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Stop hunting for a Microsoft Publisher replacement
Stop hunting for a Microsoft Publisher replacement: You’re already paying for one – howtogeek.com
Microsoft is killing Publisher in October 2026. But before you start shopping for a replacement, or worse, signing up for another subscription, open PowerPoint.
The Nirvana Fallacy
The Nirvana Fallacy – youtube.com · Ask Leo!
You’re overpaying for a password manager
You’re overpaying for a password manager — this free one does everything you need – MakeUseOf
On paper, the best password manager will always be the one with the most features. Case in point: 1Password. It offers robust security, a great feature set, and an intuitive UI, and it has never experienced a direct data breach. But it also doesn’t have a free version—not even a barebone basic one. So you’re paying at least $36 a year for the privilege.
Can a Chromebook Replace Your Main Laptop? Real-World Testing
Can a Chromebook Replace Your Main Laptop? Real-World Testing – aboutchromebooks.com
Chromebooks have come a long way from being “just a browser with a keyboard.” With faster processors, better displays, Android apps, Linux support, and cloud-first workflows, many people are now asking a serious question:
Emergency Chrome Security Update
Google Issues Emergency Chrome Security Update to Address High-Severity PDFium and V8 Flaws – Chrome Security Update
A significant security update for the Chrome Stable Channel to address multiple vulnerabilities, including high-severity flaws affecting the browser’s core engines.
I finally disabled UPnP and WPS on my router, and here’s why you should too
I finally disabled UPnP and WPS on my router, and here’s why you should too – MakeUseOf
Tashreef’s fascination with consumer technology began in the school library when he stumbled upon a tech magazine, CHIP, which ultimately inspired him to pursue a degree in Computer Science.
– Scammers Want to Steal Everyone’s Savings, Especially Seniors’ Savings
Scammers Want to Steal Everyone’s Savings, Especially Seniors’ Savings. Here’s How to Protect Yourself. – NY Times
Experts agree that older adults certainly aren’t the only ones being targeted by scammers. “This is not something that’s only happening to older folks — if you have a dollar, the scammer wants that dollar, and they’re going to come after you,” said Megan Squire, a threat intelligence researcher at the digital security company F-Secure.
I always install these apps and change these settings for my older parents’ phones
I always install these apps and change these settings for my older parents’ phones – howtogeek.com
Does the thought of your parents facing an emergency when you’re not around keep you up at night? Are you worried they won’t be able to use their smartphone when they actually need it? These simple Android tweaks transformed how I care for my aging parents from afar.
Google Maps will make you sign in to get its best features
Google Maps will make you sign in to get its best features – howtogeek.com
Google Maps is an extremely helpful tool for navigation, but millions of people use it for more than just directions. Google Maps is packed with features and data, including user reviews, images, restaurant information, saving your parking location, seeing recent trips, and more. If you rely on much of that information, we have some bad news.
Google Chrome adds Split View and PDF annotation with Drive upload
Google Chrome adds Split View and PDF annotation with Drive upload – 9to5google.com
Google is officially announcing a trio of new desktop Chrome productivity features today: Split View, PDF annotation, and Save to Google Drive.
Google Chrome is getting three productivity upgrades
Google Chrome is getting three productivity upgrades – howtogeek.com
The Google Chrome browser on desktop platforms is getting three more productivity upgrades. Thankfully, it’s a break from the usual AI-powered enhancements.
Can a Chromebook Replace Your Main Laptop? Real-World Testing
Can a Chromebook Replace Your Main Laptop? Real-World Testing – aboutchromebooks.com
Chromebooks have come a long way from being “just a browser with a keyboard.” With faster processors, better displays, Android apps, Linux support, and cloud-first workflows, many people are now asking a serious question:
Your password manager isn’t enough. Use this safer 3-step setup instead
Your password manager isn’t enough. Use this safer 3-step setup instead – howtogeek.com
I’ve used Bitwarden for years, and for a long time I felt pretty good about that decision. I wasn’t reusing passwords, I had strong, unique logins everywhere, and I wasn’t relying on my browser to remember everything. But lately, with the steady rise in account takeovers, phishing kits, and credential-stealing malware, “pretty good” stopped feeling good enough.
Stop installing these Windows apps
Stop installing these Windows apps — you don’t need them anymore – MakeUseOf
Pankil is a Civil Engineer turned freelance writer from Ahmedabad, India. As a long-time Windows and Android user, he has extensive knowledge of both operating systems and specializes in creating how-tos and troubleshooting guides.
4 things you can do with your iPhone’s USB port
4 things you can do with your iPhone’s USB port (besides charging) – howtogeek.com
When Apple finally switched the iPhone to USB-C, I was very excited for the possibilities that the more universal port would bring. It’s actually so much more versatile than I ever thought—here are four things that you can do with your iPhone’s USB-C port that you might not have known about.