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News
Intel Is Dropping the “I” With 14th Gen CPUs
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Intel has been slowly undergoing a big rebrand over the last couple of generations. First, it discontinued the classic Pentium and Celeron brands. Now, the company is dropping the “i” branding from its mainstream processors and introducing a new line of Core chips.
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Google Domains Is Shutting Down, Migrating Domains Elsewhere
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If you bought your domain from Google instead of providers such as GoDaddy, you might want to continue reading. Google Domains is officially on its way out, but your domains are safe.
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Cyber Security
5 Browser Security Myths That Need Busting
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Misinformation or outdated advice about online security can make you and your personal data vulnerable. So let’s look at five common browser security myths so you can keep your understanding of browser security and the browser itself up to date together.
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Windows
How to Fix “There Was a Problem Resetting Your PC” on Windows 10 and Windows 11
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Can’t reset your Windows PC as the “There Was a Problem Resetting This PC” error keeps cropping up? Worry not; there are ways to resolve this problem, so you can bring your system to the factory settings. We’ll show you multiple ways to get around this issue.
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This Is How Windows 11 Will Sandbox Apps for Better Security
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Microsoft revealed a new security feature in May coming to Windows 11, which would allow Windows applications to run in isolated sandbox environments for enhanced security. Now we know a little more about how that will work.
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How to Fix the “Download Failed Network Error” Issue in Google Chrome
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Are you getting a “Failed – network error” message while trying to download a file in Google Chrome on your computer? There are more than a few reasons a file download fails. Luckily, it’s easy to resolve this issue in your favorite web browser, and we’ll show you how.
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Useful Information
Does Always-On Display Drain Your Battery, and How Much?
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Always-on display is a handy feature that lets you see the time and notifications without unlocking your phone. But is it draining your battery? Let’s find out.
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Smart Home
You Can Convert Coax Lines to Ethernet With MoCA Adapters
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No Ethernet runs in your house? No problem. If you have coaxial cable, the stuff used for television connections, you can convert them to Ethernet for high-speed connectivity across your home.
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Dimmable LED Bulbs Keep Burning Out? Do This
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If you’ve outfitted dimmable ceiling lights in your home with LED bulbs only to have the bulbs heave erratically or burn out, there’s likely a very simple reason with a very simple solution.
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FAQ of the Week
Is It Bad to Leave Your Phone in the Sun?
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A hat and sunscreen can protect you on a hot summer day, but the sun can damage more than just your skin. Your phone doesn’t have the option to slather on sunscreen, however, so let’s look at the risks of leaving your phone to bake in the hot sun.
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