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Grammarly. (Source: Grammarly)

Grammarly update brings UI revamp and more features

The popular Grammarly web app saw a UI revamp a short while ago. While the new minimalistic design does look better, that may have come at the expense of a slight hit to the user experience.
Ricci Rox, 24 May 2018 00:23
Battlefield V will allow a player to customize vehicles, weapons, and even soldiers. (Source: EA DICE)

Battlefield V gets a reveal trailer

An official reveal trailer for Battlefield V has been released, and it certainly doesn’t skimp on drama and intensity. As expected, the action takes place in the battlegrounds of World War II and features arguably less familiar settings such as the destroyed city of Rotterdam and the frozen landscapes of Norway. The game is scheduled for general release on October 19.
Daniel R Deakin, 23 May 2018 23:56
The new 15.6-inch Acer Swift 5 has a sleek magnesium shell. (Source: Acer)

The new sub-1kg Swift 5 is Acer's answer to the LG Gram 15

The new Acer Swift 5 15.6-inch is a larger version of the Swift 5 which uses magnesium alloys to keep the weight under 1 kg. This is an impressive feat for a laptop of this size and it puts the Swift 5 15.6-inch in competition with the LG Gram 15 in features, build, and hardware.
Craig Ward, 23 May 2018 22:24
Acer Swift 3 14-inch in red. (Source: Acer)

The updated Acer Swift 3 15.6-inch notebook gets a 4K/UHD option to go along with the MX150 GPU

During the Next@Acer event today, Acer announced new 14 and 15.6-inch versions of the Acer Swift 3. The smaller model is available in Stellar Blue, Sakura Pink, Lava Red, or Sparkly Silver while the larger model comes in gold or Sparkly Silver.
Craig Ward, 23 May 2018 22:24
Acer Predator Helios 300 Special Edition in white and gold. (Source: Acer)

The Acer Predator Helios 300 Special Edition is an upgraded white and gold model that is only available for a limited time

The Acer Predator Helios 300 Special Edition is a sleek limited-edition variant of the standard Helios 300. A new 144 Hz IPS display has been used, and the chassis uses an unusual all-white with gold trim design. Acer plans to discontinue this variant within a few months of sales starting.
Craig Ward, 23 May 2018 18:00
X-Plane 11 Benchmarks

X-Plane 11 Benchmarks

Advanced flight simulation. The X-Plane series is a stalwart in the commercial flight simulation market, and X-Plane 11 marks the latest iteration. It uses an advanced physics engine that mixes hard-coded data with aerodynamics to simulate realistic flight. When cranking up the settings the engine is heavily taxing on the graphics card and processor, which is particularly notable for its reliance on single-threaded CPU performance. The scope and scale of the game make it an ideal candidate for assessing system performance.
Craig Ward, 23 May 2018 12:29
Dell XPS 15 9575 2-in-1 convertible (Source: Dell)

Frank Azor: No more loud fans for the Dell XPS 15 9575 2-in-1 convertible thanks to the latest BIOS update

The latest BIOS update for the Dell XPS 15 9575 convertible should take care of the fans issue, revealed Frank Azor on Twitter yesterday. In the last month, more users complained that the fans of the new XPS 2-in-1 are extremely loud even under light load, some of them even stumbling into this problem on more than just one XPS 15 9575.
Codrut Nistor, 23 May 2018 10:05
Semantic Machines team (Source: The Official Microsoft Blog)

Microsoft acquires conversational AI company Semantic Machines

Semantic Machines Inc. is a Californian company based in Berkeley that will join Microsoft for an undisclosed amount. However, it has been revealed that the Redmond giant will establish a conversational AI center of excellence in Berkeley "to push forward the boundaries of what is possible in language interfaces."
Codrut Nistor, 21 May 2018 09:51
Dell Latitude 7390 (Core i7-8650U, Touchscreen) Laptop Review

90% Dell Latitude 7390 (Core i7-8650U, Touchscreen) Laptop Review

Smarter business? One of the best business ultrabooks gets even more powerful with the adoption of an 8th-generation Core i7-8650U CPU and NVMe SSD—as well as an honest-to-goodness anti-glare touchscreen. But are these extra perks worth the cost premium? As always, we’ll investigate with relentless detail in our full review.
Intel Core i7-8650U, UHD Graphics 620, 13.3", 1.3 kg
Steve Schardein, 20 May 2018 21:04
Dell Latitude 5490 (Core i7-8650U, Touchscreen) Laptop Review

86% Dell Latitude 5490 (Core i7-8650U, Touchscreen) Laptop Review

Faster, yet dimmer… Today’s Core i7-8650U and NVMe SSD Latitude 5490 configuration offers even faster performance than before—but it doesn’t come without its drawbacks. We’ll navigate the situation with expertise and care in our full review.
Intel Core i7-8650U, UHD Graphics 620, 14", 1.7 kg
Steve Schardein, 20 May 2018 20:58
Ryzen 5 2600 and Ryzen 7 2700 Review

Ryzen 5 2600 and Ryzen 7 2700 Review

The new Ryzen processors give a decent boost to AMD. This will please the end users in particular, since competition is known to be good for business. The two Ryzen chips without the "X" in their labels are supposed to be energy efficient above all. You can find out in this review, what you can really get out of these processors.
Sebastian Bade, 19 May 2018 19:25
Xiaomi France teaser (Source: Facebook)

Xiaomi coming to France on May 22

Promising to bring a "new attitude" to Europe, Xiaomi is ready to enter the French market. The Chinese brand will open its first Mi Store in Paris on May 22, but more are expected to follow in other French cities over the coming months. Two days later, Xiaomi will also enter the Italian market.
Codrut Nistor, 19 May 2018 08:08
Chuwi GBox Mini PC vorgestellt

Chuwi GBox HTPC promises quad-core Gemini Lake in a compact form factor

Not to be confused with the ZBox or XBox, the GBox mini PC targets home theater users and video streamers in a chassis just 0.98 L in volume and 1.5-inches thick. Chuwi is promising that the new Gemini Lake platform can bring a 60 percent performance boost over the last generation Apollo Lake while consuming less than 10 Watts for the entire unit. Prices and launch dates remain unknown.
Allen Ngo, 18 May 2018 23:27
Activision states that Call of Duty: Black Ops 4 has been specifically optimized for the PC. (Source: Activision)

Call of Duty: Black Ops 4 will feature a battle royale mode

It has been confirmed that Call of Duty: Black Ops 4 will feature a battle royale mode, known as Blackout. The latest installment in the immensely successful franchise will also offer a multiplayer mode and the popular Zombies feature. The game will be available on the PC, PS4, and Xbox One platforms, and it has a release date of October 12.
Daniel R Deakin, 17 May 2018 22:10
Acer Swift 1 SF114-32 (N5000, SSD, FHD) Laptop Review

85% Acer Swift 1 SF114-32 (N5000, SSD, FHD) Laptop Review

Elegant endurance runner. Acer's 14-incher offers an excellent battery life, an elegant, slim metal case, a keyboard illumination, and a matte IPS display. The new Pentium Silver N5000 quad-core processor has significantly more computing power than its predecessor, advancing into the range of earlier Core-i3 processors with this. You have to pay almost 600 Euros (~$707) for the whole package.
Intel Pentium Silver N5000, UHD Graphics 605, 14", 1.4 kg
Sascha Mölck, 17 May 2018 17:37
Coming Soon: Open a Linux terminal directly from File Explorer. (Source: Microsoft)

Upcoming Windows 10 'Redstone 5' Insider Build will allow launching a Linux terminal directly from File Explorer

Windows 10 users who depend on the Windows Subsystem for Linux (WSL) for development work will soon have an easy access to the Linux terminal thanks to a popular User Voice request. Upcoming Windows 10 'Redstone 5' builds will have the ability to directly open a Linux terminal from File Explorer similar to how one can invoke the Command Prompt.
Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 17 May 2018 12:40
The Surface RT. (Image: Microsoft)

Microsoft rumored to soon make low-cost Surface tablets with USB Type-C to rival the iPad

Rumors are flying concerning Microsoft's Surface line, speculating that the Redmond regent may soon produce another low-cost Surface tablet to compete directly against Apple's iPad. If true, the budget Surface will feature a 10-inch screen, rounded corners, and USB Type-C.
Sam Medley, 16 May 2018 23:55
Battlefield V's development team will be taking part in the reveal event. (Source: EA Dice)

EA DICE announces live reveal date for Battlefield V

EA DICE has confirmed Battlefield V will be the next installment in the hugely popular Battlefield series. A message has been posted on the official Battlefield website stating that there will be a live reveal event for the game taking place on May 23. The event will be hosted by The Daily Show’s Trevor Noah.
Daniel R Deakin, 16 May 2018 21:45
ASUS ZenBook UX3430UN (i5-8250U, MX150, 256 GB SSD) Subnotebook review

88% ASUS ZenBook UX3430UN (i5-8250U, MX150, 256 GB SSD) Subnotebook review

Office exemplar with gaming ambitions. The new ZenBook brings together the core of what office users desire and invites you to play a game or two thanks to its GeForce MX150 GPU. ASUS seems to have succeeded in this balancing act where other subnotebooks have failed. If there is anything to complain about, it is only at a high level.
Intel Core i5-8250U, NVIDIA GeForce MX150, 14", 1.3 kg
Sven Kloevekorn, 16 May 2018 13:06
HP claims that the Elite x2 1013 G3 is the world's smallest business detachable. (Source: HP)

HP intros the Elite x2 1013 G3: a Surface Pro clone for business with thin bezels

Alongside many of its premium reveals, HP has also introduced the Elite x2 1013 G2. The Elite x2 is being billed as the world's smallest business detachable and comes with upgraded internals, ultra-thin bezels, and two high resolution display options.
Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 16 May 2018 11:57
Dell XPS 15 9570 performance laptop now with Intel Core i9-8950HK processor options (Source: Dell Spain)

The Dell XPS 15 9570 with Intel Core i9-8950HK processor now available in Spain

After a painfully long wait — for those interested — the Intel Core i9-8950HK processor is now present in two XPS 15 9570 models. Unfortunately, they have only been listed on the Dell Spain website, so US customers still have to wait a few more days (or weeks) until the XPS 15 9570 gets this high-end mobile processor stateside.
Codrut Nistor, 16 May 2018 10:15
New business laptops with AMD Ryzen Pro

New business laptops with AMD Ryzen Pro

AMD announced new Ryzen Pro APUs and all three major OEMs Dell, HP, and Lenovo were on display with corresponding products. We had the chance to talk with the manufacturers and check the new models hands-on.
Andreas Osthoff, 15 May 2018 14:26
Asus GL703GE (Core i7-8750H, GTX 1050 Ti) Laptop Review

85% Asus GL703GE (Core i7-8750H, GTX 1050 Ti) Laptop Review

Caffeine boost. The Asus GL703GE packs in more processor performance than ever thanks to Intel’s new Core i7-8750H CPU. The Coffee Lake chip is a shot in the arm for processor-reliant tasks, and the 120 Hz display has been improved. Still, the price makes the GL703GE hard to recommend.
Intel Core i7-8750H, NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 Ti Mobile, 17.3", 2.7 kg
Sam Medley, 15 May 2018 03:49
Bethesda claims Rage 2 will offer a true open-world experience for players. (Source: Bethesda)

Rage 2 gets an announcement trailer

Video-game publisher Bethesda has released an official announcement trailer for Rage 2. The short clip does not reveal much about the gameplay but does set the tone for the sequel to the 2011 first-person shooter. The game is believed to be a joint development with id Software and Avalanche Studios. Rage 2 is expected to be released on PC, PS4, and Xbox One.
Daniel R Deakin, 14 May 2018 21:36
Dell XPS 15 9570 not coming in black, reveals Frank Azor on Twitter

Frank Azor: No chance for a black Dell XPS 15 9570

Although those who purchase the Dell XPS 15 9575 2-in-1 can already choose to have it in black, Frank Azor has recently confirmed that the Dell XPS 15 9570 laptop will not get such a color option anytime soon. The XPS 15 9570 is only available in a platinum silver finish and starts at US$999.99.
Codrut Nistor, 14 May 2018 17:41
ASUS VivoBook 15 X542UF (i5-8250U, MX130, SSD, FHD) Laptop Review

81% ASUS VivoBook 15 X542UF (i5-8250U, MX130, SSD, FHD) Laptop Review

All-rounder The VivoBook 15 scores highly for its powerful quad-core processor, its dedicated GeForce GPU and good battery life. Once again, the VivoBook is let down by an unconvincing display.
Intel Core i5-8250U, NVIDIA GeForce MX130, 15.6", 2.3 kg
Sascha Mölck, 14 May 2018 10:46
HP EliteBook 830 G5 (i7, FHD, SureView) Laptop Review

88% HP EliteBook 830 G5 (i7, FHD, SureView) Laptop Review

The largest subnotebook. HP’s latest EliteBook 830 G5 is much more than a simple redesign. Not only does it feature a larger display, but it is also a quantum leap for HP’s business line-up. Find out whether or not HP is leaping in the right direction in our extensive review.
Intel Core i7-8550U, UHD Graphics 620, 13.3", 1.3 kg
Benjamin Herzig, 13 May 2018 20:25
Asus NovaGo TP370QL (Snapdragon 835) Convertible Preview

Asus NovaGo TP370QL (Snapdragon 835) Convertible Preview

PC with smartphone SoC. The Asus NovaGo is one of the first devices equipped with a Snapdragon 835 processor, which is usually used for smartphones and tablets. We got our hands on a pre-production sample and tested how the compact convertible handles Windows and daily tasks.
Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 (8998), Adreno 540, 13.3", 1.4 kg
Andreas Osthoff, 12 May 2018 21:51
Microsoft quietly acknowledges Surface Pro 4 screen flicker, offers free replacements

Microsoft quietly acknowledges Surface Pro 4 screen flicker, offers free replacements

The Redmond company is finally caving in to the user complaints. The replacement program promises refurbished models for any Surface Pro 4 owner who can prove that they are suffering from the problem, have not damaged the unit, and have not broken warranty. There is currently no end date to the program.
Allen Ngo, 12 May 2018 08:50
The numbers 106, 116, and 126 point to where the hinge screen would be located. (Source: Free Patents Online)

Microsoft patent shows device with three displays

A recently published patent assigned to Microsoft appears to show a device with three screens. The illustrated foldable tablet has two seemingly regular-sized screens, and there is a third screen located on the hinge that separates the two main display regions. The patent for this interesting innovation was filed in November 2016.
Daniel R Deakin, 11 May 2018 22:32
MSI GT75 8RG Titan

87% MSI GT75 8RG Titan (i9-8950HK, GTX 1080, Full-HD) Laptop Review

Gaming Colossus. The GT75 8RG Titan marks MSI’s relaunch of its most powerful and massive 17-inch notebook. The desktop replacement includes a hexa-core CPU, a 120 Hz display and NVIDIA’s fastest mobile GPU to fit its high-end billing. We will be putting this gaming newcomer up against the toughest of competitors.
Intel Core i9-8950HK, NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 Mobile, 17.3", 4.6 kg
Florian Glaser, 11 May 2018 11:32
Trion Worlds also developed and published games like Rift, Defiance, and Atlas Reactor. (Source: Trion Worlds)

Trove joins the battle royale club

Trove, an MMORPG from Trion Worlds, will soon be offering a type of battle royale mode for players. A “Bomber Royale” mode has been announced for the popular game, and it will be made available in summer as part of a large expansion that has been scheduled for the title. Trove was released for Windows in 2015 and is free to play.
Daniel R Deakin, 10 May 2018 22:22
Firefox Quantum 60 for Windows 10 - About window

Firefox 60 now available for download with sponsored stories, better Android performance, and more

The recently unleashed Firefox 60 is the first Extended Support Release version since Firefox 52, so it brings more than a year's worth of new features for personal, mobile, and business users. The most important changes are the sponsored stories present in the New Tab page and the improved customization capabilities for IT administrators.
Codrut Nistor, 10 May 2018 17:35
Stack of Lenovo IdeaPad 330S showing the various color options. (Source: Lenovo)

The Lenovo IdeaPad 330 and 330S cover the budget and mid-range segment, options include i7-8750H and GTX 1050

Today Lenovo announced the new IdeaPad 330 and IdeaPad 320S which they claim to meet the specifications, price, and looks that most consumers want in an affordable laptop. The Lenovo IdeaPad came about in the late 2000’s as a consumer-oriented counterpart to the hugely successful business-orientated ThinkPad. Dedicated GPU options include the MX110, MX130, MX150, and GTX 1050.
Craig Ward, 10 May 2018 16:00
Lenovo 530S showing maximum 180 degree screen angle. Color is 'copper.' (Source: Lenovo)

The updated Lenovo IdeaPad 530S is an ultrabook in a larger form factor

The Lenovo IdeaPad 530S is a relatively thin and light notebook compared to the screen sizes on offer and the price segment which it occupies. Equipped with a Core i7 (probably U-series), up to an MX150, and a 1440p display, this laptop will sit well with consumers who want a good looking and decently priced mid-sized computer.
Craig Ward, 10 May 2018 16:00
Lenovo Yoga 730-13IKB (i5-8250U, FHD) Convertible Review

87% Lenovo Yoga 730-13IKB (i5-8250U, FHD) Convertible Review

Flexibility for the masses. Lenovo's 13.3-inch Yoga 730 is an elegantly designed consumer 2-in-1 with impressive performance, great ergonomics and good battery life. Throttling under heavy load remains an issue, however - although that's less of a drawback than one might think.
Intel Core i5-8250U, UHD Graphics 620, 13.3", 1.2 kg
Bernie Pechlaner, 10 May 2018 04:15
Fujitsu LifeBook U758 (i7-8650U, UHD) Laptop Review

87% Fujitsu LifeBook U758 (i7-8650U, UHD) Laptop Review

A lot of features! The business segment is a busy market and Fujitsu is trying to join it with its LifeBook U758. Its specifications are very promising. Find out if the well-equipped notebook can keep up with its competition in our review.
Intel Core i7-8650U, UHD Graphics 620, 15.6", 1.7 kg
Sebastian Bade, 09 May 2018 14:15
MSI GS65 8RF Stealth Thin

86% MSI GS65 8RF Stealth Thin (i7-8750H, GTX 1070 Max-Q, Full HD) Laptop Review

All-out attack. With the GS65, MSI has released an uncompromising opponent to the Gigabyte Aero 15X. The GS65 is a 15-inch gaming notebook that impresses us with its combination of outstanding hardware housed in an ultra-thin and lightweight case, just like its main competitor. Who will win out in this battle between gaming notebooks?
Intel Core i7-8750H, NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1070 Max-Q, 15.6", 1.8 kg
Florian Glaser, 09 May 2018 10:07
Lenovo V330-15IKB (i3-7130U, SSD, FHD) Laptop Review

80% Lenovo V330-15IKB (i3-7130U, SSD, FHD) Laptop Review

Ultrabay reloaded. The 15.6-incher from Lenovo features a Kaby Lake processor, an SSD, and 8 GB of (dual-channel) RAM. Windows 10 Pro serves as the OS. The battery life fails to impress. However, you can put a secondary battery inside the device.
Intel Core i3-7130U, UHD Graphics 620, 15.6", 1.8 kg
Sascha Mölck, 08 May 2018 06:40
Acer Aspire 3 A315-51 (i3-8130U, SSD, FHD) Laptop Review

77% Acer Aspire 3 A315-51 (i3-8130U, SSD, FHD) Laptop Review

Core i3 – now with Turbo. The Aspire 3 A315-51 scores well for its powerful processor, fast SSD, and reasonable price. There is no Windows OS installed though, and the display and battery life are unimpressive.
Intel Core i3-8130U, UHD Graphics 620, 15.6", 2.1 kg
Sascha Mölck, 06 May 2018 18:58
Turn 10 Studios was founded in 2001 and is a subsidiary of Microsoft. (Source: Turn 10 Studios)

Forza Motorsport 7 update introduces a new free car

The latest update for Forza Motorsport 7 is live worldwide, and it brings a new free car to all the game’s players. Fans of the game can now get their hands on the wheel of a 2018 Honda Civic Type R. The popular racing title, developed by Turn 10 Studios and published by Microsoft Studios, was released in October 2017.
Daniel R Deakin, 04 May 2018 23:26
Screen Sketch tool in Windows 10 build 17661 (Source: Windows Experience Blog)

New Windows 10 preview build already available, features improved snipping and screenshot taking

Although the Windows 10 April 2018 Update (build 17134.1) still has to reach most users of Microsoft's operating system, the members of the Windows Insider Preview program can already take the build 17661 for a spin. Its highlights include an updated Snipping Tool and a new app for screenshots called Screen Sketch.
Codrut Nistor, 04 May 2018 14:45
Dell XPS 15 9570 performance laptop now with Core i5-8300H processor and US$999.99 starting price (Source: Dell United States)

The Dell XPS 15 9570 with Intel Core i5-8300H processor is now available starting at US$999.99

Less than two days after two more powerful XPS 15 9570 configurations were listed on the official Dell website, two cheaper variants join the lineup. Starting at US$999.99, these models come with 8 GB of memory and 8th generation Intel Core processors (i5-8300H with a 5400 rpm 1 TB hybrid drive and i7-8750H with a 256 MB PCIe SSD).
Codrut Nistor, 04 May 2018 09:55
Fujitsu LifeBook E558 (i5-8250U, SSD, FHD) Laptop Review

84% Fujitsu LifeBook E558 (i5-8250U, SSD, FHD) Laptop Review

Unsophisticated. Fujitsu’s business notebook scores some major points with an LTE modem, great maintenance options and good battery life. However, the model from the LifeBook E series forgoes an optical disk drive and a serial port.
Intel Core i5-8250U, UHD Graphics 620, 15.6", 2 kg
Sascha Mölck, 04 May 2018 08:39
A special price of US$899.10 for the 8 GB model is available to eligible shoppers. (Source: Microsoft)

Microsoft offers new Surface Pro configuration

Microsoft has recently updated its store with a new configuration of the Surface Pro. It is now possible to buy an Intel Core i5-powered Surface Pro with 128 GB SSD and 8 GB RAM for US$999. Previously, Microsoft offered the 4 GB RAM version of the device at this price, but this model is now being advertised for US$799.
Daniel R Deakin, 03 May 2018 21:15
Fujitsu LifeBook U748 (i5-8250U, FHD, Touch) Laptop Review

87% Fujitsu LifeBook U748 (i5-8250U, FHD, Touch) Laptop Review

Easily a performance upgrade! The Fujitsu LifeBook U748 succeeds the LifeBook U747, with a welcome performance boost thanks to its Intel Kaby Lake Refresh processor. Read on to see how the LifeBook U748 improves upon its predecessor and how it compares against other business notebooks.
Intel Core i5-8250U, UHD Graphics 620, 14", 1.6 kg
Sebastian Bade, 03 May 2018 13:20
Acer Swift 3 (Ryzen 7 2700U, Radeon RX Vega 10) Laptop Review

82% Acer Swift 3 (Ryzen 7 2700U, Radeon RX Vega 10) Laptop Review

Ryzen up. Acer has updated their popular Swift 3 laptop with AMD's most powerful mobile APU, the Ryzen 7 2700U with RX Vega 10 graphics. Unfortunately, the system fails to live up to its full potential.
AMD Ryzen 7 2700U, Vega 10, 15.6", 2 kg
Sam Medley, 02 May 2018 23:43
Schenker XMG Apex 15 (Clevo N950TP6) Laptop Review

84% Schenker XMG Apex 15 (Clevo N950TP6) Laptop Review

GTX 1060 unleashed. Intel's brand-new desktop hexa-core Core i7-8700 is clearly the star of Schenker's new 15-inch Apex notebook. It is slightly oversized for a gaming notebook and is accompanied by a fast GeForce GTX 1060 GPU. The laptop lacks support for G-Sync but offers plentiful connectivity in return. Unfortunately, it suffers from a problem completely unrelated to gaming.
Intel Core i7-8700, NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 Mobile, 15.6", 2.8 kg
Sven Kloevekorn, 02 May 2018 23:33
Dell Latitude 5290 (i5-8250U, HD) Laptop Review

84% Dell Latitude 5290 (i5-8250U, HD) Laptop Review

Display failure. Dell's Latitude series is mainly targeted towards business customers who have different demands than private consumers. However, does this mean that companies should offer a laptop with a bad display to their employees? This is exactly what they would do, if they purchased the Dell Latitude 5290 that we have tested extensively.
Intel Core i5-8250U, UHD Graphics 620, 12.5", 1.4 kg
Benjamin Herzig, 02 May 2018 21:58
How to block annoying ads and secure your PC in any OS

How to block annoying ads and secure your PC in any OS

The recent Facebook-Cambridge Analytica scandal has proved that user data can be harvested and used for any purpose by almost anyone without explicit consent. Therefore, it is imperative that one secures his/her online experience from tracking sites, intrusive ads, and deceptive pop-ups. One way to accomplish this is by editing the Hosts file. The Hosts file in any OS contains references to domain names and their corresponding IP addresses. Knowing how to edit the Hosts file can be very useful in preventing access to malicious websites, redirection to other sites, blocking intrusive ads, creating shortcuts to websites, and a lot more. The Hosts file is the same in Windows, macOS, and Linux although, the method of getting access and editing it might have some variations. This guide aims to comprehensively detail the purpose of the Hosts file and how you can use it to secure your online experience.
Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 02 May 2018 09:23
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