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How to Set Up and Use a VPN
A VPN is an easy way to improve your privacy online. We break down what they do and how to get started using one.
How to Remove AI From Your Google Search Results
Google rebranded its Search Generative Experience as AI Overviews and while you can't turn it off completely, these tweaks can make it more palatable.
Stop Oversharing: How to Make Your Social Profiles Private
Your public posts online can make you an easy target for criminals of all kinds. We tell you how to lock down your social media accounts—and why you should.
DIY Security: How to Create Your Own Strong Password Generator
Do you trust the passwords created by third-party software to be truly random and safe? Here's how to build your own random generator for uncrackable passwords.
How to Set Up a Plex Server to Stream Your Own Media
Sick of tracking down your favorite shows and movies across streaming services? Build your own Plex server to stream your media library to multiple devices and share content with others.
Feeds Full of Junk? How to Reset Your Social Media Algorithms
Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube filled with garbage? Follow these easy steps for a fresh start on seven popular social media platforms.
How to Use the Dall-E 3 AI Art Generator to Create Stunning Images From Text
Don't just feed the AI a basic prompt and hope for the best. If you want the best possible results from Dall-E 3, you'd be wise to follow these guidelines.
How to Set Up Multiple Echo Devices and Enable Multi-Room Music Playback
You can set up and manage several Amazon Echo devices in your household and even play the same music on multiple devices at the same time. Here's how.
Digital Detox Simplified: 3 Small Ways to Take a Break From Being Online
You don't have to go offline forever. You don't have to do it 100%. You just have to commit to doing something.
6 Simple Tricks to Make Your Windows PC Boot Faster
Does Windows take a long time to start up? These six tips will speed up your computer's boot process.
7 Easy Tips to Finally Go Paperless
Reduce clutter by cutting down on the paper you use and keep. Our simple tips will help you go almost completely paper-free.
12 Simple Things You Can Do to Be More Secure Online
Follow these easy tips to protect the security of your devices, your data, your internet traffic, and your identity.
How to Change Your iPhone or iPad Passcode to Something More Secure
Still using a four-digit passcode? You can beef up your iPhone and iPad security by setting a passcode with six digits or more and even use alphanumeric characters. Here's how.
How to Calibrate Your Monitor
Do those fonts look fuzzy? Streaming movies look washed out? Learning how to calibrate your monitor can solve those and many other problems. Here’s how to do it.
How to Connect a VCR to a Modern TV
Watching VHS tapes isn't as easy as it was in the 1980s, but it's doable, even on a 1080p or 4K screen. Follow these steps to get your ancient VCR hooked up to your new television.
How to Completely Disappear From the Internet
Want to mask your online identity and shield your data from those who wish to surveil you? Here are all the steps you should take.
How to Delete Your Facebook Account
Sick of the world's leading social network? Say goodbye to all those 'friends' by following these instructions to temporarily deactivate or permanently delete your Facebook account.
Break Out the Tinfoil: How to Make Your Own Faraday Cage
Whether you want to keep your devices secure during a protest or are just prepping for doomsday, here's how to shield your gadgets from electromagnetic fields.
Shut Down Web Tracking: How to Switch From Google Chrome to the Brave Browser
Brave offers a privacy-conscious alternative to Google's browser, with promises to block ads and web trackers. Here's how to import your data from Chrome to Brave.
Shortcuts, Hotkeys, Macros, Oh My: How to Remap Your Keyboard
If you're looking to change key functions on your computer's keyboard in Windows or macOS, these methods can help.