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5 reasons why Linux really will dominate the future of desktop computing
Linux is on the rise, and if the signs continue pointing upward, we could finally be looking at the year of Linux on the desktop.
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The iPhone Action Button you’re hardly using has a superpower – how to try it
Apple’s physical Action Button can automate away some of your most-used tasks and functions. Here’s how it works.
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Best early Prime Day laptop deals: Up to $650 off Apple, Dell, HP, and more
Amazon’s Fall Prime Day is a few weeks out, but some of the best deals are already live.
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Best early October Prime Day 2026 Wi-Fi and Bluetooth speaker deals: Save on Bose, JBL, Sonos, and more
October Prime Day is next week, but early deals on Bluetooth speakers are already live. Save up to $50 on the Beats Pill and other top-rated picks.
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Best Buy has a ton of Nintendo Switch consoles and games on sale ahead of Prime Day
Best Buy is offering markdowns on Switch consoles and games ahead of Amazon’s October Prime Day sale.
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Best Costco deals ahead of October Prime Day: TVs, gaming PCs, and more
Amazon Prime Day is coming up fast, but Costco has some of the best deals we’ve found on tech and more.
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Best early October Prime Day phone deals: Discounts from Samsung, Google, and more
Amazon’s Prime Big Deals Day sale is coming, and you can find several of the best phones on sale now.
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Best October Prime Day robot vacuum deals: iRobot, Roborock, and more
With the arrival of October Prime Day, deals on robot vacuums are already getting too good to pass up.
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Strangers can find your info with a 5-minute search – delete it ASAP
Here’s how to clean up your digital footprint – and why you should.
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This free Windows tool is my secret weapon for setting up new PCs
Dreading migrating your files and apps? Don’t move to a new PC without this Windows app
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5 premium Linux distros absolutely worth paying for in 2026
Almost all Linux distros are free, but extended support and other special powers can be worth paying for.
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How I force Google to give me the Search results I want – with custom shortcuts
When you’re looking for answers, the last thing you need is a bunch of low-quality garbage in your search results. Here’s how to fix that.
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Got iOS 27? Do these 5 things first after upgrading
Bought a new iPhone or just upgraded to iOS 27? Take these steps before diving into your new OS.
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Best Walmart deals to compete with Prime Day: TVs, Apple devices, and more
Walmart has discounts on TVs, Apple devices, and gaming laptops up to $400 off ahead of Amazon’s Prime Big Deal Days sale. Here are the best early deals live now.
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Best Sam’s Club deals for October Prime Day – including over 50% off a membership
Amazon’s October Prime Day is inspiring other retailers to cut prices. Sam’s Club is offering up to $1,250 off a TV, plus over 50% off a membership.
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Suspicious calendar invite? It’s a trap – how the scam works
But there’s a way to stop these phony invites before it’s too late.
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Best early Samsung October Prime Day 2026 deals: Top discounts on Galaxy phones, TVs, and more
Amazon’s October Prime Day is on the way, and we found the best early Samsung deals live now, including $1,300 off a Samsung TV and $250 off the Galaxy Z Fold 8.
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Best early October Prime Day 2026 TV deals: Most are actually at Best Buy
Save up to $1,100 on TVs from LG, Sony, TCL, and Hisense ahead of October Prime Day 2026. Early deals are live now on 65-inch OLEDs, QLEDs, and more at Best Buy.
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As a home tech expert, I beg you: don’t run these appliances on a power station
Learn how to prioritize what to keep on during an outage.
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Best early October Prime Day 2026 all-in-one computer deals: HP, Lenovo, Dell, and more
Early October Prime Day deals mean discounts of up to $500 off all-in-one PCs from Apple, HP, and more.
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Best October Prime Day deals under $25: Top deals on cheap gadgets we’ve tested
Amazon’s October Prime Day is coming soon, and we’ve rounded up all the best cheap deals on gadgets and devices.
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Best early October Prime Day deals 2026: Save on TVs, smartwatches, and more tech
Amazon’s Prime Big Deal Days returns Oct. 6 – and we hand-picked the best early deals live now, including AirTags, Garmin watches, and more.
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Best early October Prime Day 2026 SSD deals: Samsung, SanDisk, and more
Amazon’s Prime Big Deal Days sale is coming, and we’ve already found great deals on SSDs from Samsung, SanDisk, and more.
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Best early October Prime Day 2026 tablet deals: Save on iPad, Galaxy Tab, and more
Amazon’s Prime Big Deal Days sale is on the way – and we hand-picked the best tablet deals live now.
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Are vertical mice a gimmick? I tested 9 models with my wrist pain
Only one ergonomic mouse I tried beat pricey rivals by solving this overlooked problem.
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My top 5 Linux alternatives to Windows (none of them are Mint)
As a longtime Linux user, I’d recommend starting here if you’re ready to leave Windows.
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I can access my home PCs remotely for free – how you can too (no VPN needed)
Want easy and secure remote access to your home or small business network? There’s no need to pay for a VPN or remote-access plan – try Tailscale.
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Turn your old PC monitor into an extra TV – here’s how (it’s easy)
Your old monitor can do so much more for your entertainment setup.
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I switched to Mint from T-Mobile to save money – how I’m handling the trade-offs
A cheaper carrier means some downgrades, but I’ve got workarounds.
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These car gadgets will upgrade your daily commute – and they’re cheap
Make your car feel high-tech without breaking the bank. Shop our favorite Bluetooth adapters, chargers, and more – some are on sale for Prime Day.