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Finished your Wordle today? Give these other word games a try

Finished your Wordle today? Give these other word games a try

These eight word games won't make you wait until tomorrow to play again.

by Zachary McAuliffe

Windows 11 vs. Windows 10: Every difference in Microsoft's new OS

Windows 11 vs. Windows 10: Every difference in Microsoft's new OS

Windows 11 is Microsoft's newest OS, but how is it different from Windows 10? We'll explain.

by Alison DeNisco Rayome

Treat your Windows PC to a lifetime license of PowerPoint, Word, Excel and more for 85% off today

Skip the subscription. Get a lifetime license to Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Publisher, Access and more on your PC for just $50.

It's time to delete the scary amount of data Google has on you

Google keeps tabs on what you search, what you watch and your location. We'll show you how to delete that info.

Free Microsoft Office? You can actually get Word, Excel and PowerPoint for $0

There are some caveats, but we'll show you how to use every tool in Microsoft 365 without spending a penny.

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Facebook free-internet users charged through their cellular carriers

Some users in free mode are being charged for data while using Facebook's text-only version.

by Corinne Reichert

Can you really stop Google from tracking you? Here's what we know

When you use any of Google's apps, your location and data history are stored. We'll show you how to turn those settings off.

by Kelsey Fogarty

DirecTV Stream review: Expensive, but the best option for streaming NBA and NHL

With access to most regional sports networks on its $90 tier, DirecTV stream is the go-to choice for cable-cutting fans of basketball and hockey.

by Ty Pendlebury

Data breaches break record in 2021

The Identity Theft Resource Center's annual report shows that the number rose 68 percent last year.

by Bree Fowler

Returning your online buys burns fuel and might send them to the dump

Shoppers order from Amazon, Walmart and their favorite brands with a plan to return some of the items. That causes problems.

by Laura Hautala

It's time to delete the scary amount of data Google has on you

Google keeps tabs on what you search, what you watch and your location. We'll show you how to delete that info.

by Dale Smith

Keep all of your data secure with 72% off the Surfshark One VPN bundle

This week at StackSocial you can sign up for a year of Surfshark's VPN and antivirus all-in-one security bundle for just $48.

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Finished your Wordle today? Give these other word games a try

These eight word games won't make you wait until tomorrow to play again.

by Zachary McAuliffe

Google sued by multiple states over how it handles your location data

It's a bipartisan effort from Indiana, Texas, Washington state and Washington, DC.

by Sean Keane

Treat your Windows PC to a lifetime license of PowerPoint, Word, Excel and more for 85% off today

Skip the subscription. Get a lifetime license to Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Publisher, Access and more on your PC for just $50.

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How to use an iPad as a second display for Mac

We show, step by step, how to extend or mirror your Mac's screen to an iPad.

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Starz review: Originals, movies are an antidote for Netflix burnout

With tentpole shows like Power Book II: Ghost and early episode releases, Starz is a suitable alternative to Netflix.

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Everything we wanted from Windows 11, but didn't get

Microsoft's latest OS has a lot to offer, but there are eight features still missing.

by Alison DeNisco Rayome

Best VPN service for Amazon Fire TV Stick in 2022

Your ISP doesn't need to know what you're binge-watching. Here's how to choose a virtual private network for your Amazon Fire TV Stick.

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Best Android VPN 2022

These are the best virtual private networks for protecting your privacy on your Android mobile device.

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Best cheap VPN 2022

Online privacy while working from home doesn't have to cost a fortune. Protect your online life with a cheap VPN service.

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Best VPN for Chrome

Google Chrome's flexibility makes it easy to find a solid virtual private network designed for the world's most popular browser.

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Change these Spotify settings to make your music sound better than ever

We'll show you the three settings you should tweak to get the best possible listening experience on Spotify.

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Save hundreds on this 10-course bundle. But hurry, this offer is only available for today.

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Windows 11 vs. Windows 10: Every difference in Microsoft's new OS

Windows 11 is Microsoft's newest OS, but how is it different from Windows 10? We'll explain.

by Alison DeNisco Rayome