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If you’re not careful, the next time you log into hotel Wi-Fi, your data might check out

Watch out for public or semi-public Wi-Fi connections in luxury Asian hotels, as they could be home to some extremely dangerous malware.
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Learning to forget faster: Latest Firefox version brushes up on browsing privacy

Mozilla's Firefox desktop Web browser turns 10, and a slew of new features aim to make the anniversary special. Learn more here.
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The latest slice of Raspberry Pi costs $20, is thinner, and needs less juice to get cooking

The Raspberry Pi Foundation has taken the wraps off a smaller, cheaper version of its mini-computer. Here's the full scoop on the Raspberry Pi Model A+.
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Sapphire helps AMD strike back at Nvidia with blazing new graphics card

To better compete against Nvidia's superior high-end GPUs, AMD has partnered with Sapphire on an 8GB RAM version of the Radeon R9 290X.
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Hail to the king: Lenovo reigns over the PC world with record market share

Lenovo is thriving, the company's latest financial report shows. PC sales are a big reason why.
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dell debuts hp sprout like concept smart desk

Dell brings us closer to a Star Trek-like future with its HP Sprout-esque ‘smart desk’

Dell has fully detailed the world's first standalone 5K monitor, and also showcased a smart desk concept that's somewhat similar to HP's Sprout.
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AMD bundles free copies of Civilization: Beyond Earth with its Radeon R9 290 graphics cards

As an answer to Nvidia's newest gaming bundle promotion, AMD is now offering a similarly sweet deal with some Radeon graphics card purchases.
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Logitech’s G302 Daedalus Prime mouse aims to be a key ally in games like League of Legends

Logitech has just taken the wraps off a slim, durable, uber-accurate, and fairly affordable MOBA gaming mouse. Here's all the information you need to know.
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Fret not, OS X Yosemite users: Apple is working to fix your Wi-Fi woes

Apple never publicly confirmed that it was aware of OS X Yosemite's Wi-Fi bugs, but an update that is currently being tested will address the issue.
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Nvidia plus Ubisoft equals hot deal: Some high-end GeForce cards will come with free games

Nvidia and Ubisoft have joined forces to offer a special gaming promotion for a limited time. Get all the details here.
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hp unveils stylish powerful omen 15 gaming laptop

The Omen 15 is a sign that HP is putting Alienware in its crosshairs

HP is getting back into the notebook gaming space with the Omen 15. Learn more here.
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Game over: Third and final Pirate Bay co-founder arrested in Thailand

The last Pirate Bay co-founder still walking free has just been apprehended in Thailand, and will be deported to Sweden to answer for his crimes.
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Do we hear a million? Apple-1 computer sold by Steve Jobs could break auction records

An ancient Apple-1 computer that was sold by Steve Jobs himself back in the 1970s is going to be auctioned off in about a month. Learn more here.
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While IE and Chrome enjoy more popularity on the desktop, fewer people are warm to Firefox

Curious how popular Internet Explorer, Chrome, Firefox, and Safari are among desktop PC users? Here's the latest data.
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4K fiends, start your engines: Acer adds UHD screens to V Nitro Black Edition laptops

Acer is giving its V Nitro Black Edition laptops a boost to accommodate super high-resolution Ultra HD screens. Get the full details here.
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Out with the old, in with the new: Windows XP use falls sharply, while 8.1 soars impressively

In an unusual turn of events, Windows 8.1 usage has massively soared in October, and Windows XP has taken an abrupt plunge. Here are the latest numbers.
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Razer Naga Epic Chroma

Razer’s Naga Epic Chroma fits its name with 19 buttons, 16.8 million LED colors

Razer targets hardcore MMO gamers with the Naga Epic Chroma mouse, which offers accuracy, precision, speed, and snazzy lighting options.
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Hey kids, hacking is bad, mmkay? Pirate Bay co-founder could face another six years in prison

Already convicted twice for running Pirate Bay and hacking, Gottfrid Svartholm could spend another six years in prison for more crimes. Learn more here.
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LG’s newest 31-inch 4K monitor promises to fulfill the fantasies of any graphic artist (Updated)

LG's latest 31-inch 4K monitor is impressive from a specification standpoint, but it's also fairly expensive. Find out how impressive and pricey it is here.
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Brazil to unweave the NSA’s web by laying domestically controlled fiber optic cables

The Brazilian government intends to combat NSA espionage by using non-U.S. companies to build new fiber-optic cable infrastructure.
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UK’s upcoming supercomputer won’t weather any storms, but it may accurately predict them

The fastest, most accurate weather-predicting supercomputer in the world is scheduled to be operational by next September. Here are the details.
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Mo money, less problems: Facebook offers $300K bounty for making the Web safer

Facebook wants to put an end to online security vulnerabilities, offering a prize of $300,000 for anyone eager to lend a hand.
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Ready for a new Office experience? Microsoft is, with a tentative release set for late 2015

Microsoft's next version of Office, likely dubbed Microsoft Office 2016, could debut in the second half of 2015 with a few updates and aesthetic tweaks.
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White House down: Unidentified hackers breach US government computer security

Unidentified hackers have breached the the White House computer network. Russians are suspected.
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maingear upgrades powerful tiny x cube gaming pc

Don’t waste any gaming space with Maingear’s newest X-Cube PC, which is powerful and tiny

Offering high levels of gaming performance and portability is no easy feat, but Maingear's refreshed X-Cube pulls it off. Learn more here.
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Microsoft borrows some Mac OS X gestures in Windows 10 Build 9865

The latest area where Microsoft has found inspiration in Apple's work is gesture support. Here's a look at future OS X-like Win 10 gestures.
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Who needs a hard drive? Microsoft offers unlimited OneDrive storage for Office 365 users

In its latest attempt to crush Dropbox and Google Drive, Microsoft OneDrive cloud storage limits are no more for Office 365 subscribers.
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cyberpowerpc unveils fangbook iii hx6 100 gaming laptop

CyberPowerPC’s latest Fangbook fights tooth and nail to win the hearts of gamers

Flashy, cool, speedy, and power-efficient, CyberPowerPC's latest Fangbook may also be one of the most affordable in the series. Get the whole scoop here.
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Apple OSX Yosemite hands on

First week OS X Yosemite usage is out-shooting Mavericks, but not by much

Are you wondering how popular OS X Yosemite is so far? Here are some numbers, as estimated by Chitika.
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Office 365 and Surface Pro 3 are helping Microsoft make a lot of money lately

Microsoft is doing better and better from a financial standpoint. Office 365, and Surface Pro 3 sales are the root causes. Learn more here.
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Want 4K graphics on older Nvidia GPUs? These new drivers make that a reality now

How would you like to be able to enjoy 4K graphics on monitors with lesser resolutions? Nvidia makes that dream a reality, even on older GPUs.
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Chromebook sales keep surging, but remain a blip on Microsoft’s radar

Curious to see how Chromebooks have performed at the box-office in the past three months? Here are some numbers.
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Anonabox backers have Invizbox to lean on after Kickstarter controversy

If you appreciated the concept behind the Anonabox router, you may like the Invizbox too. Here's why.
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Toshiba’s low-cost Radius 11 convertible bends over backwards to please

Toshiba's new Satellite Radius 11 looks like one of the most solid low-cost options out there.
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The $200 Asus EeeBook X205 squeaks its way to the market on November 3, pre-order now

You can pre-order the super-cheap Asus EeeBook X205 right now, and it'll be in your hands in just a couple of weeks. Learn more here.
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Put away your screwdriver: Apple’s new Macs are a bear to disassemble

iFixit has gone deep inside the hoods of the brand new Apple Retina iMac, and the Mac mini. Here's what they found.
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Google exec musical chairs suggests an eventual fusion of Chrome OS and Android

A top Google executive in charge of Android has seen his responsibilities get extended to Chrome OS, which suggests that the two platform could merge.
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