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How to back up Windows 11 and keep all your data safe

Your Windows OS is home to precious files you don't want to lose, so let’s go over how to create a backup, just in case Windows decides to call in sick.
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How to insert footnotes in Word on PC and Mac

Adding a footnote to a Microsoft Word document isn't difficult at all. In this quick guide, we'll show you how to insert footnotes in Word in just a few clicks.
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How to download music from YouTube on desktop and mobile

We'll show you how to download music from YouTube via two different options. Just proceed with caution, as downloading music from YouTube can come with risks.
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5 image-editing apps you should use instead of Adobe Photoshop

Adobe Photoshop is popular, but it’s not for everyone. If you’re looking for an alternative, these five image-editing apps should be at the top of your list.
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How do I recover my Gmail account?

Forgetting your Gmail password is something that happens to the best of us. What’s more important is how to retrieve your login. We'll show you the ropes.
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Visible just made its unlimited 5G plan better than ever

Visible has added new features to its Visible+ 5G phone plan. Customers will now receive access to a global pass for 140 counties, plus other goodies.
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How to fix the ‘Google Drive refused to connect’ message

If you are unable to access your Google Drive with an error pertaining to connectivity issues, here is a quick guide that can help you resolve the problem.
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How to embed a YouTube video in PowerPoint

Did you know you can add YouTube videos to your PowerPoint presentations? It’s not too difficult either, and we created this guide to help with the process.
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Google Sheets vs. Microsoft Excel: Which is better?

When it comes time to create a collaborative spreadsheet, should you use Google Sheets or Excel? We compare both platforms to help you decide.
A person holds a MacBook Air at Apple's Worldwide Developer's Conference (WWDC) in 2023.

10 Mac trackpad gestures that everyone should be using

Did you know you can open LaunchPad and hide your desktop using macOS trackpad gestures? Here’s everything you need to know about your MacBook’s built-in mouse.
The Delta IV on the launchpad ahead of its 16th and final flight.

How to watch the final launch of ULA’s mighty Delta IV Heavy rocket

United Launch Alliance is about to launch its Delta IV Heavy rocket for the final time. Here's how to watch a live stream of the mission getting underway.
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April’s solar eclipse may produce an unexpected consequence

A total solar eclipse will take place in the U.S. on April 8, and researchers have just drawn attention to something about it that you may not have considered.
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The 10 most popular TV shows on Netflix right now

Netflix released its list of the 10 most popular TV shows right now. The top shows include 3 Body Problem, The Resident, and a new series from Dick Wolf.
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Galaxy AI is now available for these other Samsung phones

After launching on the Galaxy S24 series earlier this year, Samsung is now rolling out Galaxy AI for many of its other phones and tablets.
A person watches the annular solar eclipse of October 14, 2023, in Kerrville, Texas.

How to safely watch April’s total solar eclipse, in person or online

Next month will see a rare and exciting astronomical event: a total solar eclipse that will be viewable across much of North America. Here's how to watch it.
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The best sci-fi movies on Max right now

The best sci-fi movies on Max include Bill and Ted's Bogus Journey, Dune, Godzilla, 9, Aliens, Star Trek IV, Leviathan, Robocop, Predators, and more.
FS Tau is a multi-star system made up of FS Tau A, the bright star-like object near the middle of the image, and FS Tau B (Haro 6-5B), the bright object to the far right that is partially obscured by a dark, vertical lane of dust. The young objects are surrounded by softly illuminated gas and dust of this stellar nursery. The system is only about 2.8 million years old, very young for a star system. Our Sun, by contrast, is about 4.6 billion years old.

Hubble captures the dramatic jets of a baby star

A new image from the Hubble Space Telescope shows the drama that unfolds as a new star is born.
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How many devices can you watch Sling TV on at once?

Sling TV lets you stream your favorite channels on multiple devices — if you have the right plan, and if that channel is covered under that plan.
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What is dragonsplague in Dragon’s Dogma 2 and how is it cured?

There's a sickness spreading in Dragon's Dogma 2 called dragonsplague, and you don't want to fall victim to it. We'll tell you what it is and how to cure it.
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AMD makes older PCs more upgradeable once again

AMD just unveiled several new processors during an event in China, and owners of AM4 motherboards might be happy.
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Does the Moto G Stylus have NFC?

The Moto G Stylus is a popular choice if you want a midrange smartphone with good specs at a low price. But does the Moto G Stylus have NFC? We break it down.
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Apple just announced the dates for WWDC 2024

Apple has just confirmed the dates of WWDC 2024. Here's when the next Worldwide Developers Conference is taking place.
Castlevania's Simon Belmont in V Rising.

V Rising – Legacy of Castlevania crossover will let you fight Simon Belmont

V Rising will launch with Castlevania crossover content that lets players' vampires fight Simon Belmont.
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How to mount your Blink Mini 2 security camera

If you want to mount your Blink Mini 2, you'll be glad to know it's an easy process. Here's a look at how it works, along with how to flip your video if needed.
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Bad Boys: Ride or Die’s trailer unleashes action movie mayhem

Will Smith and Martin Lawrence reunite in the first trailer for Bad Boys: Ride or Die, which finds these two career cops becoming fugitives on the run.
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7 best movies directed by Clint Eastwood, ranked

From Westerns and crime thrillers to Oscar-winners and war epics, we rank Clint Eastwood's seven best films as a director.
Dragon's Dogma 2 key art featuring a knight with a fiery hole in their chest.

The best Dragon’s Dogma 2 mods

Dragon's Dogma 2 shines thanks to mods. Whether you want to improve the lackluster performance, or tweak the game's systems, here are the best mods available.
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The Galaxy S24 just got a big camera update. Here’s what’s new

We've got some great news for Samsung Galaxy S24 owners: A new software update is going to make your camera even better. Here's a look at what's new.
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The best free photo-editing software for 2024

Don't want to pay a monthly subscription for Photoshop? We don't blame you. Check out our list of the best free photo-editing software you can use right now.
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3 Netflix shows we can’t wait to see in April

The three Netflix shows you need to watch in April 2024 include a thriller with Fleabag's hot priest Andrew Scott, a French-set mystery, and a Sandman spinoff.
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Dell’s Inspiron 14 Plus review: one hand tied behind its back

The Dell Inspiron 14 Plus (2024) is a good midrange laptop by most measures. However, its display isn't as good as some others at around the same price.
Moto G 5G (2024) in Sage Green.

This $200 Android phone looks like a good deal, but it’s not

At just $200, the Moto G 5G (2024) is one of the cheapest new smartphones available today. But is it one you should spend your money on? I used it to find out.
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How to reach the Nameless Village in Dragon’s Dogma 2

The false sovran may have come from a small town far out on the edge of Vermund in Dragon's Dogma 2. Here are some directions to got to the Nameless Village.
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Tech for Change

Every day, we humans dream up more and more ways to use technology to make the world a better place. Whether its solar panels that generate green energy, 3d printed prosthetics, or gene editing tools that eradicate diseases; there's no shortage of world-changing tech out there. But it's also easy for all those good things to get buried beneath all the bad news on the Internet. That's why we started Tech For Change: an ongoing series in which we shine a spotlight on positive uses of technology, and showcase how they're helping to make the world a better place.