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Google's personalized Discover feed is (finally!) coming to PCs soon
After years of testing, Google Discover—a personalized feed of articles that might interest you—will finally be available on desktop computers.News
Classic Outlook is installing with wrong languages. Here's what to do
This problem only occurs when installing classic Outlook via the Microsoft Store. Here's a workaround you can use.News
Canva unveils magical AI-powered spreadsheets, graphs, and more
Canva's Create 2025 conference launched some truly interesting features, including AI-driven spreadsheets, charts, graphs, coding assistant, and a new photo editor.Opinion
Why I prefer this lo-fi password manager over swanky modern ones
KeePass may not look like much, but that's part of its charm. Here's why I've been using it for nearly 20 years and have no plans to switch away.News
IPVanish rolls out new Trust Center and successful independent audit
IPVanish just announced two key privacy and security updates for users.News
April's security update for older Office version is causing app crashes
After yesterday's update, you might find that Office 2016 apps crash when doing mundane things like creating new documents.News
This WhatsApp security flaw leaves your PC open to malware. Update now!
If you use the desktop version of WhatsApp, you need to update ASAP to patch an actively exploited security vulnerability.News
Running late? Google Meet now uses AI to catch you up
Google Meet within Google Workspace is adding an AI feature to surreptitiously catch you up on a meeting to which you arrived late, plus new features for Sheets and Docs.News
Microsoft will block Teams access if you don't update the app this week
Microsoft wants all users to keep up with the latest updates to ensure security and compliance.Feature
You'll take my personal files from my cold, dead hard drive. Here's how to save yours
A look at the importance of local computer files and how to cultivate your own file collection.Updated
Microsoft unveils powerful new research tools in Copilot overhaul
Microsoft is adding familiar research features to Copilot: Copilot Search, Deep Research, plus podcasts and Pages.News
US feds say AI-generated prompt outputs can't be copyrighted
A new report from the Copyright Office says fully prompt-generated works can't be copyrighted, but using AI tools doesn't automatically make a work ineligible.News
Mozilla plans to launch 'Thundermail' email addresses for users
Thundermail will have both free and paid versions, and it'll be part of the greater Thunderbird Pro services.Feature
Should you turn off your antivirus when you game on your PC?
Should you shut off your antivirus before launching a game? The answer may surprise you…News
Gamers beware! This new malware hides in your GPU
A new family of malware is impersonating Asus's Armoury Crate gaming software and infecting PCs with infostealers.Opinion
The Nintendo Switch 2 almost makes PC gaming look cheap
A new gaming PC is a lot more expensive than a new console. But between a much higher price, $80 games, plus many more options for cash-strapped PC gamers, the Switch 2 looks pretty spendy right now.News
Microsoft releases its own AI search engine, called Copilot Search
Microsoft is stepping up to Google. Ask questions and get AI-powered summaries based on information from across the web.News
Bill Gates just published the 'coolest code' he ever wrote for Microsoft
In the lead up to Microsoft's 50th anniversary, Bill Gates published the source code that ultimately led to the company's success.Feature
I ditched Google Search. Now I'm saving the planet with Ecosia instead
Ecosia is doing a lot of good for our planet. If you switch to Ecosia, you can make a tangible positive impact on the world.Feature