Category: News
Perplexity Really Wants to Buy a Browser: Bid for Brave, DuckDuckGo Before Chrome
Perplexity has made its Comet browser available for all Pro subscribers in the US. It means you can now access it from the $20 a month plan…
Your SSN Is on the Web, AI Is Leaking Data, and Buses Are Getting Hacked: Another Week in Cybersecurity Hell
But, hey, at least you can claim your part of AT&T’s $177 million data breach settlement!…
I converted this Windows 11 mini PC into a Linux work station – and didn’t regret it
For a small-form-factor PC that still delivers impressive performance, the Geekom IT15 is a great choice…
Windows 11’s August patch fixes hiccups and rolls out remote recovery
In addition to fixes and quality improvements, Quick Machine Recovery is now being enabled on eligible Windows 11 24H2 PCs…
20 little-known Windows features every student should use
Windows is packed with hidden features and tricks that can make your school life easier…
Your Windows PC has a secretly useful backup tool – here’s how to access it
Looking for a traditional yet flexible program to back up your personal files? Windows has a built-in tool that you can take advantage of…
Office 365 gets new ‘companion apps’ that live in the Windows taskbar
Are they widgets? Are they notifications? Both… and neither, sort of…
Google tests ‘script blocking’ in Chrome Incognito to boost privacy
The aim is to block third-party scripts that use “browser re-identification” tricks to extract info about your browser and device…
Google Search Now Lets You Prioritize Your Preferred News Sources
No need to scroll to check if your preferred outlet has covered a story. Publications you mark as ‘preferred sources’ will now appear directly in the Top Stories block…
Older Office 365 app versions will lose three features soon. Update now!
Microsoft is dropping support for three features in outdated Office 365 versions. Updating to the latest version is strongly recommended…
Starlink Cuts Monthly Fee in Latest Bid to Attract New US Customers
New users in select locations can now sign up for the Residential plan for $99 per month, down from $120. The Residential Lite plan also gets a price drop…
Matter’s latest update doubles down on stability and pushes the platforms to play better together
A surprise 1.4.2 spec release focuses on reliability, security, and better coordination between Apple, Amazon, and Google…