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“Logging in without any passwords, how’s that supposed to work?” you may be asking yourself. After all, user names and passwords are so much a part of everyday life that it’s hard to imagine whether it might not work without them. Yes, you can log in without a password, and it’s even more convenient, faster, and more secure than before. ...

Doing your best work requires the best tools. So if you’ve avoided getting Microsoft Office because you didn’t want to pay for office tools, now’s the time to change that. This week only, you can get Microsoft Office Professional Plus 2019 for Windows or Microsoft Office Home & Business 2019 for Mac for just $29.97. Rated 4. ...

Cloud storage is fairly essential for everybody these days, but nobody likes paying the monthly fees — especially when they increase as you need more storage. So, stop paying a monthly fee by getting 500GB of cloud storage for a one-time payment to Amaryllo cloud storage. Amaryllo offers an iOS/Android app or desktop software to help you manage your digital life. ...

After installing Windows 11, you should check some settings and adapt them to your needs and streamline its use. Here, we’ll show you the 13 most important Windows 11 settings to adjust that maximize security and improve the operating system with just a few clicks. ...

If you’re in the market for a new pair of workout headphones but don’t want to pay a premium price tag, then you’ve come to the right place. For a limited time, we’re offering the Mezzo Bone Conduction Headphones for $30 off when you use coupon code MEZZO. ...

Commuting can be expensive and boring. When you’re doing it on an eBike, however, it’s neither. For a limited time, you can get into the eBike game for an unbeatable price, since we’re offering a BirdBike eBike for more than $1,500 off, plus free shipping, while supplies last. This durable bike is made by Bird, the same company that popularized electric scooters. ...

Microsoft said this week that the most recent Windows security update for Windows 10 and Windows 11 may break VPN connections. According to Microsoft (via Bleeping Computer), “Windows devices might face VPN connection failures after installing the April 2024 security update, or KB5036893.” Microsoft has no fix at the current time, the company said. ...

In the latest publicly available version of Microsoft Edge, version 124.0.2478.80, a new tool has appeared in the browser’s toolbox. You can now measure your internet speed directly in the browser toolbox. To access the toolbox in Edge, you need to click on the plus sign in the rightmost column of the browser. ...

Razer’s gaming mouse designs can get pretty pricey — the Naga Pro I’m using as I write this article was $150 when it came out. The wired, FPS-friendly Razer Basilisk V3 is one of the company’s more affordable options, and today it’s even more so. Normally $69.99, Amazon has it on sale for just $44.99, a 36 percent discount. ...

I find it really hard to recommend any Windows-powered machine these days with less than 16GB of memory. Windows 11, not to mention essentials like Chrome and other browsers, just chug on anything less. So it’s great to see a dependable 15-inch laptop from Dell going for as little as $359.99, at least if you jump through a hoop or two. ...

OLED monitors are the cream of the crop when it comes to gaming, and Samsung makes one of the biggest, widest ones out there. The Odyssey OLED G9 is 49 inches of super-saturated, perfect-black glory, but it doesn’t come cheap, with a regular retail price of $1799. But today Amazon is offering it at one of the best prices we’ve seen yet, just $999. ...

At a glanceExpert's Rating ProsComplete uninstallation of multiple apps via batch processingConsThe PC should not be used during uninstallationOur VerdictUninstalr removes Windows software almost always without leaving any residue, also detects fragments of previously removed programs, and saves a lot of manual work thanks to batch processing. ...

PC players have been enjoying the hell out of Helldivers 2, the 3D update to the team-killing PvE original. In fact PC sales have made up the bulk of the player base, despite the game being published by Sony on PS5 simultaneously. But a new message telling PC users that they’ll need a PlayStation account has some of them feeling less than patriotic for Super Earth. ...

If you love competitive games where every second matters, you’ve come to the right spot. You’ll need a fast gaming monitor that can keep up with the intense gameplay. Luckily for you, Amazon’s selling the Acer Nitro WQHD for $179.99, which is 38 percent off of the original $289.99 price. ...

For a long time, the battle lines have been drawn around optical and mechanical switches in gaming mice buttons, with optical switches appearing the winner in the tussle. But now a third category has entered the fray, which blurs the lines between the two switch types even more. ...

The fact that IT is such an exciting topic has a lot to do with the constant changes. In hardly any other industry do new technical developments follow each other so closely. Ground-breaking new products are launched on the market in rapid succession and often become widespread very quickly. ...

Want to upgrade your Microsoft products but don’t want to spend the premium to do so? Now’s the time to take advantage of a limited-time deal on the all-in-one Microsoft Office Pro 2019 for Windows: Lifetime License plus Windows 11 Pro bundle. This week only, you can upgrade to Windows 11 Pro and get a lifetime license to Microsoft Office Pro 2019 for a single $49.97 price. ...

Your computer is, in many ways, an extension of your life. So if you suddenly lose your hard drive due to an unexpected crash or damage, it can be devastating. Don’t let that happen to you. With EaseUS Disk Copy, you can safely clone your hard disk, migrate to new operating systems, and much more to preserve your precious data. ...

This March, in response to Texas’s age-verification law being upheld, the ultra-popular PornHub and numerous other adult sites operated by parent company Aylo went dark in the state. Replacing the NSFW videos you’d normally expect to see, a message decrying government overreach and proposed compromises has been posted. ...

For World Password Day, Microsoft is doing something I can appreciate: helping get rid of them. Today, the company said that all Microsoft consumer accounts will be passkey enabled. ...

No matter how much of my stuff I transition to cloud storage, every once in a while I still need to use ye olde sneakernet. And this deal is probably the best I’ve ever seen in terms of bang for your buck. Today Amazon has a SanDisk 512GB flash drive, using a crazy-fast USB 3.2 connection, for just $32.99. ...

In addition to being a pretty great device all on its own, the Steam Deck makes an ideal stream machine, playing either your own local games from a dedicated gaming PC or cloud games via a service like GeForce Now or Stadia (RIP, Stadia). But actually getting to the service using the Steam Deck’s console-style controls is a bit of a headache. ...

Folks, I’m buzzing with excitement today. One of our favorite laptops, the Acer Swift Go 14, is on sale for just $799.99 at Amazon right now. We awarded it 4 out of 5 stars in our review, praising how well-rounded it is. It features plenty of connectivity options, a wonderful typing experience, marathon battery life, a zippy processor, and much more. ...

At a glanceExpert's Rating ProsExtremely powerful and sensitive sensor4,000Hz polling rate with the booster adapterHas both Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connectivityUltra-light design of just 1. ...

Passwords suck. If they’re easy to remember, they’re the simplest to guess. If they’re difficult to crack, they’re the hardest to recall. Even if you use the strongest passwords possible, they’re ineffective if they become known. Which is why I’ve stopped using them as much to log into my accounts. ...

Although it was already possible in the past to use smartphones as a webcam on a Windows PC, this was cumbersome, not very stable and hardly useful. Get windows 11 pro for cheap Windows 11 Pro Now Windows 11 has been updated to allow Android smartphones to be used as a webcam wirelessly via Bluetooth much more easily and effectively. ...

Many arbitrary holidays litter our calendars (ahem, Tin Can Day), but World Password Day is one fully supported by the PCWorld staff. We’re all for ditching weak passwords — especially when strengthening your security takes only a little effort. Follow these four easy suggestions and you’ll thank yourself for years to come. ...

Want to get more out of your Mac, but don’t want to pay for premium app pricing? With The Big Mac Utility Bundle, you’ll get 16 useful Mac apps for a single low price. This collection includes several apps from EnSili, a leading Mac app developer. ...

Cloud storage is essential for everyone in today’s digital world. Rather than pay a monthly fee or constantly upgrade your plan, lock in a lifetime of 1TB of Koofr Cloud Storage for a great one-time price today. Through May 5, you can get 1TB for a one-time payment of just $129.97 (reg. $810) using coupon code: KOOFR. Rated 4. ...

Microsoft said this week that the most recent Windows security update for Windows 10 and Windows 11 may break VPN connections. According to Microsoft (via Bleeping Computer), “Windows devices might face VPN connection failures after installing the April 2024 security update, or KB5036893.” Microsoft has no fix at the current time, the company said. ...

“AI PCs” are all the rage in the computer industry right now, at least if you listen to anyone trying to get you to buy a new laptop. Neural processing units or NPUs are the new hotness, powering local AI capabilities…though whether that’s actually worth anything is still in question. ...

If you’ve never used an air fryer, you’re truly missing out. It’s a magical cooking machine that can do almost anything at record speeds — and the results are delicious. Good news! Right now, you can get the Ninja Air Fryer Pro (XL) for $119.99 at Amazon. That’s 29 percent off of the original $169.99 price. ...

Nothing beats the versatility of a 2-in-1 laptop. Need to use it like a tablet for taking notes? Want to prop it up like a tent and watch a movie? All you have to do is swing the screen around. Not only does the Dell Inspiron 14 boast a 2-in-1 design, but it also has a great display as well as decent hardware. Right now you can get it for just $449.99 at Dell, which is a savings of $250. ...

Mouse lift-off distance, or LOD, often appears as a setting you can tweak in the companion software apps for gaming mice. But what it means and how to use it to get the best performance is an often-misunderstood thing. Take it from me, like your mouse’s DPI and polling rate, lift-off distance really does matter. ...

Mechanical keyboards are great for gaming, but it’s all too easy to spend way too much on one. Corsair’s most expensive model is nearly $300, and it’s missing a lot of premium features. Meanwhile the humble K70 Core scored an Editor’s Choice award from my review, partly thanks to its great value. ...

In recent weeks and months, Microsoft has increased the pressure on Windows 10 users to finally upgrade to Windows 11, highlighting the impending end of Windows 10 support. However, this end of support is not until October 2025 and can even be delayed by three years for a fee with the “Windows 10 Extended Security Updates” (ESU). ...