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What is the ‘Your clock is behind’ error and how to fix it

Struggling with “Your clock is behind” or “Your clock is ahead” errors on your Mac? Our guide will help you fix it and banish the errors for good.
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Google is cracking down on internet security in this big way

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The best free data recovery software we recommend using

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This data recovery service has the best free and paid tiers I’ve reviewed

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I used two popular data recovery services to see which saved my files

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Stellar Data Recovery Premium review: Great support isn’t always enough

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ExpressVPN Deals: Save 49% when you sign up today

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I tested two of the best data recovery services. Here’s which to use

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The best password managers for Mac

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Hacker claims to have hit Apple days after hacking AMD

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U.S. to ban Kaspersky antivirus software over alleged Russian links

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Recuva Professional review: a $25 data recovery app that works

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MacOS Sequoia release date: Here’s when your Mac will get the update

macOS Sequoia is the latest version of Mac software, and it's coming later this year to your Mac.
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The best password managers for iPhone

Tired of managing tons of passwords in a notes app or on paper? Here are the best password managers for iPhone to help you access your logins wherever you go.
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5 password managers you should use instead of LastPass

Worried about whether LastPass is secure and safe to use? We’ve rounded up five of the best password managers that you should use instead of LastPass.
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EaseUS Data Recovery Wizard Pro review: a low-cost way to restore files

I review EaseUS Data Recovery Wizard Pro, software that helps restore lost files for every type of storage to test its ease-of-use and value.
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The best data recovery software for your Mac or MacBook

Our guide to the best data recovery apps for the Mac can help you restore any files missing after a storage failure or drive error.
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How to recover lost or deleted files on a Mac

Are you missing a file on your Mac or found that you deleted one you need? We’ll show you a handful of ways to recover lost or deleted files on MacOS.
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Can you use Control-Alt-Delete on a Mac? Here’s the answer

Wondering if there’s a Control-Alt-Delete shortcut in macOS? Our guide has the answer, with everything you need to know about using this shortcut on your Mac.
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The best password managers for 2024

The internet can be a scary place, especially without a proper password manager. Here's a list of the best password managers you can get right now.
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Why 1Password continues to beat its biggest rivals

I went hands-on with two top password managers to find out which has the security and features you need at a price you'll like.
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The best password managers for Android

Looking for a mobile password tool, but not sure which is best for you? Here are several password managers for Android that make logging in safe and simple.
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I reviewed two of the best password managers. Here’s the one I recommend people use

After reviewing 1Password and Bitwarden, I compare these top password managers to help you decide which offers the best value for you and your family.
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The best free password managers

Are you done jotting down passwords in unsafe locations? Start with an affordable option for saving your logins by checking out these free password managers.
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Your PC’s security is being attacked on two new fronts

Hackers are taking a different approach when accessing computers with a low level approach.
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I tested two of the best password managers, and there’s a clear difference

We pit top password managers Dashlane and Bitwarden against each other to see which offers the best solution at each price tier.
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The best data recovery software for iPhone

Frozen iPhone? Water-damaged device? Screen of death? Check out this list of the best data recovery software for iPhone to restore photos, files, and more.
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Bitwarden review: This open-source password manager unlocks choice

I researched Bitwarden's subscription plans and tested the family plan to check how much value it adds to its very competitive free option.
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Your Mac is about to get a killer security feature

Apple has debuted a new anti-tracking feature for macOS Sequoia to keep predators at bay.
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Apple just Sherlocked another beloved Mac app

Does the new window tiling feature in Apple’s macOS Sequoia pinch features from other apps and threaten their existence? We’ve taken a look at the situation.
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These Apple Intelligence features make me want to switch to Mac

With this year's WWDC 2024, Apple is stepping into AI in a big way. Here's everything you need to know about upcoming AI features in Mac.
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I reviewed Dashlane, and it’s much more than just a password manager

I tested Dashlane, a full-featured password manager with lots of extras and cross-platform support for passwordless logins.
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The Mac just became a true ‘AI PC’

Apple has just brought the Mac into the AI era with a significant macOS upgrade that places AI at the heart of Apple’s wide-ranging computing efforts.
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Norton for Mac review: antivirus protection and much more

I tested Norton antivirus software on my MacBook, checking pricing and features to find out how well this popular solution works with macOS.

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