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Online criminals stole nearly $7 billion from people in 2021

 Online criminals successfully defrauded billions of dollars from people during 2021.
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How to use Screen Time on a Mac

Screen Time monitors your overall system usage, subsequently providing a detailed overview of your activity on a Mac. Here’s how to use Screen Time on a Mac.
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More 5nm chips are coming to power your future devices

In order to cope with the increased demand for its silicon, semiconductor giant TSMC is said to be expanding its production capacity by a considerable amount.
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Microsoft hacker LAPSUS$ just claimed yet another victim

The group behind the Nvidia hack has infiltrated another company, digital security authentication firm Okta.
A person works at a station equipped with the all new Mac Studio and Studio Display.

Here’s what the inside of Apple’s Studio Display looks like

a new teardown has given us the first look of the company’s new premium monitor, the $1,499 Studio Display.
AMD RX 6500 XT stacked up against other graphics cards.

AMD’s next superefficient GPUs could have Nvidia worried

A new rumor from well-known tech insider Moore's Law Is Dead outlines the technical differences between Team Red’s RTX 7000 cards and Nvidia’s RTX 4000-series.
Nvidia previews RTX 3090 Ti GPU at CES 2022.

Nvidia’s RTX 3090 Ti could cost you a small fortune

Thanks to several listings, we now have a better idea of exactly how much you’re going to have to pay for Nvidia’s monster video card, the GeForce RTX 3090 Ti.
RTX 3080 graphics card on a table.

Nvidia’s RTX 3080 GPU just received a record price cut

One of the most popular graphics cards on the market, the Nvidia RTX 3080, has seen one of its biggest official price cuts since the GPU shortage began.
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Intel Arc Alchemist laptop makes brief premature appearance

An online retailer appears to have prematurely put up a laptop equipped with Intel’s upcoming Arc Alchemist graphics card up for sale.
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This mysterious Intel product hints at a new gaming laptop

A new entry for an unknown Intel DG2 GPU that was listed on the company's non-public ARK database provides potential insight into a new gaming laptop.
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How to clean up your hard drive

Performing regular maintenance is crucial for ensuring a PC delivers a smooth experience. Here’s a guide on how to clean up your hard drive.
AMD RX 6600 among other graphics cards.

GPU prices are tumbling, but there could be trouble ahead

The GPU industry may be a few months away from prices finally normalizing, with the recent trend of dropping costs for graphics cards now continuing into March.
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How to use multiple desktops on your Mac

With desktop spaces on Mac, you can considerably enhance the management of your apps, folders, and more. We take a look at how to use multiple desktops on Mac.
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How to make a Mac screen easier to read

There are many options you can use to improve your general viewing experience on a Mac and MacBook. We take a look at how to make a Mac screen easier to read.
Intel Alder Lake pin layout.

The Spectre flaw is back — and Intel Alder Lake isn’t safe

Intel CPUs have been subjected to significant security vulnerabilities in recent years, one of which is Spectre. It has made an appearance once again.
Apple's new Mac Pro sits on display in the showroom during Apple's Worldwide Developer Conference (WWDC).

2022 Mac Pro could feature an even more powerful M1 chip

A new leak has provided an interesting insight into the upcoming Apple 2022 Mac Pro, particularly concerning its processor.
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How to insert a signature into Microsoft Word

Adding a signature into Microsoft Word can provide a personal touch for your document. Here's how to insert a signature into Microsoft Word.
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How much space does MacOS Monterey take up?

MacOS Monterey is Apple’s latest operating system for its Mac and MacBooks. If you're looking to upgrade, you may want to know exactly how much space it takes.
Three GPUs from the Nvidia GeForce RTX 30 Series.

Next-gen Nvidia GPUs may not be the end of the RTX 30-series

Nvidia has alluded at the possibility of continuing the sale of RTX 3000 graphics cards even after its upcoming RTX 40-series launches.
Nvidia logo made out of microchips.

Hackers are using stolen Nvidia certificates to hide malware

According to security researchers, Nvidia code-signing certificates that were extracted via a hack of the chip maker are being used for malware purposes.
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How to encrypt and protect your data with FileVault on a Mac

FileVault is a security feature on a Mac that encrypts all the files and data. We take a look at how to encrypt and protect your data with FileVault on a Mac.
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How to use a firewall and stealth mode on a Mac

When it comes to security, the Mac includes a few built-in features. We take a look at how to use these components, namely the firewall and stealth mode.
A MacBook user wearing Apple AirPods Max headphones.

How to make it easier to hear your Mac

Audio is among the most important functions for a Mac; it’s part of the core user experience. We take a look at how to make it easier to hear your Mac.
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How to reset your login password on a Mac

If you're looking to reset your password on a Mac, our guide will describe the various methods to change and reset your password on a Mac and MacBook systems.
Cryptocurrency mining rig from computer graphic cards.

Hackers try to cash in on crypto mining tool for Nvidia GPUs

The hackers who orchestrated the Nvidia cyber breach are now attempting to sell a tool that removes all crypto mining limitations for its GPUs for a hefty fee.
CoD Warzone running with and without DLSS enabled.

Nvidia’s DLSS code leaked, hackers threaten to reveal more

LAPSUS$, the hacking group responsible for the 1TB Nvidia hack, has released a new statement outlining additional demands it wants the GPU giant to commit to.
Three Nvidia GeForce RTX 30-series graphics cards.

Next-gen Nvidia GPU plans revealed in massive data hack

More information deriving from the recent Nvidia cyber breach has started to emerge, which reportedly reveals details pertaining to the company’s upcoming GPUs.
Fans on the Nvidia RTX 3080.

Hackers stole top-secret GPU details — then Nvidia hit back

After a cyberattack that took Nvidia’s systems offline, the hacking group behind the breach has revealed it has acquired over 1TB of data from the tech giant.
Nvidia GeForce GTX graphics card inside a PC.

The Nvidia RTX 2050’s performance could disappoint you

A new benchmark for Nvidia’s GeForce RTX 2050 has provided some insight into what type of performance to expect from the upcoming laptop GPU.
A cryptocurrency mining rig from a computer graphic card.

That disruptive crypto mining tool has a dark secret

A tool claiming to remove all existing mining limits on several Nvidia GPUs, which naturally generated a lot of interest, has proven to be malware instead.
An Intel Alder Lake Core i5-12600K CPU and its packaging.

Intel is back to dominating AMD in the DIY CPU wars

According to data from a Japanese market analysis, Intel has reclaimed its position over chief rival AMD as the market leader in the DIY CPU segment.
RTX 3090 installed inside a gaming PC.

The GPU shortage may finally be ending. Here’s why

The recent trend of improving prices for the graphic cards market appears set to continue, potentially signalling an impending end to the GPU shortage.
An AMD RX 6000 graphics card with the Radeon branding.

AMD’s RTX 3090 Ti killer could launch earlier than expected

AMD’s rumored Radeon RX 6950XT graphics card could be due for a launch sooner than previously reported, according to a reliable leaker.
A depiction of a hacker from Intel's Project Circuit Breaker bug program.

Intel enlists help of ‘elite hackers’ to exterminate bugs

Intel has announced an expansion of its Bug Bounty program with Project Circuit Breaker, a new initiative that is aimed at recruiting elite hackers.
A prototype of Intel's Larrabee GPU project.

Intel’s scrapped Larrabee GPU/CPU hybrid just sold for $5,000

A working prototype of Intel’s Larrabee graphics card, the company’s attempt at a hybrid CPU and GPU, has been sold for $5,234.
An Amazon employee working in a fulfillment center.

Amazon manager stole $273,000 of PC parts amid chip shortage

An Amazon operations manager has admitted to stealing PC components such as GPUs and CPUs from one of the company's warehouses.
A model of the world's fastest gaming monitor, BOE's 500Hz monitor.

This 500Hz monitor is the world’s fastest gaming display

Display screen manufacturer BOE has announced the world’s fastest gaming monitor, which is capable of reaching a refresh rate of 500Hz.
The first appearance of Nvidia's GA103 GPU from a RTX 3080 Ti laptop.

Nvidia’s enigmatic GA103 GPU finally spotted in the wild

Nvidia’s GA103 GPU has been rumored for years, but the chip has now been pictured for the first time thanks to the RTX 3080 Ti mobility graphics card.