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Prepare for the Ban: How to Download TikTok Videos (Without Watermarks)

With Apple and Google preparing to yank TikTok from their app stores in January, now is the time to save your favorite videos (and shave off those watermarks).

By Eric Griffith
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How to Make a Spotify Playlist for Your Next Party or Road Trip

Create your own digital mix tape on Spotify. Here's how to curate, share, edit (and delete) custom playlists on the music-streaming service.

By Jason Cohen & Stephanie Mlot
spotify app on a smartphone next to airpods

How to Take Screenshots on a Chromebook

The quickest way to capture what you see on your screen is to use Chrome OS' built-in tools.

By Stephanie Mlot
a chromebook laptop with the logo on the back

Avoid Online Job Scams With These 7 Simple Tips

Don't let criminals fool you into giving up vital personal information during your job search. Follow these instructions to spot potential scam artists.

By Kim Key
a woman faces two faceless people at an sham interview

Being Busy Isn't Aspirational: Why You Should Protect Your Time

Being busy, or even being perceived as busy, does no one any good. Here's how to ensure you have enough time for the things you need and want to do.

By Jill Duffy
Image composite of protecting one's time

Save Your Progress: How to Back Up and Restore PC Games

Worried about losing your game saves? Here's how to back up your games on Steam, GOG, Epic Games, and other PC platforms.

By Alan Bradley & Whitson Gordon
digital version of a floppy disk icon

How to Change Your Annoying Alarm to a Favorite Song or Artist

Here's how to set your alarm to play music from Spotify, Apple Music, Pandora, TuneIn, and more.

By Jason Cohen & Stephanie Mlot
alarm clock with headphones

Fireside Festiveness: How to Watch the Yule Log This Christmas

Enjoy crackling flames by streaming a cozy fireplace on Hulu, Netflix, Prime, and other top video services. We show you how.

By Jordan Minor
Yule Log

How to Wirelessly Share Your Wi-Fi Password on iPhone or Android

Trying to quickly and securely share your home's Wi-Fi password? Here's how to do it from your iPhone, Android device, or even a computer, without disclosing the actual password.

By Jason Cohen
people looking at their phones together

How to Use a Wireless Display With Windows 11

Don’t limit yourself to your laptop’s small screen. Here’s how to wirelessly project your Windows 11 device to another PC with a larger monitor for a more comfortable computing experience.

By Michael Muchmore
Wireless Display with Windows 11

How to Prepare Your Digital Life for Your Death

Here's how to make things easier for your loved ones and designate legacy contacts on Google, Facebook, Apple, your password manager, and more.

By Jason Cohen & Stephanie Mlot
man at the grave of a pixelated finger

Want to Keep a Secret? How to Encrypt a Document Stored on Google Drive

Google Drive may not let you encrypt individual Google Docs, but there are still ways to protect your security and privacy. Here's how to keep your Docs from prying eyes.

By Jason Cohen & Whitson Gordon
google drive logo with computer program characters on top

Don't Get Duped! Here's How to Spot AI-Generated Video Footage

Now that OpenAI's Sora is out, AI-generated video is poised to explode. Here's how to recognize it and determine if what you're watching is real or not.

By Chandra Steele
woman looks at computer

How to Pair Wireless Headphones and Earphones to Your Phone or Computer

Whether you're new to the world of wireless audio or looking to pick up a few tricks, here's how to connect your Bluetooth headphones and earphones to your phone and other devices.

By Tim Gideon & Jason Cohen
woman with headphones on looking at her phone

How to Factory Reset a Mac If You're Ready to Start Over

Looking to reset your computer to its factory settings? Apple has made it a little easier since macOS Monterey, but you have options no matter your Mac or OS version.

By Jason Cohen
pencil erasing the words macos

What to Do if Your Laptop Is Plugged In But Not Charging

If your laptop is connected to power but not getting any juice, use these steps to troubleshoot.

By Jason Cohen & Whitson Gordon
man sitting in front of computer and angry the laptop is low on battery

How to Pass On Your Passwords After You Die

No one lives forever, so you should think about where your passwords will go after you die. These top-rated password managers let you create a secure credential inheritance plan.

By Kim Key
A gravestone with password imagery on a purple background

What to Do When Your Computer Won't Start

If your Windows PC won't start, don't panic (yet). Here are some troubleshooting steps to take when your computer fails to boot correctly.

By Whitson Gordon
women confused in front of her laptop

How to Set Up Multi-Factor Authentication and Safeguard Your Online Accounts

Forget passwords. If you want strong online security, you need to be using multi-factor authentication wherever you can. Here's how to get started.

By Eric Griffith
Illustration: René Ramos

How to Clone a Hard Drive on a PC or Mac

If you need to migrate your data or are looking to keep a backup handy, you can clone your hard drive. Here's how to do it in Windows and macOS.

By Jason Cohen & Whitson Gordon
multiple SSDs