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Download Windows 10 for free right now

Microsoft has ended support for Windows 7, so it's time to make the move to Windows 10.

By November 23, 2020

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Hackers are going after COVID-19 vaccine's rollout

The cyberattacks are targeting companies that will distribute and store the vaccines that can end the coronavirus pandemic.

By December 4, 2020

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The best antivirus protection for Windows 10 in 2020

Your Windows PC needs protection against malware, and free antivirus software may be enough. Here's the best antivirus protection for Windows 10, and what's worth paying extra for.

By November 1, 2020

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Laptop vs. Chromebook: Which portable computer is best in 2020

Not sure how a Windows or Mac laptop is different than a Chromebook? Here's the answer.

By November 18, 2020

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Best password manager to use for 2020: 1Password, LastPass and more compared

Ditch the sticky notes and get peace of mind. One of our favorite password managers can be your first defense against getting hacked.

By October 18, 2020

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Create a Windows 10 boot drive for your PC. It's easy. Here's how

Create a Windows 10 boot drive and keep it handy should you ever run into issues with your current PC.

By February 17, 2020

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Best Chromebook for 2020: Acer, HP, Asus, Lenovo and more

Experience the best of what Google's Chrome OS has to offer with one of these laptops or two-in-ones.

By November 20, 2020

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Windows 10: The best 3 new features to try now

The Windows 10 October 2020 Update brings some new tricks for your browser, Start menu and more. Here's how to use them.

By November 21, 2020

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John McAfee indicted for tax evasion in the US

He's also been charged with willful failure to file tax returns.

By October 5, 2020

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Facebook: Malware that took over accounts and placed scammy ads a growing risk

The company says it stopped a malware campaign in its tracks, but warned that hackers will keep targeting users of Facebook and other social media platforms.

By October 1, 2020

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Tesla CEO Elon Musk says he may have COVID-19

Musk questioned the results of rapid coronavirus tests and described mild symptoms associated with the virus.

By November 13, 2020

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Eero Pro 6 review: It's worth it to go Pro

With faster speeds than the regular Eero 6, plus an extra 5GHz band to speed up system performance, Amazon's Eero Pro 6 mesh router helps Wi-Fi 6 shine.

By November 24, 2020

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Russian competition watchdog finds Apple guilty of antitrust abuse

Kaspersky, a Russian antivirus software maker, alleged that Apple forced it to remove features from a Screen Time competitor.

By August 11, 2020

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It's alive...again! Scientists waking up 30,000-year-old 'giant' virus

A French team plans to wake up its second ancient virus in two years to study its genetic structure. Have these scientists never seen a zombie movie?

By September 9, 2015

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Windows 7 to 10 upgrade FAQ: Everything to know when making the switch

Update to Windows 10 to keep your machine safe from malware and other security issues.

By September 23, 2020

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Antivirus firm Avast is reportedly selling users' web browsing data

Sensitive browsing data is repackaged and sold by a subsidiary called Jumpshot, according to a Motherboard and PCMag investigation.

By January 27, 2020

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Windows 10's October 2020 update is rolling out now. Here's how to download it

Windows 10 version 20H2 is starting to roll out now and should take only minutes to install. Here are all of the new features it includes, and how to download it.

By October 20, 2020

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How to take calls from your Android phone on your Windows PC

The Your Phone app finally makes it possible to make a phone call from your laptop.

By February 7, 2020

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Tired of dealing with a slow PC? Here are 6 steps to fix it yourself

Don't get frustrated and give up on a slow PC, take a few minutes to troubleshoot and remedy it.

By May 7, 2020