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The new purple squiggle in Google Docs flags 'potentially inappropriate words'
Google will soon begin adding stylistic suggestions and inclusive language to Google Docs beginning in April. Here's how to configure the new purple squiggles.
Opinion
Can Intel Arc shake up the depressingly bleak state of graphics cards?
Intel's surprisingly strategic arrival in discrete graphics cards arrive right when PC gamers need it most.
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Here's your first look at Intel's Arc Limited Edition graphics card
Intel's discrete graphics debuted today in laptop form, but the company also teased an Arc Limited Edition desktop graphics card coming this summer.
Opinion
Windows 11 won't be fully secure until everyone has BitLocker encryption
Device encryption isn’t universal for all Windows 11 Home users. That leaves some vulnerable if their PC is ever lost or stolen.
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U.S. blacklists Kaspersky antivirus as a risk to national security
The FCC has deemed antivirus company Kaspersky Lab a risk to U.S. national security, and has added the company to a list of firms the U.S. government refuses to do business with. Should you?
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The SSDs of the future will be so fast, they might need active fans
An SSD manufacturer says we're hitting a wall in terms of speed and heat management and cooling fans might be necessary
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Nvidia's next-gen Hopper GPU revealed: 3 things PC gamers need to know
Nvidia just took the wraps off its next-gen "Hopper" GPU architecture at GTC 2022, and while details are thin, there are some insights to glean for PC gamers thirsty for news about next-gen GeForce graphics cards.
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Nvidia's hackers say they've stolen 37GB of Microsoft code
The Lapsus$ hacking group is attacking some of the biggest players in the technology industry, including Nvidia, Samsung, and now Microsoft.
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Update your Asus router's firmware right now or risk botnet infection
New firmware protects a range of Asus Wi-Fi routers from the emerging Cyclops Blink botnet.
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PowerPoint begins transitioning from talking points to talking heads
Microsoft unveiled numerous feature updates to PowerPoint and Teams, plus its Surface Hub 2S, as part of a general transition from remote to hybrid work.
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Intel will launch its Arc GPUs on March 30
Move over, AMD and Nvidia. In two weeks, Intel will finally launch its Arc GPUs and Alchemist chip and heat up the graphics market.
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This $2,900 Thunderbolt dock with a 16TB SSD inside is actually a deal
The Sabrent Thunderbolt 3 dock with 16TB of SSD storage costs almost $3000—but buying a dock and 16TB of SSDs separately would cost even more.
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Seagate's Star Wars 'Beskar Steel' SSDs are storage fit for a bounty hunter
Seagate's new SSDs and hard drives look like the Mandalorian's favorite steel from Star Wars.
Opinion
Why can't Apple level with us about the M1 Ultra's power?
Apple's dithering on performance always feels dishonest when it doesn't have to be, and that holds true with the powerful new M1 Ultra chip in the Mac Studio.
Updated
Why the biggest laptop vendors are ignoring Microsoft's Pluton security tech
Both Dell and Lenovo appear to be passing on Microsoft's Pluton technology for securing their PCs. But the reason why might not be all that complicated.
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Apple's new M1 Ultra 'monster' chip offers scary performance potential
Apple announced the Apple M1 Ultra chip on Tuesday, doubling the performance of the M1 Max. It looks like the performance of this new chip will be incredible.
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Stolen Nvidia certificates used to hide malware in driver downloads
Nvidia GeForce graphics card owners may be vulnerable to malware if they're not careful with their next GPU driver installation.
News Analysis
I used Apple AirTag to track my wife and kids. Here’s what I learned
I tracked my family with an AirTag and while it's creepy, I don't think Apple needs to nerf the Bluetooth tracker.
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Windows reset bug means 'Remove Everything' might not remove everything
A OneDrive issue is causing some basic security steps to be less effective when you reset Windows.
Feature
Adobe Acrobat Standard DC vs. Adobe Acrobat Pro DC
Ready for more functionality than Adobe's free Acrobat Reader DC offers? Here's what you need to know before purchasing the paid PDF editor.
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Google's troubled Privacy Sandbox is jumping from desktop to Android
Formerly limited to the desktop version of Chrome, the new and unpopular alternative to cookie-based tracking is going mobile.
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Update Google Chrome right now to patch a dangerous exploit
The latest version of Google Chrome patches a bug that's being actively attacked.
Updated
4 reasons why I switched from Google to Bing
If you're still using Google as your search engine, you may not know that Microsoft Bing is a great search engine, too. Here's why to switch from Google to Bing in search.
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Buy an SSD while they're still cheap: Contamination ruins 6.5 billion gigabytes
A manufacturing defect affecting millions of terabytes of storage means a new supply crunch.
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Beware: This fake Windows 11 upgrade infects you with malware instead
Hackers created an impressive fake Microsoft site to steal personal info and cryptocurrency.
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This new Thunderbolt dock has an almost ludicrous amount of ports
CalDigit's new TS4 Thunderbolt dock is the successor to the TS3 Plus, one of our top-rated Thunderbolt docks. The new model boasts ports galore.
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Report: Microsoft HoloLens 3 is dead as its mixed-reality vision implodes
A report by Business Insider says Microsoft has scrapped plans for its own HoloLens 3 and has instead partnered with Samsung—but that no one really knows what's going on.
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Microsoft: Keep those PCs on if you want updates
Microsoft now knows how long your PC must be on and connected to receive the latest Windows updates.
News Analysis
Outrageous GPU street prices analyzed: What you're getting for your cash
We break down how much performance bang-for-buck you get from the real-world prices of graphics cards—and what else you could be buying if GPUs sold for sane prices, instead.
Deal
Buy Acronis True Image, our favorite backup software, for $45 and keep it for life
The PCWorld Software Store is selling a perpetual license for Acronis True Image 2021 for just $45.
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You'll be able to write your next Klingon opera in LibreOffice
LibreOffice, the open-source Office alternative, will soon support the semi-official Klingon language from Star Trek.
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PCIe 6.0 revealed: Blazing-fast speeds will supercharge next-gen SSDs
You just got PCIe 5.0 in your PC just in time for PCIe 6.0 to arrive.
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'UltraRAM' breakthrough could merge storage and RAM into one component
'UltraRAM' might make separate devices for computer storage and memory a thing of the past.
Deal
Secure your PC with our favorite budget antivirus suite for just $20
B&H Photo and Video is selling AVG Internet Security for just $20 for one PC.
Feature
5 free privacy tools for protecting your personal data
Five free privacy tools to protect your personal data: Block trackers, hide your email, and more.
Feature
How to configure your Chromebook for ultimate security
Chrome OS is already tops at security, but with a few extra tweaks you can ensure the gates are even more secure.
Updated
New Plugable Thunderbolt dock offers three 4K display ports
Plugable, which is one of our favorite Thunderbolt dock makers, has launched the UD-6950PDZ, allowing you to connect three, rather than the normal two, displays. But there's a catch, unfortunately.
Feature
Tune in Thursday! We're quizzing AMD about its big CES reveals on The Full Nerd
Join us as we hear from AMD's Frank Azor and Robert Hallock about the new Ryzen chips and Radeon cards.
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Asus announces a massive 17-inch Windows tablet with a folding screen
It's only the second Windows machine with a folding screen, following the ThinkPad X1 Fold
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Lenovo's refreshed ThinkPad X1 series packs new Intel chips and OLED screens
The new X1 Carbon, X1 Yoga, and X1 Nano will be available in a few months
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Asus entices gamers with 4K OLED monitors and an ultra-custom keyboard
A wireless mouse with a thumbstick rounds out the gaming assault.
Updated
10 killer PC upgrades that are shockingly cheap
Looking to put more pep in your PC's step? These surprisingly cheap PC upgrades and accessories do the trick without breaking the bank.
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Samsung's first PCIe 5.0 SSD is here and it's stupidly fast
Second-gen PCIe 4.0 SSDs are still fresh out of the oven but Samsung's already showing off a blazing-fast PCIe 5.0 SSD that makes them look downright pokey.
Deal
Prepare your wallet: The Steam Winter Sale has begun
Deep discounts on digital downloads run from now until January 5.
News Analysis
The Full Nerd ep. 200 extravaganza!
We call the Full Nerd crew onto the carpet for their incorrect predictions for 2020.
Feature
Undervolting your GPU: Pros and cons
Forget about overclocking. Undervolting your graphics card is the new coolness. We explain its pros and cons.
Deal
Norton 360 Deluxe, our favorite antivirus suite, is on sale for $18
The PCWorld Software Store is selling Norton 360 Deluxe covering three devices for 15 months for $18
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There's an easy fix for Windows 11's slow SSD performance
Microsoft has a patch ready to go for SSD slowdowns in Windows 11, but you'll need to do a little legwork.
Deal
Move over, Black Friday: This deal drops the price of our favorite SSD even lower
Amazon’s Deal of the Day slashes the SK Hynix S31 SSD’s cost by a whopping 47 percent. But you’ll have to hurry, because this timed discount lasts mere hours.
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