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Laptops sold between December 2015 and December 2017 may be powered by a battery that's prone to overheating or even melting.

Practically every modern processor is vulnerable. We're updating this list of fixes as they become available.

CEO Brian Krzanich says the new security vulnerabilities may be deep but they're also being fixed with software updates.

Microsoft and Johnson Controls announced pre-order plans and pricing for GLAS, a Cortana-powered smart thermostat.

The chipmaker says updates soon will block any attacks using the new vulnerabilities. And most people won't notice a slowdown, it promises.

The gaming peripherals maker gets an extra life after going bankrupt.

Security researchers say a common processor design used by Intel and mobile chip tech designer Arm may leave the door open to exposing sensitive system data.

By the end of the tech world’s biggest trade show on Jan. 12, we should know a lot more about where these trends stand going into the new year.

Time to say goodbye to the gadgets and services that met their demise this year, including Windows Phone, the Kinect, 3D TVs, Apple's Shuffle and Nano, and AIM.

The holidays are for spending quality time with family and friends, not troubleshooting computer issues.

Make sure you take full advantage of these benefits, some of which may surprise you.

Original fiction from CNET's Technically Literate series. In this three-part story, a glass of precious wine leads to a precious technological breakthrough.

It was CNET senior editor Scott Stein's favorite gadget of the past year, and he thinks it could end up being one of the most influential.

The fake software asks you to pay for an "upgrade" to unlock the video editor's full features. The scam has spread globally with help from search engines.

Enable the new antiransomware protection in Windows 10 Fall Creators Update to lower the odds of becoming a victim of the next ransomware attack.

From hybrid designs to hybrid components, everyone is taking an expansive view of what makes a PC.

North Korea has denied that it was involved in the high-profile cyberattacks, as the US government contends.

Normally $140, this popular tool will fix you're roten speling and grammer. Plus: a $20 adventure game, free, and 40 percent off some killer earbuds!

The latest Wonderfox giveaway lets you pick and choose the programs you want -- no strings attached! Plus: a killer game deal and cool holiday outdoor projector.

Moving from a MacBook to a Chromebook? Ease the transition with these tips.

The two tech titans played an important role in countering attacks like WannaCry, the US government says.

Chatter about getting hacked isn’t just for gadget and security enthusiasts anymore. Cybersecurity has gone mainstream.

I tried playing Steam VR games in Microsoft's Mixed Reality. You'll get a chance too, starting Nov. 15, but not all games will immediately make the cut.

The Trump administration is expected to call for action preventing North Korea from carrying out the cyberattacks, the Washington Post reports.

A three-wheeled electric vehicle aiming for a $10,000 price tag? Color us intrigued.

Sorry, but the $4.99 "Cuphead" app for Apple devices is a complete scam.

Commentary: There’s a growing list of kid tech like oxygen sensors, scales and Wi-Fi cameras. But I’ve barely bought in because most of this stuff misses the point.

Upgrading to a new phone? Here's how to wipe your personal data from your old device so it doesn't fall into the wrong hands.

Windows RT was an ill-fated attempt to make computers more power-efficient like smartphones. Microsoft and Qualcomm are giving the idea a second go.

Scammers are using fake messages and a phony "Troubleshooter for Windows" app to get $25 from victims.