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This free Chrome extension kills invasive email 'tracking pixels' dead
Gmail, Outlook, and similar services often include tracking pixels in emails. The Chrome extension Trocker prevents this type of spying.How-To
Windows 11’s taskbar audio settings suck. Here’s how to fix it
I’m stuck with Windows 11 now. So I finally made this issue less terrible to deal with.Try This
If you have a home media collection, you need to try Kodi
Kodi is an open-source app that plays your films, music and videos.Tip
The second-best webcam has solved its fatal flaw
eMeet's Piko+ 4K webcam originally shipped with just a tripod mount, and no way to attach it to a display or laptop. eMeet has issued a new version at the same price, which really makes it a great choice.Tip
One simple question can stop a deepfake scammer immediately
Deepfake technology has improved so much that you could mistake an imposter for the real person. But this expert tip will catch a fraudster in the act.How-To
3 ways to watch Monday Night Football when streamers are fighting
Today it’s YouTube TV versus Disney, tomorrow it will be another streaming TV dispute. Luckily, there are affordable ways to catch MMF during a streaming blackout.Tip
How wrapping keys in aluminum foil protects your car from thieves
Thieves are increasingly using radio amplifiers to break into cars with passive keyless entry. Here's what you can do to protect yourself and your vehicle.Tip
Router locked? Here's how to reset access and get back in
An easy solution if you can't get into your router settings.Tip
These two websites are guaranteed to cure boredom
We look at two websites guaranteed to cure boredom.How-To
Adios, Windows: These alternatives make switching from Microsoft easy
Windows is not the perfect operating system for everyone. We show you what alternatives there are and the advantages and disadvantages of each.Try This
Meet Focus, the Windows 11 setting that makes distractions disappear
Windows Focus is a useful tool for productivity. Here's how to use it to stay on task.How-To
Master your BIOS: 8 tweaks that unlock hidden PC performance
Whether it's a self-built gaming machine or a fresh-from-the-store office PC, the right BIOS/UEFI settings can make a world of difference.Tip
I caved and bought an $80 portable monitor. Now I love working remotely
I no longer have to sacrifice productivity when working out of restaurants, cafés, and hotels.How-To
Home theater hack: Connect a new soundbar to an old TV
Just because you have an aging TV without HDMI doesn’t mean you can’t upgrade its audio with a higher-performing soundbar.Try This
This website animates my hand-drawn characters in seconds
If you've ever wanted to animate a hand-drawn character, this website can do it for you.Tip
I got a $12 'telescope' for my phone. It completely changed how I take photos
This telescope attaches to your smartphone and lets you zoom in on stuff that's far away. It's a fun accessory that's perfect to give as a gift.How-To
I was robbed. Then I turned my home into a smart security fortress for $400
A brazen theft was the wake-up call. I turned my house into a fortress with security cameras, sensors, and even protection from fire and water damage.Tip
Word and PowerPoint: How to put photos in a circle
Sometimes you want to add a circular author photo to the last page of a text or presentation. Microsoft Word and PowerPoint provide two simple ways to do it.Try This
I swear by this free app for adding notes to PDFs
If you're finding it hard to find a free and feature-packed PDF editor, then you need this app.Tip
Who's on your Wi-Fi? Here's how to see every device on your home network
Angry IP Scanner displays active devices on your LAN or Wi-Fi network, including their IP and MAC addresses.Try This
Switching to Windows 11’s dark mode saves my eyes at night
If the Windows default mode burns your retinas at night, you can simply switch to Windows Dark mode instead.How-To
Ring's AI-powered pet finder is coming—and you're already signed up
Ring’s new AI-enabled Search Party feature enlists the help of nearby Ring cameras—including yours, unless you say otherwise—to spot missing pets.Tip
Discord’s new Halloween notifications suck. Here's how to turn them off
I like Halloween just fine. I dislike my apps changing my settings without asking me.How-To
Zoom isn't as private as you think. Here's how to lock it down
Keep your online meetings and the data shared in them more private and secure with these tips.Try This
From rookie to Windows 11 ninja: 17 keyboard shortcuts to master
These shortcuts are ideal for power users wanting to navigate Windows quickly and efficiently.Tip
I hate typing with a TV remote. That's why I love this nifty $36 gadget
It even has a built-in trackpad, which takes it up another level. Everyone with a smart TV should have one of these.How-To
Worried about hackers, viruses, and fraud? Ask yourself these 10 questions
New attacks, new security technologies, new questions: In this article, we provide answers to current problems in PC and internet security.Try This
How I instantly free up hard drive space in Windows 11
If you're getting low in the amount of space you have on your hard drive, Windows has a tool that can help you.How-To
Ring lets police ask for security videos. Here’s how to opt out
A feature in Ring’s Neighbors app allows law enforcement to request footage from your Ring cameras. You don’t have to play ball.Tip
Veracrypt keeps Windows Recall from snooping on files, but you can turn it off
The Windows Recall feature on Copilot PCs regularly saves screenshots for later searches. Veracrypt can stop this and increase privacy.Tip
This Settings tweak makes my mouse cursor so much easier to see
If you're struggling to see your mouse cursor, this simple settings tweak will make it so much easier to spot.How-To
Windows Defender tricks that speed up your PC without sacrificing security
Antivirus software acts as a performance brake, especially on older PCs. However, with a few tricks you can significantly reduce a program's hunger for resources.How-To
How to clean a USB-C port
If you have USB-C ports with built up dust and grime, here's how to clean them in just a few minutes.Try This
Hate Windows 11's centered taskbar? Here's how to change it
If you don't like the default alignment of the taskbar in Windows 11, here's how to change it back to how it was in Windows 10.How-To
12 easy tweaks that maximize your Windows 11 PC's speed
Get your computer to boot faster, get rid of unnecessary features and maximize performance with these tips.Try This
This app can do the one thing I wish Windows Snip could do
For screen captures that are more than just simple screenshots and videos, you need the ShareX app.How-To
Is that virus warning real? How to spot false alarms
When an antivirus program sounds the alarm, it always triggers a moment of shock in the user. But the warning is not always justified. Because even a virus scanner can make mistakes.Updated
How to use Instagram anonymously without an account
Simple tricks let you surf Instagram anonymously and see posts without logging in. Here’s everything at a glance.Try This
This obscure Microsoft Excel tool imports PDF data without mangling it
No more mangled formatting. This is how you should load data from a PDF into Microsoft Excel in Windows.How-To
Windows 10 support ends in days. Here’s how to switch to Windows 11
It's time to abandon Windows 10. Here's how to install and familiarise yourself with Windows 11.How-To
The Windows 11 survival guide for Windows 10 refugees
Windows 11 isn't as different from Windows 10 as it might seem at first glance. And what you can't get used to, you can often restore.How-To
Windows 10 dies next week. Here’s how to keep your older PC alive
On October 14, Microsoft is pulling the plug on Windows 10. Here's how to keep your PC alive when Microsoft stops releasing updates for the operating system.Feature
Yes, 'USB condoms' are real, and they protect your gadgets from danger
A data-blocking charging cable is like a seatbelt your phone: a cheap, secure alternative to your phone's charging cable that will help protect it from being hacked by a sketchy USB port in a hotel or airport.Tip
How to access your classic Outlook emails in the latest version
The new Outlook can open PST files—you just need an active Microsoft 365 subscription and the classic Outlook version.Try This
I tuned the text in Windows 11 to be so much clearer. Here's how
Sick of blurry text on your PC? This small step can save your eyes!Tip
How to organize your browser with Firefox Tab Groups
Mozilla has added a new function to its Firefox browser that allows you to combine several tabs into groups.Deal
The best Prime Day Chromebook deal has the lousiest discount. Don't be fooled!
Don't be fooled by eye-popping discounts: The Lenovo IdeaPad 3i is the best deal on a Chromebook for Amazon's October Prime Day event, simply because it offers everything you want at an already fantastic price.Tip
This $20 neck light is a game-changer for book readers
I miss my Kindle's backlight when reading paper books—at least I used to until I got myself this neck-worn book light.Try This
The simple way I fix Windows device problems, no panic needed
If you encounter device problems in Windows, try this simple command.How-To