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Windows 11 is here, but do you really need to upgrade from Windows 10? What to know

Windows 11 is here, but do you really need to upgrade from Windows 10? What to know

If you're on the fence about upgrading to Microsoft's latest OS, here are answers to some of your biggest questions.

by Alison DeNisco Rayome

Microsoft's Windows 11 vs. Windows 10: All the upgrades you should know about

Microsoft's Windows 11 vs. Windows 10: All the upgrades you should know about

Windows 11 is gradually rolling out to compatible devices, but what's the difference compared to Windows 10?

by Alison DeNisco Rayome

Download Windows 11 now with this workaround: How to skip the wait for Microsoft's OS

If you're still waiting to update to Microsoft's latest operating system, the Windows 11 Installation Assistant is your shortcut.

Facebook renames itself Meta amid controversy

The social network wants to be known as a metaverse company.

Windows 11: 6 of the best features in Microsoft's new OS and how they work

We'll tell you how to use Android apps, Snap Layouts, Widgets and other new Windows 11 features.

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Microsoft Office's new Loop app is designed to help you collaborate

Loop features are coming to Teams, Outlook and OneNote this month, with the full app following later.

by Sean Keane

Airbnb to crack down on New Year's Eve parties

Restrictions will not apply to guests with a history of positive reviews.

by Attila Tomaschek

Paramount Plus: What to know to stream UEFA matches here (but not Yellowstone)

You can stream shows, movies, originals and live sports like UEFA soccer matches on Paramount Plus. Here's everything to know.

by Joan E. Solsman

Microsoft Teams is getting avatars, launching in VR and AR next year

Teams is getting metaversified, hopes to be the Zoom for VR.

by Scott Stein

Zoom is testing ads on its free plan

The company is rolling out a pilot advertising program.

by Carrie Mihalcik

Yahoo pulls out of China due to 'challenging' environment

The company says it's committed to a free and open internet.

by Attila Tomaschek

Disappear from the internet forever: 6 things you have to do

Getting off the grid isn't as easy as it should be, but we'll show you where to start.

by Eric Franklin

NordVPN review: An encryption powerhouse with the biggest VPN bang for your buck

We recommend NordVPN for its continued efforts to improve security without falling behind on speed.

by Rae Hodge

Facebook steps up climate crisis misinformation detection during COP26

The social media company is also expanding its Climate Science Information Center to make it easier for people to get accurate scientific information about the climate crisis.

by Katie Collins

Uber will now bring you diapers, wipes and other baby essentials

Parents and caregivers can get on-demand delivery of baby and kid items via the Uber and Uber Eats apps.

by Alexandra Garrett

Spencer won't be streaming on HBO Max this weekend, sorry

But Dune is still streaming there.

by Joan E. Solsman

People are reporting that MacOS Monterey is bricking their laptops

You might want to hold off on upgrading your MacBook's OS, especially if you have an older computer.

by Adam Benjamin

Marvel's Eternals, Shang-Chi won't be streaming on Disney Plus this weekend, sorry

But Shang-Chi will be available to stream soon.

by Joan E. Solsman

Cord-cutter comparison: How 100 live TV channels stack up

We compare the channel packages of DirecTV Stream, Hulu Live, YouTube TV, Sling TV and more.

by David Katzmaier

TikTok and Amazon Fire TV team up in US and Canada

You can now watch TikToks on your Fire TV.

by Shelby Brown

What's new to stream for November 2021

Hawkeye, Red Notice and The Beatles: Get Back headline a packed month of streaming entertainment.

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Pokemon Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl: How to get a free Manaphy at launch

Buy the upcoming Pokemon remakes before Feb. 21 and you can receive a free Manaphy egg as an early purchase bonus.

by Kevin Knezevic

Your passwords could be on the dark web: How to see what leaked after a data breach

We'll show you how to use Google's Password Checkup and Mozilla's Firefox Monitor to see if your email addresses and passwords have been compromised.

by Clifford Colby

Use this clever Amazon shopping tip when you don't have someone's address

Ever wanted to send an Amazon gift, but you didn't have someone's address handy? Now you can. We'll tell you how to do it and what the catch is.

by Alexandra Garrett

8 default Windows 10 settings you need to disable right now

Microsoft's Windows 11 is rolling out in phases, but you should turn off these default settings in Windows 10 before you make the switch.

by Alison DeNisco Rayome