How to declutter your phone's address book and remove unnecessary contacts
Clean up your contacts list to prioritize the people you actually want to talk to.
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3+ useful features included with Google One that people ignore
Google One plans originally started off as a way to expand the storage limits for files and photos. Now, they come with more features and additional perks.
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Why your USB device keeps disconnecting (and how to fix it)
If your USB peripheral is on the fritz, it's worth doing some troubleshooting with the port itself. Give these steps a try.
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Why are internet upload speeds so much slower than download speeds?
Uploading data tends to be much slower than downloading, and it turns out there's a very good explanation for it.
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Should you have both Ethernet and Wi-Fi for your home?
Ethernet will keep your devices connecting online in record time, while Wi-Fi keeps them untethered. But how well can they both work together?
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Microsoft really doesn't want you to buy Office — here's a great free alternative
Microsoft Office used to be a suite you could simply buy and it'd just work. Now, it's largely trapped behind a subscription. Here are some great free options.
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How to reduce mobile data usage on your iPhone
If your cellular plan has limited data, you'll want to take advantage of these easy tweaks to stretch those gigabytes.
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How to change your home address on Google Maps
Set it to a nearby place instead, if you're concerned about the potential dangers if someone accesses your phone.
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Should you buy or rent your router from your internet service provider?
Internet service providers often offer their routers for a monthly fee, and some let you buy the equipment outright.
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Here's why it's important to keep your phone apps updated
Modern smartphone operating systems are designed to automatically update your apps without you noticing. Here's why you should give it a hand once in a while.
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How to improve your router's security in 10 minutes
Most internet routers are solid out of the box, but that doesn't mean they can't be made more secure. Often, all you need to do is tweak a few settings.
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Improve your Windows 11 experience by changing these settings
Windows 11 is solid out of the box, but it doesn't always get things right. You can get a lot more out of the OS when you enable some things and disable others.
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Sleep mode vs. shutdown: Which is better to use daily for your MacBook?
Whether you do a full shutdown or just put your MacBook to sleep should change with the circumstances we discuss here.
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USB-A vs. USB-C: What's the difference between them?
USB-C did away with the annoying requirement to plug in a cable right side up, but USB-A and USB-C have other major differences.
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7 ways to get free movies and TV channels on your smart TV
With the influx of premium streaming services, it can be difficult to find apps that offer access to free movies and TV channels in the sea of options.
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The best way to check your PC for malware
If your PC is slowing down or not behaving as usual, it's worth running through these tips to see if you have malware.
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How to get Spotify's best audio quality
Spotify's default audio settings let you enjoy music wherever you go, but you're not always getting the best quality. A few tweaks can make all the difference.
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How to force quit on your Windows PC
If you're switching from a Mac or new to Windows, knowing how to 'force quit' an app can be confusing. Luckily, there are a number of ways to get the job done.
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What does background app refresh on iPhone actually do?
Here's what will happen if you turn off background app refresh on your iPhone, and which apps operate better with it on.
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How to block time-wasting apps on iPhone using Screen Time
If you want to stop using your phone at certain time and getting stuck into certain apps too much, Screen Time can help.
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External HDD vs. SSD: What are the pros and cons of each drive type?
External SSDs are faster than HDDs, but if you need cost-effective backups or larger capacities, a hard drive may be a better choice for you.
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What is considered good speed for home internet and how can you test it?
The speed of your downloads, uploads and ping are affected by several variables. Let's measure your internet speed and see if we can improve it.
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Why are iPhones more expensive than iPads?
iPhones are smaller than iPads, so why aren't they cheaper? Several variables factor into the price difference between the two product lines.
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You're probably wasting these keys on your keyboard — here's how to remap them
There are almost certainly keys on your keyboard that you never touch. Assign new functions to give them a job.
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10 products Apple is leaving behind in 2026
As Apple continues to upgrade its operating system and line of smartphones, smartwatches, displays, and computers, it's leaving plenty behind in 2026.
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How to see what's taking up space on your Windows PC
Use a methodical approach to see what’s using the most space on your PC and easily clean it up.
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What more can you delete from your iPhone to free up space?
If you're running out of space on your iPhone, there might be unused data hiding in places you wouldn't expect.
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