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If you finished Wordle today, try out these other word games

If you finished Wordle today, try out these other word games

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

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Google collects a scary amount of your data, but there's a way to delete it

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

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Windows 11 vs. Windows 10: Every differences you should know about

We'll explain how Microsoft's newest OS stacks up against Windows 10.

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We'd watch HBO Max all the time if it changed these 4 things

HBO Max has a lot to offer, but the streaming service isn't perfect yet. Here's what it needs to do to catch up with Netflix and others.

by Shelby Brown

The best web hosting for 2022

Compare the top web hosting services. We'll help you find the right price, features, performance and support to choose the best hosting for you or your business.

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iOS 15.3 update patches serious iPhone security flaws and fixes bugs

The iPadOS 15.3 update also fixes several security issues.

by David Lumb

Neil Young is pulling his music from Spotify over Joe Rogan COVID misinformation, report says

It's the second time this month that Spotify and podcaster Joe Rogan have been called out for spreading misinformation that experts say is harmful to public health.

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Score lifetime access to Microsoft's Outlook, Excel, Word and more for 85% less right now

Get a lifetime license to Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and more for just $50 and have permanent access to Microsoft Office on your Mac.

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Windows 11 vs. Windows 10: Every differences you should know about

We'll explain how Microsoft's newest OS stacks up against Windows 10.

by Alison DeNisco Rayome

Google collects a scary amount of your data, but there's a way to delete it

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

Windows 11 is adding Android apps next month

The update will also bring taskbar improvements and redesigned versions of Notepad and Media Player.

by Sean Keane

Hulu Live TV with Disney Plus and ESPN Plus: How to get the best deal

Hulu Plus Live TV now costs $70 per month, but the latest price hike includes a new bundle that could actually save subscribers some money.

by Kourtnee Jackson

Learn to code with this 15 course bundle for just $45

Hone your tech skills with courses covering HTML, DApp, JavaScript, NFT, Swift 5.5, AWS and more today.

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HBO Max: You can still grab a yearlong discount that should have expired

A 20%-off deal for a year of HBO Max was set to end Tuesday, but the offer was still live Wednesday morning. Here's what to know about that deal and everything else.

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