One of the disconcerting things about using a virtual private network (VPN) is that it can be hard to tell when it's doing its job. The best VPNs all work in the background to keep your IP address ...

Your calendar is packed—work, family, life—but you still want to log consistent mileage. Here’s the good news: you don’t need more hours, just faster paces. By focusing on speed gains, you’ll be able ...

Microsoft warned users on Tuesday that FIDO2 security keys may prompt them to enter a PIN when signing in after installing Windows updates released since the September 2025 preview update. This ...

Who doesn’t remember PC games such as Maniac Mansion, the King’s Quest series and the dubious adventures of Leisure Suit Larry or software such as Microsoft Works and Lotus Smart Suite? These titles ...

With the first Patch Tuesday following Windows 10’s end of support approaching next week, users who continue to run the operating system should enroll in the Extended Security Updates (ESU) program to ...

Running a half-marathon may feel impossible to many — but with the help of experts, you could join the ranks of people who have competed to run 13.1 miles at a time. "Running a half-marathon is a ...

“Why are you lacing up your running shoes? You’re supposed to be relaxing,” they ask, a bewildered look on their face, piña colada in hand. Well, I’m going to have my piña colada later, thank you very ...

Editing your PC's environment variables can save you time in Command Prompt and make your scripts more concise. It also lets you customize where Windows stores certain files. This is what you need to ...

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Interest in physical gold and gold-related financial investments has soared amid the precious metal's recent rally. When it comes to buying gold, gold exchange-traded funds are “the most liquid, tax ...