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• Tax Refund Subject to Change? 3 Ways the IRS Can Change It

  03-04-2025 23:40 via cnet.com
  
  The IRS and other government agencies have some leverage over the amount of your tax refund -- but you also have some power over it that you might not be aware of.
  
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• These Fruits and Vegetables Have the Best (and Worst) Edible Yield

  03-04-2025 23:09 via cnet.com
  
  When you buy produce by weight, some fruits and veggies offer more bang for your grocery buck. Here are the types of produces that end up mostly in your mouth and not in the compost bin.
  
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• Zelle App Is Gone. Use These Alternatives to Send Money Digitally

  03-04-2025 23:05 via cnet.com
  
  You still have lots of free ways to send money to friends and family electronically.
  
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• Blanket ban on teen smartphone use ‘potentially detrimental’, says academic

  03-04-2025 23:00
  Dr Amy Orben says there are no ‘one-size-fits-all answers’ given importance of access to online informationA leading academic tasked by the UK government with reviewing the effects of smartphones on teenagers has suggested blanket bans are “unrealistic and potentially detrimental”.Amy Orben, from the University of Cambridge, will lead the work on children and smartphone use that has been commissioned by the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology (DSIT) along wi
  
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• Marvel Rivals Season 2 Starts Next Week, Devs Drop Big News

  03-04-2025 22:46 via cnet.com
  
  Emma Frost and Ultron are joining the Rivals roster in season 2, and devs are upping the pace to one new hero per month starting with season 3.
  
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• Look, no patches! Why Chainguard OS might be the most secure Linux ever

  03-04-2025 22:46 via zdnet.com
  
  A secure container company listens to several top Linux maintainers on how to build the most secure Linux distro possible. The result: Chainguard OS.
  
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• Today's NYT Connections: Sports Edition Hints and Answers for April 4, #193

  03-04-2025 22:35 via cnet.com
  
  Hints and answers for the NYT Connections: Sports Edition puzzle, No. 193,for April 4.
  
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• What You Need to Know About Schedule I, Steam's Top-Selling Game About Selling Drugs

  03-04-2025 22:30 via cnet.com
  
  This surprisingly deep game is far more than just spliffs and giggles.
  
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• 3 ways to connect your phone with Windows now that this popular sync tool is getting the axe

  03-04-2025 22:29 via zdnet.com
  
  With Intel Unison being retired in June, you'll have to turn to another app to sync your iPhone or Android phone with Windows 11.
  
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• TikTok Ban: Is Time Running Out?

  03-04-2025 22:24 via cnet.com
  
  The wildly popular app faces a Saturday deadline to strike a deal to sell itself or be banned.
  
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• Today's NYT Connections Hints, Answers and Help for April 4, #663

  03-04-2025 22:21 via cnet.com
  
  Hints and answers for Connections for April 4, #663.
  
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• Today's NYT Strands Hints, Answers and Help for April 4, #397

  03-04-2025 22:08 via cnet.com
  
  Here are hints and answers for the NYT Strands puzzle No. 397 for April 4.
  
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• How Much Will iPhone and Other Apple Prices Increase With 'Liberation Day' Tariffs?

  03-04-2025 22:08 via cnet.com
  
  Some tech prices have already risen but experts warn against panic-buying.
  
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• Today's Wordle for April 4 Could Break Your Win Streak: Here's the Answer

  03-04-2025 22:00 via cnet.com
  
  Today's Wordle No. 1,385 for April 4 is a weird word, with an uncommon first letter. Here are our hints and the answer.
  
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• Best Quest 3 and Quest 3S Accessories: We’ve Played Hundreds of Hours and These Are Our Top Picks

  03-04-2025 21:56 via cnet.com
  
  The Quest 3 is the best VR headset you can buy right now, but there are a bunch of accessories that can make it better.
  
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• Nintendo Switch 2 Live Updates: Preorder Info, GameCube Previews and More

  03-04-2025 21:52 via cnet.com
  
  After yesterday's Switch 2 Direct, today's Nintendo Treehouse Live dived into games like Mario Kart World, Metroid Prime 4 and DK Bonanza.
  
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• No More Broadband Delays as State Legislators Urge DC to 'Get Out of the Way'

  03-04-2025 21:49 via cnet.com
  
  The Trump Administration is reportedly changing rules to the $42.5 billion BEAD Program to favor Elon Musk’s Starlink.
  
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• GIF or JIF? Bee-zos or Bay-zos? How Do You Pronounce These Tech Terms?

  03-04-2025 21:37 via cnet.com
  
  From Nvidia to Bezos to iOS, there are plenty of confusing tech terms you might not know how to say.
  
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• Why Verizon's new '3-year price lock' is a bit of a misnomer

  03-04-2025 21:26 via zdnet.com
  
  The carrier is offering a free phone, too, but don't skip the fine print.
  
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• Best Smart Locks of 2025: Tested and Reviewed

  03-04-2025 21:15 via cnet.com
  
  Keep your home secure with these high-tech smart locks and levers, all handpicked by CNET experts.
  
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• Chase Is Now Blocking Some Zelle Charges. This Is What You Need to Know

  03-04-2025 21:12 via cnet.com
  
  The bank is cracking down on social media scams with its new policy.
  
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• Keeping Your Cast-Iron Skillet Clean Is Easy With the Right Materials

  03-04-2025 21:00 via cnet.com
  
  Cleaning your cast-iron skillet correctly ensures it will last for years. You can do it with a common kitchen staple.
  
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• If Your Washer Smells Terrible, It Might Be Mold. Here's How to Fix It

  03-04-2025 20:59 via cnet.com
  
  Mold can develop in your washer, leaving it smelling damp or earthy. Thankfully there are some easy ways to eliminate mold and its smell.
  
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• The Hottest Switch 2 Accessory Could Be… a Lap Desk

  03-04-2025 20:51 via cnet.com
  
  Commentary: How else will you use the Joy-Cons' cool new mouse feature?
  
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• Here's An Image of the Asteroid Everyone Was Worried About

  03-04-2025 20:44 via cnet.com
  
  NASA's James Webb Space Telescope captured a glimpse of the asteroid that had a chance of impacting Earth three months ago.
  
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• This Smart Plug Manages Energy (and Energy Spending) Better Than Any I've Tested

  03-04-2025 20:33 via cnet.com
  
  The Emporia's plug puts energy usage and management at the forefront allowing you to monitor and save better than with other smart plugs.
  
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• Mortgage Rate Predictions for April: How Tariffs Will Impact Spring Homebuying

  03-04-2025 20:28 via cnet.com
  
  Mortgage interest rates could see volatility with the increased risk of a global trade war and recession.
  
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• I loved how easy it was to create a VistaPrint photo book, and the end results are great – with a few exceptions

  03-04-2025 20:15 via techradar.com
  
  VistaPrint photo book review
  VistaPrint offers eight photo book sizes in square, portrait, and landscape formats, which range in size from 13 x 10cm (5.1 x 3.9 inches) to 39 x 29cm (15.4 x 11.4 inches). You can have up to 120 pages in a single photo book, although you’ll have to pay £1.50 extra for every two pages beyond 24. Layflat binding is also available on selected sizes for an extra £1.50 per page, and two stocks are available to choose from: Standard and Premium Glossy,
  
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• How Bill Gates, the Altair 8800 and BASIC propelled me into the PC revolution

  03-04-2025 20:14 via zdnet.com
  
  In 1975, Bill and I were using the same computing tech - the Altair 8800 and DEC's PDP-10 - as BASIC became a gateway for generations of developers. Where were you all those decades ago?
  
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• The Arcade2TV-XR Combines the Past and Future Into an Immersive Gaming Experience

  03-04-2025 20:00 via cnet.com
  
  Travel back in time with X-Arcade's Arcade2TV-XR physical arcade controller for virtual reality in this retro blast from the past that includes games like Pinball FX VR and Arcade Ranger.
  
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• Installing a Home Security Camera? Avoid Placing Them in These Areas

  03-04-2025 20:00 via cnet.com
  
  Installing security cameras around your home can give you peace of mind, but poor placement could have you running into trouble.
  
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• I Time-Traveled to the '80s Playing X-Arcade's Arcade2TV-XR Cabinet in VR video

  03-04-2025 20:00 via cnet.com
  
  X-Arcade's mixed-reality arcade cabinet transforms your room into a nostalgic virtual reality arcade experience with retro games and a lifelike Pinball FX VR game. The cabinet connects to modern gaming consoles as well as the Quest 2 and 3 and includes all the control surfaces for classic arcade gaming.
  
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• These wireless headphones are an audiophile's dream - and my new all-time favorite

  03-04-2025 19:47 via zdnet.com
  
  If you're looking for headphones with sonic clarity and brilliant EQ, the Dali IO-8 will transport you to audio nirvana.
  
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• Are Key Student Loan Forgiveness and Repayment Plans About to See Big Changes?

  03-04-2025 19:40 via cnet.com
  
  The Department of Education said it is inviting public feedback on ways to improve these programs.
  
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• Is Plesk a good alternative to cPanel? I tried it to see if it's right for you.

  03-04-2025 19:33 via techradar.com
  
  Operating system support: Debian, Ubuntu, CentOS, AlmaLinux, Rocky Linux, CloudLinux, Virtuozzo Linux, Windows.
  Portability to different platforms
  Plesk has been around for a long time and is supported by many hosts. You also have the option to migrate to cPanel should you decide that Plesk isn’t for you. Plesk also supports a wide array of Linux and Windows operating systems, so you have a lot of options for installing it on various server setups.Plesk has a straightforward and fair prici
  
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• Switch 2 Games Are More Expensive, Tariffs Might Not Be the Reason Why

  03-04-2025 19:31 via cnet.com
  
  It still comes down to money.
  
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• Switch 2 Games Are More Expensive, and Tariffs Might Not Be the Reason Why

  03-04-2025 19:31 via cnet.com
  
  It still comes down to money.
  
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• 11 Samsung Galaxy phone settings I always change right away - here's why

  03-04-2025 19:21 via zdnet.com
  
  Samsung phones are amazing - but are you really using yours to its full potential? These settings could be the game-changer you didn't know you needed.
  
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• No Password Manager? Learn How to Protect Your Online Accounts and Make Logging In Simple

  03-04-2025 19:15 via cnet.com
  
  Password managers help keep your information safe, and make remembering passwords a breeze. Here's how to set one up.
  
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• Can a 200MP Android phone replace my $3,500 Sony camera? I tried it and can't go back

  03-04-2025 19:07 via zdnet.com
  
  When the Xiaomi 15 Ultra debuted its new periscope lens and stacked camera configuration earlier this year, both Android and Apple users took note.
  
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• Why I recommend this budget Lenovo ThinkPad over laptops that cost twice as much

  03-04-2025 19:00 via zdnet.com
  
  The sixth-generation Lenovo ThinkPad E14 is a reliable workhorse laptop that delivers solid performance without costing an arm and leg.
  
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• If You Deposit $5,000 Into a CD Now, Here's How Much Interest You'll Earn

  03-04-2025 19:00 via cnet.com
  
  Whatever amount you have to set aside, it can grow faster in a CD.
  
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• No More Broadband Delays, State Legislators Urge DC

  03-04-2025 18:53 via cnet.com
  
  The Trump Administration is reportedly changing rules to the $42.5 billion BEAD Program to favor Elon Musk’s Starlink.
  
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• Android quietly installed a feature that scans your photos for 'sensitive content' - how to remove it

  03-04-2025 18:45 via zdnet.com
  
  Google didn't tell Android users much about Android System SafetyCore before it hit their phones. Fortunately, you can disable it.
  
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• I've Been Playing for 30 Years, and These Are the Dungeons & Dragons Accessories I'd Use on Game Night

  03-04-2025 18:43 via cnet.com
  
  D&D can be played entirely in the theater of the mind, but why do that when you can have a load of gear to make it even better?
  
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• Anthropic launches Claude for Education, an AI to help students think critically

  03-04-2025 18:41 via zdnet.com
  
  No, it won't just do their homework for them. Plus, it helps teachers create rubrics and provide feedback.
  
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• Want to protect your phone's battery? Stop doing this one simple thing

  03-04-2025 18:34 via zdnet.com
  
  Basically, excessively discharging batteries harms them. Here's why and what it means for you.
  
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• How much has changed in cPanel? I used it to find out.

  03-04-2025 18:34 via techradar.com
  
  Operating system support: AlmaLinux, CloudLinux, Rocky Linux and Ubuntu
  Portability to different platforms
  cPanel is probably one of the most popular admin panels, so it’s no surprise that it’s supported by many hosts. They also include migration tools to migrate between servers and even from a Plesk control panel. Since cPanel is so popular, most alternative admin panels have a migrato,r meaning that if you decide cPanel isn’t for you, you can still easily switch to other admi
  
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• The best VPN for gaming in 2025: Expert tested and reviewed

  03-04-2025 18:12 via zdnet.com
  
  When you launch a gaming session, internet stability and speed are top priorities. We tested the best gaming VPNs, which keep lag at bay and allow you to securely stream without impacting your gaming experience.
  
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• Stock Market Crashes: How to Protect Your Investments From Shocks to the System

  03-04-2025 18:08 via cnet.com
  
  Confusion and panic arise when the stock market falls quickly. Get expert advice on the best moves for investors right now.
  
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