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The best torrenting VPN in 2024
By Mo Harber-Lamond last updated
VPN If you're sharing P2P, it's absolutely essential you protect yourself with a torrenting VPN. Here are the best five VPNs for torrenting today.
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The best alternatives to Illustrator in 2024
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The best alternatives to Illustrator, ranked by compatibility, features, and ease of use.
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The best alternatives to Photoshop in 2024
By Ritoban Mukherjee last updated
The photo editing software industry isn’t without competition, so here are the best alternatives to Photoshop.
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The best VPS hosting providers in 2024
By Richard Sutherland last updated
Our guide to the best VPS hosting services evaluates leading providers of virtual private servers on pricing, performance, and more.
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The best Windows hosting services in 2024
By Richard Sutherland last updated
We review and rank the best Windows hosting providers across hosting performance, pricing plans, and much more.
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The best laptops under $500 in 2024 - our top budget picks
By Alex Wawro last updated
The best laptops under $500 include a nice selection of Chromebooks, Windows laptops and 2-in-1s.
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Best laptop stands in 2024 — our top picks
By Sarah Chaney last updated
These are the best laptop stands for your needs, whether you just need a little boost for better ergonomics or want a 360-degree rotating workstation for peak productivity.
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Best MacBook in 2024 — our top picks
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These are the best MacBooks you can buy right now, from the ultraportable MacBook Air to the powerful MacBook Pro.
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