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Tech that died in 2020

Even in a year like 2020, one thing didn't change in the tech world: Certain devices, technologies, and services shut down. The causes vary, as does the level of regret. Some things we'll miss; some...

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ESET Security Premium review: Good protection at a non-promotional price

ESET is a good suite that provides excellent protection, has a good number of extra features, and fair pricing.

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FastestVPN review: A good choice for VPN newbies

FastestVPN is easy to use and offers good performance, but it doesn't have much in the way of extra features.

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Orchid review: The cryptocurrency VPN

Orchid is not your typical VPN, but for cryptocurrency fans looking for anonymity, it could be the right choice.

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Meet the CuBox-M, a tiny 2-inch PC built for developers and makers

SolidRun's new CuBox-M Micro Desktop PC is built for makers with prices starting at $99.

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How to benchmark your PC laptop for real-world gains

Free benchmarking software can help you understand how well your laptop performs. And that has numerous payoffs.

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AceVPN.com Ultimate review: No desktop app, but that's not its biggest problem

AceVPN.com has been around for a while, but it still needs a lot of work.

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CorelDraw Graphics Suite 2021 makes life easier for artists working remotely

CorelDraw Graphics Suite 2021 is here with new features and improvements for remote work.

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Getting started with Signal and other encrypted messaging apps

We cover the basics of encrypted messaging apps like Signal, explaining how to use them, and the important limits they have on securing digital communication.

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Mastering your password manager: 5 must-know tips

We explain why you need a password manager, how they work, and how to get the most from the password manager you choose.

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CyberGhost VPN review: An easy-to-use VPN for content streamers

CyberGhost continues to be one of our favorite VPNs that caters to overseas streamers, offers a good amount of countries for a good price.

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Lock down your Windows PC with a dedicated local administrator account

How to assign administrator privileges to a local user account in Windows 10 for added security.

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VeePN Review: Passable speeds and crazy-good five-year deal

Newcomer VeePN features a Double VPN, Netflix support, and workable speeds.

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How to disable start up programs in Windows 10 to make boot times faster

These simple tips will help speed up your PC's boot times using built-in Windows 10 tools.

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Which CPU do I have and how fast is it? How to check

Do you know which CPU is running inside your PC? The answer could inform what software you run, and when to upgrade.

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VeePN Review: Passable speeds and crazy-good five-year deal

Newcomer VeePN features a Double VPN, Netflix support, and workable speeds.

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How to see what Google knows about you, and delete it

Google, like many other big tech companies, knows a lot about you. Here's how to find all that data, and delete it.

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5 great security tools built right into Windows

How to keep your PC secure with tools built into Windows 10. We'll cover Windows Defender scanning, parental controls, system restores, memory integrity, and Dynamic Lock.

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Logitech's new carbon labels show your mouse and keyboard's impact on the...

Logitech's new carbon impact transparency labeling lets you see just how much CO2 your tech consumption habits are spewing into the atmosphere.

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MSCHF is up to no good with its race to win 100 pounds of cookies

The art collective MSCHF is helping you see how many cookies are out there on the web with its cookie-gathering contest.

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