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Want to keep getting Windows 10 updates? It’ll cost you $30 • Consumers can pay $30 for an extended support update that allows you to stay on Windows 10 for a bit longer.

Wireless 6G sets an incredible speed record that makes 5G feel like dial-up • Scientists just reached blazing-fast speeds with 6G wireless tech that’s still in development.

Intel, AMD, and other PC titans join forces to fortify x86 CPUs • Two competitors are teaming up to preserve X86 processors.

Warning: Windows 11’s big 2024 update takes a long time to install • Luckily, you don’t have to sit by and monitor the upgrade.

ChromeOS gets a major update with plenty of new features • Google is currently rolling out a hefty update to its operating system for Chromebooks.

Anthropic’s new Claude AI model can use a PC ‘the way people do’ • Anthropic’s latest version of Claude can ‘read’ a computer via screenshots and operate its mouse and keyboard, performing basic data entry tasks.

Microsoft’s free PC Manager app for Windows 10 and 11 gets even better • The latest version of Microsoft’s PC Manager displays internet speed in real time and removes unnecessary files even faster.

You can now report fake reviews to the FTC • The Federal Trade Commission’s new rules governing fake reviews are now in play.

Ryzen 7 9800X3D: AMD’s gaming titan obliterates Intel’s best • Yes, AMD’s Ryzen 7 9800X3D is the new CPU gaming champion—but it’s the productivity improvements that should be screamed about.

Core Ultra 9 285K tested: 10 mustknow facts about Intel’s radically new CPUs • Don’t call these 15th-generation processors, thank you.

TunnelBear VPN: It’s just right for beginners • Come for the bear puns, stay for the security.

Asus Zenbook S 14: A nearly perfect productivity PC • It’s lighter than a MacBook Air.

Samsung Galaxy Chromebook Plus: Slim, sleek, and powerful • Like a well-balanced sword.

LG MyView Smart Monitor 32SR85U: A monitor that’s at odds with itself • The LG is packed with features but fails to deliver on image quality.

WHY I SWITCHED FROM WINDOWS TO CHROMEBOOKS AND HAVEN’T LOOKED BACK • THESE DAYS, I MOSTLY USE CHROMEOS, AND I ONLY BOOT UP WINDOWS WHEN I ABSOLUTELY NEED TO.

ARE 4K WEBCAMS WORTH IT? THE PROS AND CONS TO CONSIDER • THERE’S A LOT TO LIKE ABOUT 4K WEBCAMS, BUT THE PRICE CAN BE HARD TO JUSTIFY FOR MOST FOLKS.

How not to get bamboozled by AI content on the web • Look for these identifying traits.

How to make Windows search use Google instead of Bing • Do you prefer Google instead of Bing? You can make the change.

You’re using your USB flash drive wrong. Do this instead • There’s more to using a USB flash drive than just plugging it in, at least if you want to get the most out of it.

Solve your Wi-Fi problems with these smart router settings • Speed up your wireless network and make sure your whole home has good Wi-Fi coverage.

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