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Rather than risk your security and pay a subscription, you could own your Internxt 2TB plan forever.

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Take screenshots, record video presentations, and make memes with these top screen-capture utilities.

By Jeffrey L. Wilson  & Jordan Minor
Beyond PrtSc: The Best Screen-Capture Apps

Pay $60 once and keep this plan for life (compared to paying $10+/month).

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Could Google's search engine be getting even more AI features next year?

By Kate Irwin
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Storing and syncing files in the cloud makes your life easier and keeps your data safer. The best cloud storage services let you easily share and access files from anywhere and restore them if something goes wrong.

By Jill Duffy  & Michael Muchmore
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If you want to run a different operating system on your computer than what came preinstalled, check out the best virtualization software we've tested.

By Edward Mendelson
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Don't take your browser for granted! We help you narrow your options by comparing the best web browsers on speed, privacy, and other important features.

By Michael Muchmore
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The project is in the early stages, but it comes as the DOJ calls on Google to sell off Chrome.

By Will McCurdy
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The DOJ wants to level the playing field for browser makers, but the Firefox developer says the plan will take crucial revenue away from smaller companies with lucrative Google search deals.

By Michael Kan
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Ensure you're operating the latest version of Google Chrome to get the most out of the browser.

By Stephanie Mlot  & Jason Cohen
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A proposal from the Justice Department and a group of state attorneys general would also ban search-default deals and could lead to a forced divestiture of Android.

By Rob Pegoraro
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VMware Fusion Pro lets you run a variety of virtual systems on all modern macOS machines and has enterprise-friendly management features, but it could be faster.

By Edward Mendelson
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Android is no longer on the chopping block in the Google antitrust case.

By Kate Irwin
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Being away from your computer doesn't mean you can't use it. The best remote access software we've tested lets you control your computer or someone else's from afar.

By Justin Pot
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Need quick access to the world's top search engine? Learn how to set Google.com as your homepage in Chrome, Edge, Firefox, Safari, and Brave.

By Stephanie Mlot  & Jason Cohen
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Secure cloud storage you can share, upgrade, and access at any time.

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Plus, download web content directly to Google Drive and Google Photos.

By Jibin Joseph
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This affordable cloud storage option allows you to share, preview, and manage your files effortlessly.

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Box, a browser-focused cloud storage app, offers generous free storage, but its paid plan is a bit expensive for what you get.

By Justin Pot
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