Starting January 1, 2026, Californians can submit requests for data brokers to erase their sensitive information through the Delete Request and Opt-out Platform (DROP). The new ...

Microsoft has unexpectedly removed the last remaining method for activating Windows without an internet connection.

If all of that checks out and your ISP shrugs when you call them and ask for help, it's time to stop guessing and start ...

A new tool should make it easier for California residents to limit data brokers’ ability to store and sell their personal ...

Californians now have access to a free online tool that deletes all of their personal data stored by data brokers.

AI-fuelled market euphoria is a new telling of an old story that will not play out differently this time, writes John Plender ...

California legislative analysts concluded that data brokers offer valuable services, but also threaten people’s rights and ...

You don't have to buy a new computer to get Wi-Fi 7 speeds. There are external Wi-Fi dongles, such as the Asus RT-BE58 Go or Acer Wave D7, that you can plug into an available USB port to get Wi-Fi 7 ...

The internet makes connecting with old friends and acquaintances easier than ever, but it also exposes personal information to advertisers, scammers and potential criminals. Hundreds of websites have ...

Microsoft has warned IT administrators to prepare for the removal of Windows Internet Name Service (WINS) from Windows Server releases starting in November 2034. The legacy WINS computer name ...

Fiber and cable internet generally provide the fastest speeds, while 5G and fixed wireless are growing as flexible options. Fiber is ideal for heavy users like gamers and remote workers, while cable ...

Don't settle for sluggish Wi-Fi. Learn what internet speed tests mean and how to troubleshoot and fix common issues. Joe Supan is a senior writer for CNET covering home technology, broadband, and ...