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The future of VPNs: Decentralized and post-quantum security
There are some exciting advancements coming to VPNs in the near future that will address growing privacy and security threats while giving users even better control over their services.
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Best VPN for Florida: Pornhub workarounds
Pornhub will begin blocking access to residents of Florida on January 1, following new age-verification laws—but a VPN can be a good workaround. These are the best VPNs to continue viewing the site while protecting your privacy.
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Gordon Mah Ung, PCWorld editor and renowned hardware journalist, dies at 58
With the heaviest of hearts, PCWorld pays tribute to Gordon Mah Ung. He was our executive editor in charge of hardware coverage, host of The Full Nerd, an exemplary tech journalist, and a great friend.
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The best free software for your PC
These are the best free programs that any PC needs: solid security tools, productivity software, and more.
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Going Full Nerd: My favorite Gordon Ung video is a masterclass in his talents
CES After Dark, fueled by ironic beanie hats and gigantic margaritas, showcased Gordon Mah Ung at his finest.
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AI impersonators will wreck online security in 2025. Here’s what to watch out for
We all have to be much more vigilant about what’s real and what’s not.
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The Zero Trust era is coming: What that means for VPNs and your data
Zero Trust architecture is revolutionizing network security to better protect your data, but a good VPN will never go out of style.
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US govt. is considering a ban on Amazon's bestselling router brand
After TP-Link's routers were used in a recent hacker attack, the government might ban their sales in the US.
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Microsoft 365 is getting a 'massive' redesign early next year
A new icon and a new name are just the tip of the iceberg. Here's what we know about what's coming.
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Meta slapped with €251 million fine for mishandling 2018 data breach
Meta must pay millions in fines after being investigated for the 2018 data breach that affected over 50 million Facebook accounts.
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Installing Windows 11 on old PCs is incredibly risky. Here’s why
Running Windows 11 on older, incompatible hardware isn’t just limiting—it’s downright problematic.
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Google's 'Deep Research' AI can write a college-level paper in minutes
Google's "Deep Research" is an AI research service that can scan dozens of websites in minutes and write a comprehensive paper on the subject of your choice using Google Gemini.
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FCC threatens to block spammy VOIP services
The Federal Communications Commission is putting more than 2,000 American VOIP providers on notice for failing to comply with spam mitigation systems.
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Microsoft fixes zero-day security flaw in latest Windows update
Microsoft resolved 71 security vulnerabilities in December's Patch Tuesday update, including one that's already being exploited in the wild.
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The FBI says you should use encrypted messaging. But do you need to?
After Chinese hackers infiltrated eight US telecommunications companies, the US government now recommends the use of encrypted messaging.
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OpenAI releases Sora, its AI-powered video generator tool
It's currently available to ChatGPT Plus and ChatGPT Pro subscribers. As of yet, there are no plans to bring Sora access to free users.
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Excel world champion solves 'Warcraft' spreadsheet to win crown
Michael Jarman has won the Super Bowl for nerds: the 2024 Microsoft Excel World Championship, managing a simulated World of Warcraft clan in a series of quests via spreadsheet.
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This sneaky phishing attack is a new take on a dirty old trick
Attackers are using Word documents to steal Microsoft account info—and antivirus isn’t catching it yet.
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ExpressVPN releases new dedicated IP feature with total user anonymity
ExpressVPN's new dedicated IP features aims to offer convenience without compromising privacy.
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Save a massive 50% on Adobe Creative Cloud during Cyber Monday
This is exactly what a Cyber Monday deal should look like from Adobe.
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Intel CEO steps down after a disastrous 2024
While Pat Gelsinger says he's retiring, it's not hard to see it as getting the boot from Intel's board.
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Best Buy's best Cyber Monday tech deals
Cyber Monday deals are rocking and rolling at Best Buy. These are the best bargains across the many tech deals available.
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Best Cyber Monday VPN deals
Cyber Monday 2024 is here and this year VPN bargain hunters can find steep discounts on some of the very best services on the market.
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Black Friday deals are here! 7 tips to avoid being scammed
Watch out for fraudsters hoping to make a quick, dirty buck amid the online chaos.
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Firefox 133 adds privacy-boosting 'bounce tracking' protection
Mozilla has released Firefox 133. The browser offers even more protection for your privacy. The developers have also closed some security gaps.
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'Hacker' breaks into gym to get hired, gets arrested instead
A Missouri man is being charged after allegedly "hacking" multiple businesses, then contacting them to sell his "security services."
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Watch out for fake Ryzen 9800X3D listings and don't get scammed
Dubious Amazon listings have shown up for the hottest new processor on the market. Selling for as low as $200, they're obviously fake.
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Should you use a VPN browser extension? What you gain, what you give up
A VPN browser extension can be a simple and affordable way to stay safe while browsing the web, but your mileage may vary.
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Black Friday VPN deals: What to expect, early sales
Black Friday 2024 is just around the corner. This year, VPN bargain hunters can expect steep discounts on some of the very best VPN services on the market.
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Black Friday SSD deals: What to expect and early sales
You can wait for deals on solid-state drives, but you don't have to—the deals have already begun.
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Microsoft teases AI interpreter that can translate speech in real time
The impressive language translator feature can even use your own voice for the translated audio.
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No more frights: Microsoft Edge is getting scareware protection
The web is rife with scams that rely on scare tactics. But Microsoft Edge will soon defend against such terrors.
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Hackers are using Facebook ads to spread fake Chrome password managers
Watch out for Facebook ads claiming that you need to update Bitwarden. They're loading up Chrome with spyware instead.
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Disposable addresses would make Gmail a privacy powerhouse
Your email address can be a liability for online security, but it doesn't have to go that way.
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Gmail might start offering 'dummy' email addresses soon
An app teardown shows Google working on temporary email addresses that can forward messages to your inbox and then be discarded.
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Hackers are exploiting Microsoft 365 to send extortion emails
These emails come from an official Microsoft address, thus bypassing the spam filter. Microsoft is investigating the incident.
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Google Docs now lets you generate AI images directly within documents
However, you'll need to be a paid subscriber to access the new AI feature.
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You should change your password. It sucks, according to NordPass
In its sixth annual evaluation of leaked passwords, the company reveals the 200 most common passwords—and they’re pretty bad. But it’s a fixable problem.
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Hackers can wirelessly watch your display by HDMI radiation
A newly discovered technique combines wireless EM monitoring and AI algorithms to "read" text on a victim's screen via HDMI radiation, and it's already being used in the wild.
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Watch out for fake online stores as Black Friday approaches
A new ring of 4,700 fake storefronts is luring victims with "deals" from major brands like The North Face.
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Microsoft fixes dozens of security flaws in Windows and Office
Close to a hundred issues have been addressed in November's Patch Tuesday, including six zero-day vulnerabilities in Windows.
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Are premium AI chatbots worth paying for? Only if you do these things
The paid features in ChatGPT, Copilot, and other AI chatbots are situationally useful at best… for now.
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Microsoft Outlook gets dynamic AI themes that change throughout the day
With Copilot Pro and Outlook, you can now experience AI-generated themes on demand.
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Hackers are stealing more info than ever. These 4 actions keep you safe
Data breaches and leaks keep coming fast and furious this year. Here’s how to defend yourself against the onslaught.
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Windows Terminal now supports AI chatbots like ChatGPT, GitHub Copilot
You can now get AI assistance in the latest nightly version of Windows Terminal.
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Outlook will crash if you open too many emails at once. Here's why
Is your Outlook app crashing when you open too many emails at once? Microsoft offers a workaround.
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Office apps crash on Windows 11 24H2 PCs with CrowdStrike antivirus
Office apps like Word and Excel are crashing on Windows 11 24H2 systems managed by CrowdStrike antivirus software.
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9 things you realize when you first start using a VPN
VPN novices take note. We'll walk you through what to expect from using a VPN — some of which might surprise you.
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Microsoft Outlook crashing when copying email text? Here's what you can do
Microsoft is aware of the problem and working on a fix. Meanwhile, there are workarounds you can employ to quash this bug.
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