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iOS 15.6: The iPhone Enhancements You'll Get After Downloading

iOS 15.6: The iPhone Enhancements You'll Get After Downloading

The latest Apple software upgrade is ready to be installed on your iPhone.

by Carrie Mihalcik

These Secret Netflix Codes Make It Easier to Find Movies You'll Actually Like

These Secret Netflix Codes Make It Easier to Find Movies You'll Actually Like

Filter Netflix genres to your specific tastes using a hidden menu.

by Shelby Brown

5 Streaming Services You Can Cancel in August, FOMO-Free

You'll probably want to be locked in for House of the Dragon and The Sandman, but you can pause these five subscriptions for now.

Kids Are Being Exploited Online Every Day – Sometimes at the Hands of Their Parents

On TikTok, Instagram and YouTube, some kids are making millions. But any child working as an influencer is at risk of exploitation.

Apple's iOS 16 Beta Is Available to Download: Here's How

You can try many new iPhone features while they are in development.

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Playing PC Games on Mac Should Get Better With Parallels 18

The virtual machine software's latest update improves its game controller support and preps for MacOS Ventura.

by Lori Grunin

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Filter Netflix genres to your specific tastes using a hidden menu.

by Shelby Brown

These Are the Best Clothing Subscription Boxes for 2022

If you're not sure which style service to try, read this.

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Don't Skip Out on Antivirus Software in 2022

Do you need antivirus software for your Windows PC? Yes, you do. Here's what's best for malware protection and more.

by Alison DeNisco Rayome

HBO Max vs. Netflix: The Pros, Cons and How to Pick One

One of these services may be your go-to, but does one come out on top? We compare their features, catalogs and more.

by Alison DeNisco Rayome

Cybercriminals Are Using Bots to Steal Online Pharmacy Accounts

The bots are cracking account passwords, a cybersecurity company says, allowing criminals to buy controlled substances and sell them on the black market.

by Bree Fowler

Deepfakes Pose a Growing Danger, New Research Says

The use of deepfakes is becoming more common in cyberattacks, according to new research from VMware.

by Bree Fowler

Kids Are Being Exploited Online Every Day – Sometimes at the Hands of Their Parents

On TikTok, Instagram and YouTube, some kids are making millions. But any child working as an influencer is at risk of exploitation.

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NASCAR 2022: How to Watch, Stream the FireKeepers Casino 400 Today

You don't need cable TV to enjoy all the racin' and rubbin' on USA Network on Sunday.

by Matt Elliott

These Are the Best Apps to Build a Resume

Creating a strong resume is necessary to get hired. Here are the best services you can use to make your resume stand out.

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Learn to Play Guitar: The Best Online Lessons and Classes You Can Take From Home

Whether you want to strum chords or play songs by ear, these classes have it all.

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9 Great Reads From CNET This Week: VPNs, Marvel, Dark Matter and More

How VPN reviewers can do a better job, why visual effects artists are criticizing Marvel, what cosmic breakthroughs reveal about the universe, and plenty besides that.

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5 Streaming Services You Can Cancel in August, FOMO-Free

You'll probably want to be locked in for House of the Dragon and The Sandman, but you can pause these five subscriptions for now.

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There's a strategic way to stream your favorite TV shows and movies while saving money, and it's simpler than you think.

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Forget Google Search: Here's Why You Should Switch to DuckDuckGo

We're all in on this privacy-focused search engine, and there's five reasons you should be too.

by Zachary McAuliffe

DuckDuckGo to Block More Microsoft Tracking Scripts

Privacy advocates rejoice!

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Peacock: What's Free, What's Paywalled and What Else to Know

Peacock streams free movies and shows, but you need to pay to unlock everything, including Premier League matches and -- eventually -- Jurassic World Dominion and Nope.

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Keep Your TV Viewing Habits Private With the Best Smart TV VPNs

Your smart TV is a vector for data privacy exposure -- but these VPNs can help keep your viewing activity hidden from prying eyes.

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The Best Fantasy Movies on HBO Max

You can choose from some of the all-time greatest fantasy movies.

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Why You Need a VPN on Your Phone, and How to Set It Up in Under 10 Minutes

A mobile VPN is the first step to private conversations and browsing, and setting it up is easy.

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