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Swifdoo PDF for Windows review: Essential features and easy to use
This Windows desktop PDF editor provides everything you're likely to need for working in PDFs at a fraction of the price of the big brands.
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ExpressVPN review: Expensive, but worth every penny
ExpressVPN continues its reign at the top of the VPN market by offering excellent speeds and near unrivaled privacy.
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MiniTool ShadowMaker Pro 4.6 review: Fast image backup with remote control
Imaging, disaster recovery, and remote control highlight ShadowMaker Pro 4.6 — an easy-to-use, full-featured backup program. There’s also a scaled-down free version.
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BackUp Maker Pro review: File backup made easy and efficient
If you’re looking for file backup with pro options and more security than Windows File History, BackUp Maker Professional from Ascomp program delivers. Complete support for networks and even optical are highlights.
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NymVPN review: An innovative decentralized VPN with some work to do
NymVPN is out to shake up the VPN market with its unique decentralized platform, promising users superior privacy and anonymity compared to traditional VPNs.
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DriveImage XML review: An oldie, but still goodie image backup program
Though the latest version is well over 5 years old, DriveImage XML is still a viable free backup solution, albeit a partial one. MBR is fully supported, but restore or cloning failed with GPT disks.
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EaseUS ToDo Backup 2025 review: Slick, full-featured backup
Slicker than ever, super capable, and super easy to use, ToDo Backup 2025 has become one of our favorite backup suites.
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Surfshark One review: Adequate antivirus protection with caveats
Known for its VPN service, Surfshark offers antivirus with its security software—but how it defends against malware won’t suit everyone.
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Acronis True Image review: Top-tier do-it-all PC backup
With backup, disaster recovery, and malware protection under one roof, Acronis True Image is the most comprehensive end-user data-safety solution on the planet.
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Adobe Acrobat Pro review: Still the gold standard
Adobe's PDF editor is as feature-packed as ever, with the addition of more affordable subscription pricing.
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Ashampoo Backup Pro 26 review: Easy, effective PC backup
With super-thorough wizards and all the common options, Ashampoo Backup Pro 26 is a great total backup solution for the average user. However, it's missing some of the options that would truly make it "pro."
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Hide.me VPN review: A feature-packed service with solid privacy credentials
Hide.me is a VPN service with a ton of great features that not only give you the privacy and security you need, but also allows for a wealth of customization options.
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TunnelBear VPN review: It’s just right for beginners
TunnelBear is a simple and easy-to-use VPN service with solid security features that will appeal to those who just need the basics.
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Norton Secure VPN review: Basic, no-fuss protection
Norton Secure VPN is a standalone offering that provides basic privacy and protection for fans of the brand.
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MobiPDF review: A budget PDF editor with business-ready features
From document editing to cloud integration, MobiPDF offers a wide range of tools at a fraction of the cost of top-tier alternatives.
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PrivadoVPN review: Come for the free VPN, stay for the premium features
PrivadoVPN is a powerful premium service that also offers one of the best free VPNs on the market.
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Windows' new Outlook app: 4 key details you absolutely need to know
The new Outlook replaces the classic Outlook in Windows 10/11 and the Windows Mail and Windows Calendar app. Here's what you need to know.
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Private Internet Access review: A low-price, high-value VPN for everyone
Private Internet Access is a powerful, low-cost VPN that offers a nice array of features and unlimited device connections.
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Which web browsers excel in security, privacy, and features?
Google Chrome has overtaken other browsers in terms of market share. But which browser is ahead when it comes to practical use and protection against hackers and privacy?
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IPVanish review: A U.S.-based VPN with unlimited connections
IPVanish is a good U.S.-based VPN that promises speed and security and delivers on both.
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CyberGhost VPN review: An easy-to-use VPN with a massive server network
CyberGhost offers a massive amount of country options and powerful feature set for a decent price. It continues to be a great option for those looking to stream content overseas.
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Zinstall FullBack review: Backup with a unique migration feature
If you're looking for easy disaster recovery that migrates your data and apps to a new installation, Zinstall FullBack is what you seek. But it's a pricey solution at $180 a year.
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Wondershare UBackit review: Wonderfully simple and effective backup
The lack of disaster recovery and a perpetual license (restore remains available) limits the appeal of this otherwise simple, often clever, and easy-to-use backup program.
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FastestVPN review: A VPN with a low-price lifetime subscription
FastestVPN might not have the flair of some of the top VPN services, but it's very affordable, makes the right privacy promises, and comes with a generous 10 simultaneous device connections.
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Macrium Reflect Home 8 review: An exceptional imaging and backup program
Macrium Reflect is one of our favorite easy-to-use, feature-filled imaging backup programs. It rivals R-Drive Image in our experience for long-lived success.
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Surfshark review: A versatile VPN service packed with extras
Surfshark is a leading VPN service for good reason. It offers unlimited device connections, works with Netflix, and comes with a ton of extras such as built-in antivirus and multihop functionality.
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HMA VPN review: An easy-to-use VPN with servers in every corner of the world
There's a lot to like about HMA VPN, but there are also a few ways where it might not meet users' needs.
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Windscribe Pro review: Packed with features and a great free plan
Windscribe Pro has established itself as a simple and effective featured-packed service offering both VPN and ad blocking.
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DuckDuckGo Privacy Pro review: A simple, but effective privacy bundle
DuckDuckGo's new Privacy Pro bundle of services with a VPN, data removal service, and identity theft restoration service is a nice package of privacy-focused services for an affordable price.
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NordVPN review: More than just a VPN, it’s a privacy powerhouse
NordVPN has it all: excellent performance and a solid set of features that will appeal to both novices and power users. All of this make it one of the best VPNs around.
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Senua’s Saga: Hellblade II review: Remarkable experience, okay game
Hellblade II was the game Microsoft used to showcase the power of the Xbox Series X when the console was first unveiled. Now it's finally here.
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Uninstalr review: Obliterate all traces of unwanted software, for free
The Uninstalr tool thoroughly removes installed programs from the system. It even finds remnants of software that we had supposedly already removed months ago.
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Aomei Backupper 7.3 review: Easy, all-in-one backup
As of version 7, Aomei Backupper Professional can compete with the best imaging, backup, and sync programs out there in terms of specs and features. It's also a solid performer — with some rough edges.
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Carbonite Safe review: All-you-can-eat online backup
Carbonite Safe is an online backup service that offers unlimited storage and uses Windows' own File Explorer for data selection. It's simple and effective, though integration into Windows 11 Explorer isn't as elegant as it is in Windows 10.
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The 10 most-watched YouTube videos of all time
There are billions of videos on YouTube. But which ones are in the top 10 with the most views?
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PrivateVPN review: Simple and likeable
PrivateVPN offers solid speeds, gets around Netflix restrictions, and it's long-term plans are available at a great price.
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Adobe Photoshop Elements 2024 review: Still one of the best
With a redesigned interface and new AI features, Photoshop Elements is still one of the best photo-editors for amateur photographers.
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AVG Secure VPN review: A well-known security brand takes on VPNs
AVG Secure VPN from the acclaimed antivirus company is a solid mainstream VPN for those who just want to connect to a location and get to work.
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Air Explorer Pro review: Sync to, from, and between your online storage accounts
Air Explorer Pro is a super-handy program that will connect and sync to, from, and between the vast majority of online storage services as well as local storage.
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NordPass review: Affordable, streamlined password management
NordVPN's password manager makes securing and syncing your login credentials simple — while costing notably less than the competition.
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Indie hit 'Balatro' reinvents poker by forcing you to cheat
The new roguelike expands the basics of poker into a devilishly clever and addictive spin on a classic.
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Mozilla VPN review: An easy-to-use VPN with Firefox compatibility
Mozilla VPN is a standalone VPN application from the makers of Firefox browser that does the basics right.
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Backblaze review: No-hassle online backup with unlimited storage
Backblaze is an online service that uses a shotgun approach, backing up everything important unless you tell it not to. It's cheap if you need unlimited storage, and a good choice for those who don't necessarily know what needs backing up. Pay attention to the retention settings though, as deletions and older versions will be removed after 30 days unless you upgrade.
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NordLocker review: Obsessively secure, easily affordable online storage
NordLocker is by far the most security conscious online storage service we're aware of–exactly what we'd expect from the purveyors of NordVPN. It's also very affordable by the year.
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Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League review: Supervillains with guns
The decision to move from a dark single-player adventure to a fast-paced online action game has not been popular. Is Suicide Squad good enough to put the pundits to shame?
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TorGuard VPN review: Flexible plans and solid security features
TorGuard VPN comes with lots of customizable security features and offers a wide array of flexible plans and addons.
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Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth review: Japanese action drama at its finest
The adventures of former Yakuza Ichiban Kasuga continue.
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FileShadow review: Consolidate, catalog, and search your data–from any device
FileShadow creates a uniquely searchable amalgamation of your local and online data, even including your email if you wish. It's pricey and then some, but useful in ways other services are not.
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Tekken 8 – a must for all fighting fans
Seven long years after Tekken 7, the eighth instalment is finally here. And yes, it has been worth the wait.
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