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Browse in Private Mode

Ad trackers, spam, Wi-Fi snoops — there are a lot of reasons why you should think carefully about what information your Web browser is saving or transmitting. Or you can just browse in Private Mode in Safari to ensure that your site visits, searches, and AutoFill information aren’t being tracked. Don’t use Safari? We also have browser safety tips for Microsoft Edge and Chrome and Firefox. Safe surfing! Read more »

Julie Wildhaber

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Google’s Android security report

		The bad news: Android malware is on the rise. The good news: Google’s fighting it on multiple fronts, and as long as you get your apps from Google Play, you’re probably fine. For an extra layer of security, see our picks for the best Android antivirus. Read more

Get Facebook without the Facebook app

		You love connecting with friends; you don’t love how Facebook’s official app drains your phone battery and sucks up system resources. Just say no and go with alternative Facebook apps for Android and iOS. Read more

Make your phone a streaming remote

		You use your phone for everything else — why not make it your remote control? Here’s how to hook it up to Chromecast, Fire TV, Apple TV, and Roku. Read more

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Windows Downloads

Recent Reviews

New Releases


AVG Antivirus Free (2016) review AVG Antivirus Free has a solid detection engine, but make sure you get what you ask for when installing it.


Trend Micro Maximum Security 10 review The flagship antimalware suite is updated for 2015.


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McAfee LiveSafe 2016 review McAfee’s latest antimalware suite can be installed on an unlimited number of devices.


Avira Free Antivirus review A refreshingly low-key antivirus app with a high-quality interface, though one bundled tool could use a chill pill.


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Mac Downloads

Recent Reviews

New Releases


Google Chrome for Mac Google’s Chrome is a popular and reliable choice for browsing webpages across multiple platforms.


Apple Keynote for Mac Apple’s Keynote is the equal of Microsoft’s PowerPoint and lets you create elegant, powerful presentations.


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Microsoft OneNote for Mac 2016 Microsoft’s OneNote 2016 is one of the top-drawer note-taking apps for OS X.


Parallels Desktop for Mac Parallels Desktop for Mac lets you run Windows and Windows apps on your Mac, shoulder to shoulder with OS X.


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