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Ditching Google AI? Here’s how to master DuckDuckGo’s no-AI search engine
By David Crookes published
DuckDuckGo is the no-AI search engine of choice, and these hacks will give you the best results.

The best free VPN in 2026
By Mo Harber-Lamond last updated
Most free VPNs are useless – but there are a few that are worth considering. This is our tested and ranked guide to the only free VPN services we recommend.

The best Mac VPN in 2026
By Mo Harber-Lamond last updated
We've hand-tested dozens of VPN on Mac. Here, we've outlined our testing and ranked the 5 best Mac VPNs, including NordVPN, ExpressVPN, Surfshark and more.

We've tested the best antivirus software to protect your computer and these are the 6 we recommend
By Anthony Spadafora last updated
Protect your computer and smartphone right now without breaking the bank — one of the best antivirus apps is even free!

Popular Steam app Wallpaper Engine hijacked to spread dangerous malware — how to stay safe
By Anthony Spadafora last updated
Hackers are exploiting Steam Workshop to hide malicious code inside community-made desktop themes for Wallpaper Engine, putting users at risk of account theft.

Dangerous new Android malware impersonates TikTok and Chrome to steal your banking info from over 200 apps — how to stay safe
By Anthony Spadafora published
A dangerous new Android banking trojan is posing as popular apps to take over devices and drain bank accounts.

I tested Norton's Deepfake Protection — and it finally convinced me my next laptop needs an NPU
By Anthony Spadafora published
AI laptops were a tough sell for me until I realized their NPUs can actively scan what’s on your computer to keep you safe from scams and deepfakes.

NordVPN review
By Mo Harber-Lamond last updated
Editor's ChoiceIn my complete NordVPN review I run down the famous provider's features, from privacy and streaming to performance and its apps.
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