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3.5

iCloud Drive is the simplest cloud storage and syncing program for iPads, iPhones, and Macs, but its Apple-centric sharing requirement limits its appeal.

By Justin Pot
Apple iCloud Drive

Generative AI is infiltrating everything you do on the web, and search is no exception. If you want to embrace the revolution, here are the best AI search engines we’ve tried.

By Michael Muchmore
AI Search Engines

If your computer gets too hot, its performance will suffer and the CPU could get damaged. Here's how to monitor your computer's internal temperature.

By Whitson Gordon  & Jason Cohen
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The alerts will pop up from a speedometer-like icon to the left of your account’s profile image.

By Jibin Joseph
A screenshot of Google Chrome's new performance control tool.
4.0

Sync's consumer-end cloud storage offers a simple set-and-forget experience, zero file size limitations, and excellent security highlighted by client-side encryption.

By Justin Pot
Sync Cloud Storage and File Sharing

Lazarus hackers exploited a now-fixed Google Chrome bug in a scheme that infected victims with malware immediately upon visiting a game's website and swiped their crypto.

By Kate Irwin
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Get the convenience of cloud storage and the physical ownership of a hard drive with this deal.

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Check out split-screen tabs, new themes, continued ad-block support, and more.

By Kate Irwin
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At $89 for a lifetime vs. $10 monthly, FileJump pays for itself in only nine months.

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Hiya can detect deepfaked audio online, including on YouTube, X/Twitter, and Facebook. But it's not always going to be 100% accurate.

By Kate Irwin
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When you access the internet with a standard web browser, marketers can mine your data and target you for sales. These security-minded alternatives help you foil their efforts with tracking protection and other privacy features.

By Michael Muchmore
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3.5

Acronis True Image's backup options and security extras are flexible and often excellent, but some have a record of being unreliable, and other features may be too risky for cautious users.

By Edward Mendelson
Acronis True Image

The browser is doing so as part of Google's plan to phase out older Manifest V2 extensions to bolster Chrome's security. Still, some uBlock Origin users aren't happy about the change.

By Michael Kan
Chrome browser

A hacker exploits a Firefox memory glitch to add potentially malicious code. Firefox patches the issue and releases a new software version.

By Kate Irwin
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Tired of running out of space? FileJump offers 2TB of secure cloud storage for life, letting you access your files from any device.

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The US government considers how to break up Google's monopoly. Google claims the government's 'sweeping agenda' would harm customers and 'break' Chrome and Android.

By Kate Irwin
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It's only $99.99 right now, but that won't last, so don't miss out!

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The user-activated feature can see your screen on select sites to help you parse what you're reading. It can also give you daily audio news rundowns.

By Kate Irwin
Copilot logo and name with tagline: Your Everyday AI Companion.
4.5
Editors' Choice

Thanks to its speedy performance and comprehensive feature set, Parallels Desktop is the de facto choice for running virtual Windows, Linux, and macOS systems on Apple silicon- or Intel-based Macs.

By Edward Mendelson
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