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Erase Your Android Phone's Cookies and Cache to Get Rid of Excess Junk Files

Erase Your Android Phone's Cookies and Cache to Get Rid of Excess Junk Files

Get rid of extra files you don't need with a quick trip to your web browser's settings.

by Mike Sorrentino

What to Know Before You Download the iOS 16 Beta

What to Know Before You Download the iOS 16 Beta

If you can't wait for iOS 16's public release, you can download the developer beta to your iPhone now, but there are some things to keep in mind.

by Nelson Aguilar

Change These Default Windows 10 Settings

If you're not upgrading your computer to Windows 11, you can still improve your experience by changing these default settings.

How to Take a Screenshot on Your Mac: 4 Ways to Capture Your Screen

Apple has new M1 and M2 versions of most of its iconic Macs, but how you take a screenshot remains the same.

Want More From Windows 11? Check Out These 9 Handy Features

Here's how to open the "secret" Start menu, save battery life and more in Microsoft's latest update.

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Change These Default Windows 10 Settings

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Best Identity Theft Protection and Monitoring Services for 2022

Suspect someone's ruining your credit? These identity theft protection services can help you find out -- and fight back.

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Here's How to Delete Your Instagram Account in the iOS App

You could previously deactivate your account through your iPhone's app, but your information was still on Instagram's servers.

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Google Delivers Big Update to Password Manager for Chrome, Android

Google Password Manager fixes password juggling between Chrome and Android.

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How to Find Cheap Flights

Booking a trip on a budget? CNET has a few tips and tricks to help you save money and peace of mind.

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Love Hulu? Try These Tips To Make Your Streaming Experience Even Better

Eight tricks from the Netflix rival that can help make streaming TV more hassle-free.

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Apple Now Allows Apps in South Korea to Use Third-Party Payment Systems

Developers won't be able to use App Store features including Ask to Buy and Family Sharing if they forgo the tech giant's payment system.

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FuboTV, Hulu Plus Live TV, ESPN Plus, DirecTV Stream and other streaming services claim to cater to live sports fans, but only a few truly deliver one-stop shopping for diehard sports fanatics.

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Early Prime Day Offer Nets Prime Members 3 Free Months of Audible Premium Plus

Right now, Prime members can get free access to over 200,000 audio books and podcasts, exclusive discounts and more.

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Snapchat Launches Paid Version With Extra Features

For a few dollars a month, you can elevate your Snap game.

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Build Your Own Website With Up to 83% Off Zyro Premium Plans

Zyro is offering steep discounts on its premium website plans for CNET readers, meaning you can get online for just $2 a month.

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Take Control of Windows Updates With These Tips

Windows 11 updates are vital for security, but unexpected updates can be frustrating. Here's how to take control.

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Do You Think Your Spotify Account Was Hacked? Here's How to Find Out

Don't let leeches get away with streaming all the music they want on your dime.

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Erase Your Android Phone's Cookies and Cache to Get Rid of Excess Junk Files

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Want More From Windows 11? Check Out These 9 Handy Features

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Don't Skip Out on Antivirus Software in 2022

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Spotify Supergrouper Lets You Build Your Dream Band. Here's How

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Hangouts Will Shut Down This Fall as Google Moves People to Chat

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