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Can your Chromebook run Steam? Here’s how to know

Steam on Chromebook will require more powerful hardware, and these are the requirements for gaming on Chrome OS.
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WhatsApp Web gets a browser extension to beef up security

Meta has created a browser extension called Code Verify that will fortify security while using WhatsApp Web on a desktop and alert users of any security risks.
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Microsoft Edge vs. Google Chrome: Performance, design, security, and more

Microsoft has completely revamped its Edge browser, basing it on the same Chromium platform as Google's Chrome. They're now hotly competitive.
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How to enable hands-free voice search in Google Chrome

Chrome's hands-free voice search may be gone, but you can still do voice searches in it. And you can enable hands-free search on mobile. Here's how to do it.
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Web browsers are about to face a Y2K-type problem

Get your tinfoil hats and prepare for Y2K 2.0. As Chrome and Firefox prepare for version 100, a software bug could result in many sites not loading properly.
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Chrome OS to soon run everywhere, including on PCs and Macs

Google's Chrome OS Flex program lets you transform your existing Windows or Mac machine into a Chromebook.
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This new Google Chrome feature may boost your search history

Google has introduced a new feature to its Chrome browser called Journeys, which is intended to help finding previously searched topics a little bit easier.
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How to allow pop-ups on a Mac

Pop-ups aren't always annoying. Sometimes you need them for features or secure logins. We show you how to allow pop-ups on a Mac in Chrome, Firefox, and Safari.
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Google Chrome now tracks prices, remembers abandoned shopping carts

Google Chrome updates brings money saving features to online shopping, just in time for the holiday season.
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Microsoft prompts to switch to the Edge browser are starting to get ridiculous

Microsoft has incorporated new prompts into its Edge browser that attempt to dissuade users from downloading Google Chrome.
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5 easy ways to dramatically increase security in Google Chrome

We have five easy ways that you can increase the security of your Google Chrome web browser without extra downloads or software.
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The best browser for Mac in 2022

Which is the best web browser on the Mac? We've pitted the best against each other to find out which option is ideal for your MacOS web-browsing experience.
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Google Lens is getting Chrome integration to help you find out-of-stock products

Google wants to let Lens be your helpful shopping buddy by giving it Chrome search integration.
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Google Meet vs. Zoom

When it comes to free videoconferencing, Google Meet and Zoom are two of the most popular options. Learn more about how they differ and which is best for you.
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Chromebooks finally feature an improved Android app experience

Google has launched Chrome OS 93, and it delivers improvements to the Android app experience, Tote previews, and a lot more.
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Google is making it easier to save Tab Groups in Chrome

Google is updating the Tab Groups feature so that you can save your tab groups, rather than having to recreate them each time you quit the web browser.
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HP’s new Chromebase All-in-One desktop is a striking iMac alternative

Don't want to splurge on Apple's iMac? HP's Chromebase 21.5-inch all-in-one desktop features the power of Google's Chrome OS in an elegant design.
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Google could finally address this huge frustration with Chrome tabs

Chrome will now instantly reload tabs on an accidentally closed window.
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10 browser extensions to help maximize your productivity

There are thousands of extensions available for web browsers. We've picked out some of the best ones aimed at helping you maximize your productivity.
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A zero-day Google Chrome security flaw requires you to update now

Browsers like Google Chrome, Microsoft Edge, Opera, Brave, and Vivaldi that rely on Chromium will need to be updated immediately to stop hackers.
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The latest version of Google Chrome is now up to 23% faster

New in Chrome version 91 are some under-the-hood changes to Javascript that Google claims make the browser up to up to 23% faster. 
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Asus is reportedly making the world’s first 17-inch Chromebook

If you've ever dreamed of a larger Chromebook, those wishes may be coming true. Asus is reportedly working on a 17-inch Chrome OS laptop.
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HP’s sleek enterprise Chromebook gets Intel 11th-gen upgrade

HP is refreshing its 14-inch enterprise Chromebook with Intel's latest 11th Gen silicon. And with Parallels Desktop support, it can even run Win32 apps!
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Chromebooks are officially moving to Android 11. Here’s why that matters

Google says Chromebooks will be updated to Android 11 throughout this year, and it's a big deal for the security, performance, and the update schedule.
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3 reasons every browser needs vertical tabs

Vertical tabs weren't really a thing a few years ago, but now you can get the feature on most modern browsers. Here's why you should try them.
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7 things you didn’t know you could do in Google Chrome

There's a lot of hidden secrets inside Google Chrome that can prove to be really useful. We look at seven things you may not know exist.
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Microsoft Edge’s new Performance Mode could make it a more powerful web browser

Microsoft Edge is getting a performance boost feature that will optimize the browser for higher-end hardware.

How to block a website

Need to learn how to block a particular website from your kids? Here are multiple ways to do so, using both first- and third-party software on Windows and Macs.
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How to enable Flash in Google Chrome

With Flash capabilities coming to an official end in early 2021, what options are left for Chrome users? Here's how Flash content is being preserved online.
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Are you using any of these browser extensions? Uninstall them now

Security firm Avast has identified 28 malicious Google Chrome and Microsoft Edge extensions that have received 3 million downloads globally.
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Google Pixelbook vs. Samsung Chromebook Pro

We compare the specifications and design of the ultra-high-end Google Pixelbook vs. Samsung Chromebook Pro to see which machine is most worth its price.
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Huge Google Chrome update includes improved tab groups and a built-in PDF reader

Addressing user feedback and designed to help users stay more productive, Google Chrome is getting 10% faster, as well as tab groups and tab preview features.
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Digital Trends Live: Chrome security weakness, Ford Mach-E, space balloons

On this episode of Digital Trends Liv,e we break down the top trending stories in tech, including Twitter letting iOS users tweet with their voices and more.
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How to enable cookies

Despite your reservations, browser cookies are a necessity for surfing the web. Here's how to enable cookies in your browser, regardless of which one you use.