaming options. However, if you're using an older console or prefer a more elegant solution, a PC with a capture card is worthwhile. A capture card specially designed for gaming ensures the best gaming experience for you and your viewers.
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Mar 13, 2025
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Since I work from home and communicate with my coworkers via text the majority of the time, I decided to elicit help from the all-knowing chatbot otherwise known as ChatGPT. Fortunately, I was pleasantly surprised by the offered guidance and often found myself using the chatbot as a soundboard for my email drafts. Not only does it give pretty solid prompts and tips, but it also recommends revisions and on-the-fly tweaks.
Asking ChatGPT for general guidance
The first thing I wanted from ChatGPT was general guidance for writing emails with confidence. So, the first question I typed into the chat box at the bottom was simply: "How do I write confident emails to my colleagues and other professionals?"
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Mar 13, 2025
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Best Prices Today: Acer Chromebook Plus Spin 514
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Mar 13, 2025
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You've learned how to take care of yourself in the real world. Your PC is no different. You'll need to maintain it, protect it, and keep it fed with data at all times.
Nothing in this checklist is particularly complicated or even hard. But it's basic knowledge that you should already know. And if you don't, we're here to help!
Manage Windows Update
Windows Update governs all of the changes Microsoft brings to your PC. Some of these are critical updates to Windows itself, needed to solve some unexpected vulnerability or bug. Others are new features that Microsoft wants to add to your PC. Finally, Microsoft periodically adds new virus signatures and other improvements to the Windows Defender anti-malware system, allowing you to surf the web without fear.
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Mar 13, 2025
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Imagine this: You actually finish your taxes early. No last-minute panic, no stress, just a weight off your shoulders, and your refund is already on the way. Sound good? H&R Block's tax software makes it possible, and now you can save $27 with code FILEEASY.
Unlike Turbotax's online software, this is a PC or Mac program for download. Your purchase allows you to file your federal taxes electronically, but you'll have to print and mail your state return if you don't want to pay extra. For ultimate convenience, you could pay $19.95 to e-file your state return.
Why use H&R Block? If you're coming from Turbotax and saving tons of cash, you can easily import your prior returns for an even more seamless filing process. Then, the software helps you
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Mar 12, 2025
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Tan will succeed Michelle Johnston Holthaus and David Zinsner, the two executives who had served as co-chief executive officers in the wake of former CEO Pat Gelsinger's departure. Both will remain with the company.
Though Tan has held a number of positions, he is most known for his role as chief executive of Cadence Design Systems from 2009 until 2021, which designs the EDA software used for designing chips. Tan won the SIA's Robert N. Noyce Award for his contributions to the semiconductor industry. Tan was also considered to be one of the front-runners for the Intel job.
Tan was also a board member at Intel, but resigned last August to "reprioritize personal commitments" he said, according to Bloomberg.
Holthaus will remain with Intel as the head of Intel Products, while Zinsner will remain as an executive vice president and chief financial officer.
"I am honored to join Intel as CEO," Tan said in a statement. "I have tremendous respect and admiration for this iconic company, and I see significant opportunities to remake our business in ways that serve our customers better and create value for our shareholders."
Updated at 2:00 PM PT with additional details.
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Mar 12, 2025
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The solution? A $400 streaming video player, if the rumors were true.
Pretty much every observer, myself included, thought that was a disastrous idea for Sonos, a company that made its name with high-quality networked speakers. But the company, stunned by the backlash to a revamped app that was—at least initially—riddled with bugs and missing key features, appeared to have lost its way.
Well, cooler heads seem to have prevailed, with The Verge reporting that Sonos has cancelled plans for the long-in-development streaming player, code-named Pinewood.
Sonos isn't saying anything on the record, but according to The Verge, Sonos execs announced during a company all-hands that it had nixed its Pinewood plans.
The move, which comes two months after Sonos's longtime CEO stepped down, likely means Sonos won't have any splashy new product launches for the rest of 2025, or at least none that would involve new product categories for the brand.
But Sonos' decision also means it won't wander into well-t
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Mar 12, 2025
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Why you should trust me: Here at PCWorld we've been testing computer hardware, software, and services since the 1980s. For my part, I'm continually testing all of the major VPNs on the market and many lesser-known services in order to curate a list of the very best VPNs across a variety of categories. Below you'll find my favorite VPNs, and below those, helpful advice about what to look for when choosing a VPN on your own.
If you're looking to use your VPN for more than streaming, be sure to check out our comprehensive roundup of the best VPNs in all categories, as well.
NordVPN - Best VPN overall for Netflix
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Mar 12, 2025
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I've tested a bunch of ultrawide monitors in order to name the best picks in various categories ranging from those optimized for gaming to those suited for professional use. Below you'll find a curated list of my favorites in each category. I describe my evaluation process for monitors at the bottom of this article.
Alienware AW3423DWF - Best ultrawide monitor
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Mar 12, 2025
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But what do you do when you accidentally forget that so-very-important password? Normally, with any other digital account, you just click the "I forgot my password" link and get a password reset email. But you can only do that if you have a backup email or phone number registered.
That's why Microsoft is adding push notifications in Windows 11 to remind you to add an email address or phone number to your account if you haven't yet. This way, if you do ever forget your password, you'll have a backup method for password recovery.
The new push notification reminders are currently being tested in update KB5053660 for Windows 11 Insiders in the Dev and Beta channels, reports Windows Latest. The feature will likely roll out to the general Windows 11 public later this spring.
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Mar 12, 2025
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The computer, known as CL1, is described as the world's first "code deployable biological computer" and is now available for pre-order — for a price in the $35,000 range. Don't want to buy your own device? The company also offers "Wetware-as-a-Service" via which you can rent bio-computer processing power via the cloud.
CL1 consists of lab-grown neurons grown on a glass-and-metal electrode array. They're connected to 59 electrodes, creating a stable neural network. The system is encased in a life support unit that keeps the neurons alive by mimicking the body's organ functions, including heart pumping, kidney-like waste filtration, and gas mixing of oxygen, carbon dioxide, and nitrogen.
According to Cortical Labs, the neurons are placed in a nutrient solution and receive their information from the company's Biological Intelligence Operating System (biOS), which creates a simulated world in which the neurons receive sensory input and produce responses that affect the environment. CL1 is designed a
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Mar 12, 2025
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Following that revelation, Google is now tightening the rules for shopping extensions in the Chrome Web Store.
In short, affiliate links, coupon codes, and cookies can now only be included in the extension if they provide a direct and clear benefit to users when they shop. For example, extensions can't insert links unless they lead to real discounts or cash back on purchases. Extensions also can't update your shopping cookies or inject affiliate links on web pages without explicitly notifying you.
While the Honey scandal mainly affected influencers and creators — not Joe Schmoe who's just browsing the web — this is generally good news as you can be more sure that extensions are doing what they claim.
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Mar 12, 2025
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Microsoft offers sparse details on the vulnerabilities in their Security Update Guide. Fortunately, Dustin Childs dives into the patch with lots more details on the Trend Micro ZDI blog, always with an eye for admins who manage corporate networks.
The next scheduled Patch Tuesday will be on April 8, 2025.
Windows security flaws addressed
A large number of the patched vulnerabilities — 37 of them this time — are spread across various Windows versions, including Windows Server, 10, and 11, for which Microsoft still offers security updates. (Remember, official support for Windows 10 is ending later this year!)
With Windows 7 and 8.1 no longer receiving security updates, they're growing increasingly more vulnerable to security threats. If your hardware allows for it, you should switch to Windows 10 (22H2) or Windows 11 (24H2) to continue receiving security updates.
Windows under attack
According to Microsoft, there are already attacks on six of the Windows security vulnerabilities addressed in the patch. However, Microsoft doesn't classify any
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Mar 12, 2025
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Price When ReviewedStandard/Heatsink: 1TB: $65/$85 I 2TB: $135/$150 I 4TB: $296/$299
PCIe 4.0 host memory buffer (HMB) SSDs like the Addlink S93 / A93 (heatsink) are all the rage these days. Without the cost of DRAM primary cache added to the mix, the modules are cheaper to produce and can still match DRAM-designs in most performance areas.
That said, the 1TB version of the S93/A93 I tested ranks low among a list of very fast SSDs — primarily due to a very slow time in our 450GB write compared to the 2TB competition.
Read on to learn more, then see our roundup of the
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Mar 12, 2025
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One reason for that happening is that your drive is in the read-only state, which means you're never going to be able to copy files to it unless you turn that off. Here's how to do that.
What to do…
Method 1
First check to see if your flash drive has a physical switch for write protect. If this is on, turn it off. Now try to copy some files to it to see if that has solved the problem. If not try the following:
Method 2
Type run in Windows Search or type Windows R.
Now type diskpart and press OK.
Now type list disk. You should now see a list of the drives in your PC. The USB should be the last one in the list.
Now type select disk # (# being the number of your USB flash drive).
Type attributes disk to see the current read status of the drive. "On" means the drive is currently in the read-only state.
Now type attr dis clear readonly to turn off the read-only state.
Type attr dis to see the new status of the drive. If you see "off" it's worked!
Method 3
If either of those things don't work, try editing the registry as follows:
Connect your flash drive to your PC.
Type Windows R and then type regedit
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Mar 12, 2025
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Having now used Bluesky every day for months, I've learned how to make it better. If you're a Bluesky newbie, here are the things you should be doing to make it as great as it can be. There's nothing overly complicated here — just a few things worth doing if you have the time.
View trending topics and weigh in
If you want to keep on the pulse of what's going on, I highly recommend watching the trending topics — and not just that but also getting involved with those conversations. Weigh in on the topics of the day. The more you put into Bluesky, the more you'll get out of it.
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Mar 12, 2025
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Huanuo is one of the better budget-focused brands for monitor arms, and right now their triple monitor mount is on sale for $120 on Amazon. That's a nice 20% discount off its usual $150 price.
This one has a fixed central support and an adjustable arm on each side, with each mount able to accommodate displays up to 32 inches in size and 17.6 pounds in weight. Each mount is VESA-compatible in both 75x75mm and 100x100mm sizes. Once mounted, you can adjust each monitor with 90-degree tilts and swivels and 360-degree rotations.
You have two options for affixing it to your desk. One option is the C-clamp that fits desks with thicknesses between 0.39 to 3.15 inches. The other option is a grommet mount that fits desks with thicknesses between 0.39 to 2.36 inches. Both are equally secure, so your choice.
We know that three monitors can be fairly heavy, so the mount has to be stable. This particular model comes with a triangular base design that will keep everything in place. The C-clamp should fit pretty much any desk, but there's also a kit for Grommet holes if that suits your needs better.
Upgrade your desk setup, boost your productivity, and go clutter-free with this awesome triple monitor arm mount that's currently on sale for $120 on Amazon. Hurry because this deal won't last forever!
Save 20% on this versatile monitor arm setup for 3 displays
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Mar 12, 2025
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Why you should trust us: It's in our name. PCWorld prides itself on laptop experience and expertise. We've been covering PCs since 1983, and we now review more than 70 laptops every year. All of the picks below have been personally tested and vetted by our experts, who've applied not only performance benchmarks but rigorous usability standards. We're also committed to reviewing PC laptops at every price point to help you find a machine that matches your budget.
Dell Inspiron 14 Plus (2024) - Best overall
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Mar 12, 2025
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That's why I love portable monitors! It's the solution to every on-the-go worker who needs more screen real estate. And right now, this 15.6-inch MNN portable monitor is on sale for $60. That's a hefty 33% discount off its original $90 price and the lowest we've ever seen it.
This thing has a beautiful 15.6-inch IPS display with 1080p resolution, able to deliver vibrant colors, great contrast, and excellent color accuracy. It's widely compatible, too, with two USB-C video ports and a Mini HDMI port. Whether you hook it up to your laptop, smartphone, tablet, or handheld gaming console, it'll perform beautifully.
Trust me, you'll appreciate how nice it is to have an extra screen with you everywhere you take your laptop. It's not even heavy, weighing 1.5 pounds and measuring 0.3 inches thick. You can slip it into your bag right next to your laptop and not notice it at all. It also comes with a smart cover that both protects the screen and serves as a kickstand.
You need a portable monitor, don't you? It's one of those things that you may hesitate on for a while — until you finally get one and wonder how you ever lived without it. Jump on this chance to get this MNN portable monitor for the cheapest it's been on Amazon.
This portable laptop monitor is an absolute bargain for $6
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Mar 12, 2025
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Right now, the Baseus Picogo power bank is $25.49 on Amazon, a sizeable sale of 36% off its original $40 price. You just need to apply the TFJ5VU7K coupon code at checkout to get the extra discount.
This is an absolutely tiny power bank, easily fitting into the palm of your hand. Measuring just 3.47 x 2.35 inches and just over an inch thick, the Picogo can go with you anywhere and everywhere. The built-in USB-C is nifty enough on its own, but it also plugs back into the power bank to create a loop strap that you can use as a handle. Nice!
This Baseus power bank has a 10,000mAh capacity, which is enough to get you recharging your phone about two times. With its 45W fast-charging speed, it'll quickly refill your phone's battery and save you in a jiffy when you need an immediate power boost.
In addition to the built-in USB-C, this power bank has two more ports: a USB-C and a USB-A. That means you can recharge up to three devices at once, although the charging speed will diminish with each port taken up. There's also a digital display on the front that shows just how much energy it has remaining.
Don't miss out on this chance to get the Baseus Picogo power bank at a sizeable discount. Remember to clip the TFJ5VU7K coupon code to get it for just $25.49 right now on Amazon!
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Mar 12, 2025
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Best Prices Today: Asus ROG Flow Z13 (2025) (GZ302)
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