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Microsoft Visual Studio Pro is a 64-bit IDE useful for programmers working on large projects.

The easiest way to protect your browsing data from being sold to advertisers is to shield it from them with a VPN.

If you've been thinking about getting a VPN, several companies are offering steep discounts right now.

Controlling your window treatments with your smart home tech doesn't have to cost quite so much.

I promise you can get clean seeds in 10 minutes or less.

ChatGPT can write essays, but you need to keep the risks and rewards in mind.

These headphones have up to 57 hours of battery life, recharging in as little as two hours.

Boo baskets are all over social media. Do they need to be all over real life?

Paste a bunch of dates and ask for an iCal file-you'll get one.

Why, though? Why?

Cut and paste comes to the Mac Finder.

There's a key change coming next year for "max savers" who are nearing retirement.

My inner child is so motivated!

If the May update to your Sonos app disappointed you, you'll be pleased to find most issues are now resolved.

Foldable phones are still way too expensive-but Google's latest model impresses.

It's a practical solution if you're looking for a portable device that's more than just a power bank.

AdGuard gets rid of banners, pop-ups, and video ads.

Google has released Google Calendar, Keep, and Tasks extensions for Gemini.

Bracket thresholds are going up, as is the standard deduction.

Is that flea market ring valuable, or just sparkly?

In the mood for a truly weird-ass movie marathon? Here you go.

This free app shows what time it is for people, not where they live.

Including what to do if you miss a run, and whether you need to worry about your heart rate.

A trash sweep is the starting point for a cleaner home-but it's great on its own, too.

Ring's more premium camera has one of the best audio quality systems and sends quick notifications.

Add shortcuts, switch where controls are placed, and make your iPhone's Control Center your own.

I want you to be as knowledgeable as possible about Halloween, the greatest holiday.

Apple's AI features have arrived-kind of.

The company behind Photoshop just made its Procreate competitor completely free.

Catch "Landman," a new series from Taylor Sheridan, and "The Agency," a political thriller starring Michael Fassbender.

The November lineup includes a live boxing matchup, sports docs, "Chef's Table," and new seasons of Netflix staple series.

Tired of the same old banana bread? Add a bit of adventure to your baking.

Consider going to bed early.

Apple should fix a major annoyance for iPhone 16 users starting next week.

Give your personal playlists their own bespoke artwork.

When there's a will, there's a way-and that way involves a beautiful spreadsheet.

Money conversations can be uncomfortable, but they are also essential.

It's scary how little we know about where Halloween traditions come from.

This model comes with four years of OS updates and five years of security patches, so you're covered for a good while.

It's the sweet spot in Garmin's lineup, and it made me feel like a serious runner again.

This is my personal trick for not getting overwhelmed by a messy home.

It's the time of year where we invite our dead relatives to a party. (The ones we liked, anyway.)

If you're struggling to understand how much each plan will really cost you, here's some help.

This monitor is fast, powerful, and has a beautiful picture.

App Store billing is ending for new and returning subscribers.

Payday loans are predatory and always a bad idea, and programs that advance you a portion of paycheck aren't much better.

It's a step toward changing the way the app works.

Saving those new shoes for race day? Your funeral, buddy.

A killer piece of hardware that looks even better after an over-$700 discount.

Science says, if you're already coming down with something, it's too late-and it doesn't work well as a preventative, either.