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Mobile devices sometimes get lost. A laptop bag gets left on the bus or train, a smartphone slips out of your pocket, or a ...

Open-source might not be the first thing you think of with Windows, but these free tools can seriously boost your productivity.

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W hile the PC industry continues to push the boundaries of performance, game developers continue to push the limits of the hardware we have. I love upgrading the components in my ...

If you've ever caught yourself squinting at your screen late at night, you already know why Dark Mode feels like a lifesaver. It swaps out the blinding whites for cooler shades of gray and black, ...

Effective cybersecurity is built on simple, consistent habits and making yourself a difficult target. This way, when the ...

Aly Lopez was a writer on the sleep and wellness team at CNET. She tested, researched and reviewed sleep and health-related products, technology and trends. She received her bachelor's degree in ...