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AMD graphics cards have this one unsung advantage over Nvidia

AMD and Nvidia duke it out for performance every generation, but AMD Software has been evolving in the shadows, and it's time it got the attention it deserves.
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Common macOS Ventura problems and how to fix them

Here's how to solve the most common macOS Ventura problems to get your Mac working right again and how to downgrade to Monterey.
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This critical macOS flaw may leave your Mac defenseless

Macs are known for their security, but Microsoft has discovered a serious flaw that could let hackers waltz past one of macOS’s strongest defensive tools.
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How to use the new communities feature in Microsoft Teams

Microsoft Teams' new communities feature benefits personal and small business collaboration.
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The best GPU benchmarking software

When you're ready to test your GPU performance and compare it to other optimization results, you need powerful benchmarking software. Here are the best options.
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This free service just hit a huge website security milestone

A major milestone has been reached in website security thanks to free certificates provided by a little-known non-profit organization called Let's Encrypt.
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Hackers’ Cyber Monday deals will be unbelievably good

Beware the deal that looks to good to be true because hackers know you're eager for big discounts on great products, the perfect recipe for a scam.
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Get a year of Norton Antivirus for PC or Mac for $20 for Cyber Monday

If you're buying a new desktop or laptop during this Cyber Monday sale, be sure to get yourself an excellent security suite like the Norton 350 Deluxe.
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Black Friday VPN deals: NordVPN, ExpressVPN, Surfshark

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Hacker ranks explode — here’s how you can protect yourself

Microsoft's Digital Defense report warns of a wave of new hackers and cybersecurity threats and tells you how to stop them.
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Hackers sink to new low by stealing Discord accounts in ransomware attacks

AXLocker is a new ransomware attack that not only encrypts your files -- it also attempts to steal your Discord account, giving you 48 hours to respond.
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Beware — even Mac open-source apps can contain malware

Your Mac isn't completely immune to hackers so watch out for this sneaky malware threat that pretends to be a helpful open-source app.
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Half of Google Chrome extensions may be collecting your personal data

Data risk management company Incogni has found that half of every installed Google Chrome extension have a high to very high risk of collecting personal data.
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Update Windows now — Microsoft just fixed several dangerous exploits

Microsoft has just fixed a whole lot of dangerous vulnerabilities as part of its latest Windows patch.
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This Chrome extension lets hackers remotely seize your PC

Malicious extensions on Google Chrome are being used by hackers remotely in an effort to steal sensitive information.
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This Wi-Fi security flaw could let drones track devices through walls

A research team from University of Waterloo has attached a device to a drone that can uses vulnerabilities in Wi-Fi networks to see through walls.
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Hackers are infiltrating news websites to spread malware

The latest cybersecurity attack takes advantage of your trust in news sites and your browser to trick you into downloading malware.
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This creepy Mac app can record every moment of your online life

A new app for your Mac claims it can record every moment of your online life and store it for retrieval.
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This docking station solves the M1 Mac’s biggest weakness

Accessory brand Ugreen has just released a 12-in-1 Macbook docking station that can extend or mirror as many as three external displays at 4K 60Hz.
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Apple Security Research website launches to protect your Mac

Apple is making it easier to research security flaws in macOS and iOS with its new website, which also serves as a reporting hub and information resource.
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Your Siri conversations may have been recorded without your permission

A developer found a serious flaw affecting the security of Apple's voice assistant Siri associated with Bluetooth-connected accessories.
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How to split and combine PDFs on Mac using Preview

You can take a lengthy PDF and turn it into separate files or combine two or more PDFs into one. Here’s how to split and combine PDFs on Mac using Preview.
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Here’s how much faster Nvidia’s RTX 4090 is at cracking passwords

You need to start using 2FA and a password manager since the latest research shows how much faster Nvidia’s RTX 4090 is at cracking passwords.
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macOS Ventura launches with Stage Manager and redesigned apps

MacOS Ventura has finally exited beta and is now available to download for all.
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Typos can get you hacked in latest cybersecurity threat

Fake websites look just like the real ones, but steal your logins, harvest cryptocurrency, and infect your computer and phone in the latest cybersecurity threat.
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How to set up Wallet and Apple Pay on Mac

You can make shopping and purchases a breeze on your computer. We’ll show you how to set Wallet and Apple Pay on Mac for a smoother checkout experience.
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Are Windows 11 security features killing your gaming performance? You might be surprised

Windows 11's security features kill your gaming performance, right? Microsoft brought this year-old issue back up, and we think it is high time to revisit it.
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How to create a Smart Folder on a Mac

Find the files you need quickly by making an automatically updating folder. We’ll show you how to create a Smart Folder on a Mac to easily see related items.
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Passwords are hard and people are lazy, new report shows

Survey finds that online security is too difficult and most of us simply won't bother with multiple,strong and unique passwords.
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Thanks, I hate it: Someone installed macOS on a Steam Deck

One brave Reddit user has continued the noble tradition of putting macOS in places it shouldn’t be by installing it on a Steam Deck. The results are … mixed.
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Microsoft data breach exposed sensitive data of 65,000 companies

Microsoft is in a disagreement with a security research firm regarding how a recent breach of its servers has been handled.
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Apple could launch a Frankenstein iPad Pro that runs macOS

A crazy new rumor claims Apple is going to bring macOS to the M2 iPad Pro in place of iPadOS. But there are several reasons why it doesn’t make much sense.
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DuckDuckGo’s new browser could help keep Mac users safe on the web

DuckDuckGo's privacy-first web browser has moved from the iPhone to the Mac and it might have even more security and safety than Apple's Safari.
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The latest Firefox release redesigns its private browsing feature

Mozilla shows off its Private Browsing mode updates and design makeovers for Cybersecurity month.