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If you finished Wordle today, try out these similar games

If you finished Wordle today, try out these similar games

These 11 similar games won't make you wait until tomorrow to play again.

by Zachary McAuliffe

Still using Windows 10? You need to change these settings

Still using Windows 10? You need to change these settings

There are eight settings you should tweak to stop annoying ads and notifications, improve your computer's speed and boost your privacy.

by Alison DeNisco Rayome

There's a way to delete the frightening amount of data Google has on you

We'll walk you through how to delete the information Google collects about you, from what you search to your location.

Deleting Spotify? These are the best alternatives

If you're looking for the best Spotify alternative, you have a wealth of options available, and they each offer a very competitive set of features.

Spotify backlash: Why Joe Rogan's podcast spurred musicians to pull their music

Following Neil Young and Joni Mitchell, the folk rock trio Crosby, Stills and Nash want their music off the service, too.

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These star map apps will help you spot planets, stars and constellations in the night sky.

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Amazon warehouse workers aiming to organize in Staten Island formally request union vote

It's the second location in Staten Island to make the formal request. A separate election begins in Alabama on Friday.

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Twitter might launch a long-form format so users can write articles

"Twitter Articles" has been spotted as a possible upcoming feature.

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Spotify CEO: 'Too early to know' if Joe Rogan outcry will hurt subscriptions

"But I feel good about where we are," Daniel Ek says.

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Still haven't downloaded Windows 11? You can do it right now. Here's how

Whether you just bought a new laptop or you want to update an older device, the Windows 11 Installation Assistant can help you skip the line for Microsoft's new operating system.

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Spotify backlash: Why Joe Rogan's podcast spurred musicians to pull their music

Following Neil Young and Joni Mitchell, the folk rock trio Crosby, Stills and Nash want their music off the service, too.

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YouTube is changing its look on mobile for easier access to comment and share buttons

The changes to the video app's full-screen mode are rolling out on Android and iOS devices.

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Spotify eclipses 400 million listeners, a goal hit before Joe Rogan backlash

Spotify hit 406 million listeners at the end of last year, before artist boycotts over Joe Rogan's popular podcast broke out.

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Here's how to ditch Netflix shows from your Continue Watching list

These quick steps will let you remove the Netflix shows you started but didn't make the cut.

by Alison DeNisco Rayome

How to cancel your paid Spotify Premium subscription

Neil Young, Joni Mitchell and other musicians have left Spotify, which has led many listeners to also leave the popular music streaming service.

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Netflix reveals tip for decluttering your Continue Watching row

Quitters can indeed win with this handy little trick for TVs.

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If you finished Wordle today, try out these similar games

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Windows 11 helps you get rid of unused apps and extend your PC's battery life

If your computer is low on space, it's not going to run as well. Here's what to do.

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How to watch the Puppy Bowl 2022

No one should miss out on this tail-chasing competition.

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NordVPN and Surfshark are merging, continuing VPN consolidation trend

Details of the transaction were not disclosed but the companies will continue to operate autonomously, according to a joint press release.

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Google to display domestic violence hotline on related searches

When people in the US search Google for information related to domestic violence, they'll now see a box displaying ways to contact a help line.

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Google One VPN is now available on iOS

Premium subscribers can now access it through their Apple devices.

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Suspect someone's ruining your credit? These identity theft protection services can help you find out -- and fight back.

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Deleting Spotify? These are the best alternatives

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