I tested a 7-year-old laptop. Now I’m questioning PC upgrade cycles

PC makers use comparisons to older PCs to convince you to buy a new one. But is it really necessary? I went through some real-world tests of old and new PCs to see if you really need to buy a new PC - ...

My new favorite Windows app made my PC safer and more reliable - and it's free

My new favorite Windows app made my PC safer and more reliable - and it's free ...

Apple Preview is the most underrated Mac app. Here are 7 things you didn’t know you could do with it

Apple Preview has quietly grown into one of the most powerful apps on your Mac. From editing PDFs to removing image ...

10 free ways to make your Windows PC harder to hack

PCWorld outlines 10 free cybersecurity methods to protect Windows PCs from hackers, including password managers, two-factor authentication, and proper account management. These security practices ...
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I stopped using Google Drive and OneDrive so I could host my own files — and I love it

The Nextcloud and Immich combo is a dream ...
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Best ChatGPT Alternative in 2026: 10 Options Worth Considering

We tested the best ChatGPT alternatives in 2026 across writing, coding, and research tasks. See how they compare to find the best AI tool for your needs.

Xiaomi Pad 8 Pro review: I swapped my trusty iPad for this and didn’t miss it at all

Xiaomi's Pad 8 Pro is a rare breed that balances build, performance, and meaningful perks without nuking your wallet or having you sorely regret not picking an iPad.

OpenBSD 7.9 arrives, a diamond in the rough proud of every sharp edge

HANDS ON Even after 60 releases, to borrow Carlsberg's slogan, OpenBSD is probably the most secure FOSS Unix-like OS in the world. OpenBSD 7.9 arrived just a couple of days after project lead Theo de ...
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Hey Apple, It's 2026. Where Are These 12 macOS Features?

Based on my decades of evaluating and using macOS, it's baffling that Apple has yet to add these essential features.