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Add extra security and privacy to your smart home gadgets, streaming boxes, and every device in your house by running a virtual private network on your router.

Cleaning your coffee grinder is a bit of a chore, but doing so will greatly improve the taste of your daily cup. It’s also way easier than you’d think.

If your mentions, inboxes, and DMs are blowing up with hateful comments, here are the technological and psychological tools you need to weather the storm.

Shopping for a laptop can be infuriating. Here’s how to sift through the acronyms, storage options, and extra features to find the best one for you.

Carriers are starting to offer home internet packages that rely on 5G cellular data service. We’ll help you decide if it’s right for you.

With the hearing aid industry’s shift to over-the-counter sales, the market is flooded with new models. We’ll help you navigate the thicket of options.

ChatGPT’s conversation tools are fantastic—when the chatbot isn’t constantly talking over you. Try these tips for a better AI audio experience.

Learn how to use keyboard shortcuts instead of mouse clicks for common tasks in Google Docs. You might be surprised at how much time you save.

The free application comes preinstalled on every Mac, iPhone, and iPad. Here’s how to use it to kickstart a daily journaling habit.

There are many reasons why you’d want—or need—to nuke a Google account. Thankfully, breaking up with Google is pretty easy.

Here’s how to view the total solar eclipse on April 8 as the moon casts a slender shadow across Mexico, the United States, and eastern Canada.

Do your future self a favor and back up all your precious photos, messages, and more before it’s too late.

Save your memories before you grab a new iPhone or update to the latest version of iOS.

Going all-in on Apple’s services bundle could be a smart move, especially for families. We break down what’s included and how much it costs.

Follow these tips to produce stronger writing that stands out on the web even in the age of AI and ChatGPT.

Rumors abound about the Switch’s successor, but that shouldn’t deter you from jumping into the wonderful library of exclusive games on Nintendo’s platform.

Instant cameras are on the rise once again, but what about the camera you found in your dad's garage?

Every person has a different idea of what makes noise “loud,” but there are some things we all can do to turn the volume down a little.

Here’s some advice for safely experiencing the total solar eclipse on April 8 as the moon casts a slender shadow across Mexico, the United States, and eastern Canada.

If you've ever heard music, voices, or other sounds while trying to sleep with a white noise machine running, you're not losing your mind. Here's what's going on.

If you use Google’s apps, it’s worth looking at this all-inclusive service. We break down what you get and how much it costs.

Google offers 15 GB of free storage with every account, but many users are hitting the limit. Use these tips to clear some room, and tidy your inbox while you’re at it.

Don’t forget your pills! Here’s how to set alarms, notifications, and reminders on your iPhone or Android smartphone.