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6 secret settings for a smarter Chrome Android setup
Supercharge your smartphone browsing experience with these powerful yet completely concealed options for Google's Chrome Android app.
Google execs knew 'Incognito mode' failed to protect privacy, suit claims
A lawsuit alleging Google misled users to believe their privacy was protected in "Incognito mode" says internal corporate emails prove executives knew it did anything but. The suit seeks at least $5 billion from Google.
Google Smart Lock: The complete guide
Google Smart Lock can simplify your security and save you time across both Android and ChromeOS. Are you taking advantage of all it has to offer?
Online privacy: Best browsers, settings, and tips
Everything you do online is tracked when you use your browser. But you can fight back. Chrome, Edge, Firefox, Opera, and Safari privacy controls compared.
7 secrets for a smarter Android Chrome experience
Eliminate annoyances and give yourself a better mobile web setup with these advanced adjustments for the Chrome Android browser.
Mozilla: Apple, Google, and Microsoft lock you into their browsers
Mozilla claims OS makers push users to the default browsers on their systems by making it difficult to switch to an alternative. Google fired back, saying it's the most popular on any platform because it's better.
GoTo adds co-browsing functionality to its contact center offering
The new feature allows agents and customers to collaboratively "browse" a website, web application or mobile app together in real time.
PixieBrix: A crafty tool that lets you tailor any website for your team
This Chrome extension will boost productivity by making your team’s favorite web apps even more well-suited to their needs. Ready to have your mind blown?
Time for a mid-year browser security check
The browser has become central to how almost everyone uses a computer. And it needs to be as secure as possible to fend off attacks. Here's how to do just that.
The death of Internet Explorer: Good riddance to bad rubbish
Microsoft has pulled the plug on support for the IE desktop app. Finally!
Mozilla launches email for Android devices
The Mozilla Foundation unveiled a Thunderbird-style email client for Android mobile devices called K-9 Mobile. The developer team is also evaluating the idea of an iOS version.
6 secret shortcuts in Chrome on Android
These hidden shortcuts will save you serious seconds and make your Chrome Android experience more efficient than ever.
Windows 10 cheat sheet
Get to know the interface, features, and shortcuts in Microsoft's latest operating system. (Now updated for Windows 10 version 21H2.)
Microsoft Edge has edged out Apple's Safari in browser popularity
New data from one web analytics service indicates Microsoft Edge is now favored as a browser by more desktop users than Apple's Safari. Meanwhile, Firefox is falling even further behind.
Duckduckgo launches privacy browser beta for macOS
The company said its browser will act like any other in its simplicity, but won't collect information about users and will not install cookies or tracking codes on devices. It can also block “hidden trackers” before they load.
4 buried treasures that'll transform your Chrome OS experience
These new out-of-sight switches will save you time and make your Chromebook significantly smarter. So what are you waiting for?
Android tablets? Chromebook tablets? How Google thinks both can thrive
With Google renewing its focus on Android tablets, what's in the cards for the future of Chrome OS? Here, for the first time, are some inside answers.
On browsers and bugs
While most computer users focus on desktop and mobile device patches, it’s important to make sure browsers are kept up to date as well.
10 easy steps to make Chrome faster and more secure
Looking to speed up Chrome? Give us 10 minutes, and we'll give you a noticeably better browsing experience.
Apple, Google, Microsoft, and Mozilla aim for a more consistent web
Apple is working with Google, Microsoft, Mozilla, and others to make web standards work more consistently across different browsers.