One of the biggest players in the virtual private network industry, NordVPN appears to hit all the right notes in providing a service that offers everything a customer would want. NordVPN is super fast, packed with useful features, and it’s a breeze to use. It’s based in a privacy-friendly jurisdiction and offers all the standard …
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This story is part of Focal Point iPhone 2022, CNET’s collection of news, tips and advice around Apple’s most popular product. Whether you’re using the upcoming iPhone 14 or getting extra mileage out of a faithful older iPhone, a well-tested and top-performing virtual private network is a cornerstone privacy tool for Apple iOS users in 2022. A mobile VPN on your iPhone can …
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If you’re using Google Chrome or a Chromium-based browser — whether on MacOS, Windows or Linux — it’s time to check for a critical security update. On Friday, Google released a Chrome update to patch a significant vulnerability that is actively being exploited in ongoing cyberattacks. Google urged users on all operating systems to update Chrome as soon as possible. …
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Whether your phone of choice is the new iPhone 14 or the latest Android, a top-performing virtual private network for mobile is a reliable way to increase your privacy while on the go. A mobile VPN can help you avoid intrusive, location-based advertising and add an extra layer of protection while logging into your personal sites on public Wi-Fi. It’s …
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Did you recently upgrade to a new M2 MacBook Pro? Maybe you’re the owner of an earlier M1 MacBook Air or Pro, or you have an older version of the MacBook. No matter the case, know that no laptop comes straight out of the box optimized for maximum performance — even one with an Apple logo. While it’s certainly exciting to unwrap …
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There are so many different ways to meet a partner these days, and dating sites are one of the most popular. Whether you’re looking for a long-term relationship or some casual fun, the dating site options are numerous. But where to start? I took into consideration everything from each service’s dating pool to whether it provides daily matches to whether …
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This story is part of Focal Point iPhone 2022, CNET’s collection of news, tips and advice around Apple’s most popular product. Apple’s iOS 16 is coming soon — tune in today to Apple’s iPhone event to see how soon. If you’re excited to get your hands on all the new iPhone features in iOS 16, there may be an alternative to …
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Facebook’s parent company, Meta, has agreed to a $37.5 million settlement to resolve a lawsuit accusing the company of violating users’ privacy by tracking their movements without permission. Plaintiffs in Lundy et al vs. Meta Platforms claim the social media platform collected location data even when users turned off their phones’ location services setting, violating both California law and Facebook’s …
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It’s always a good time to master some of Windows 11’s productivity features. These built-in tricks can help you do everything from setting up Taskbar shortcuts to saving battery power. No matter which Microsoft, Dell, HP or other Windows compatible rig you have, we’ve got you covered here with our list of hidden features that you can use right now to …
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Going shopping can be a pain in the butt, especially if you don’t like trying on clothes or don’t know which clothes you should try on. It can also be time-consuming to hunt the racks at your local outlet store for that hidden gem. That’s why online clothing subscriptions are so clutch for your closet. There are plenty of options …
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