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August update breaks PC resets and recoveries on Windows 10 and 11
Affected versions include Window 10 22H2, Windows 11 22H2, Windows 11 23H2. Meanwhile, Windows 11 24H2 is spared.
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A reopened lawsuit might make ad blockers illegal in Germany
A German court judgment could lead to a ban on the use of ad blockers.
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Asus says the new Gears of War is 'ROG Xbox Ally certified'
Is a Steam Deck Certified-style system on its way for Windows-based handhelds like the Ally and Legion Go? We'll have to wait and see.
How-To
Upgrading to Windows 11? Here's how to use remote help
When free Windows 10 support ends in October, many users may worry about upgrading to Windows 11. Here’s how to help family and friends with the upgrade remotely.
Deal
Anker's fast and slim 6-device charging station is $30 off right now
This Anker Prime charger has 2 AC outlets, 2 USB-C ports, and 2 USB-A ports for just $80 (was $110) on Amazon.
Deal
This Ryzen 5 mini PC with 16GB RAM and Windows 11 Pro is only $250
It's a perfect daily driver mini PC for home users, and it's extremely affordable now that it's 22% off on Amazon.
Feature
'Juice jacking' is back, but rogue USB chargers don't scare me
An old attack makes the news once again, but I feel prepared.
Reviews
ESET Home Security Premium review: Simple protection with a complex heart
ESET's antivirus software gives far more control over scan and feature settings than the average rival — a plus for power users — without being intimidating.
Updated
Today’s best laptop deals: Save big on work, school, home use, and gaming
These are the best deals on home use laptops, gaming laptops, and Chromebooks we can find, updated every weekday.
Reviews
Lenovo ThinkPad T14s review: Twice the price, but not twice as nice
I had high hopes for the Intel ThinkPad T14s Gen 6, but its performance is held back by poor cooling and significantly reduced battery life. It might have been worth recommending if it weren’t nearly twice the price of the Snapdragon model.
Opinion
Today's Arm PCs can't compete with $599 MacBooks. We deserve better
Windows Arm laptops are being outclassed by Apple's MacBooks. It's not a good look and PC makers need to switch up their strategies.
News
NordVPN bids farewell to its Meshnet feature—what you need to know
This useful, but obscure feature never got the attention it deserved.
News
There wasn't enough Copilot in Excel, so Microsoft added more
Microsoft has added a "true" Copilot function to Microsoft Excel, allowing you to query data and create arrays using Copilot and your data.
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Nvidia's GeForce Now adds killer upgrades: RTX 5080, DIY game installs
Nvidia's GeForce Now service is receiving a major upgrade, as Ultimate subscribers can now games with RTX 5080 "Blackwell" servers, plus cinematic visual upgrades as well as a new "install to play"option that provides dedicated cloud storage for your games.
Best Picks
Best video doorbells 2025: Top 7 picks for your home security
Video doorbells keep continuous watch over the entrance to your property, but which should you choose? We take a look at the field to determine the best.
Deal
That one Brother laser printer everybody loves is only $70 today
This printer is perfect for occasional black-and-white prints, plus toner refills are cheap. Today, it's almost as cheap all on its own.
Deal
This Snapdragon-powered Dell laptop with 16GB of RAM is just $575 today
Today you can get a Snapdragon-based Inspiron 14 Plus with great battery life for over $400 off the retail price.
Reviews
Reolink Altas review: Battery and solar power for 24/7 recording
With an optional microSD card, and a solar panel to keep the battery in this security cam perpetually charged, the Reolink Altas can record video 24/7.
News
Anthropic's AI chatbot Claude can now choose to stop talking to you
For now, the feature will only kick in during particularly "harmful or abusive" interactions.
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