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    Get NordVPN free for three months with this early Black Friday deal

    Charlie Osborne/ZDNETThe holiday season is fast approaching, and with it, popular sales events. While Black Friday — once a single day for sales on tech, clothing, home appliances, and more — is now a longer affair set to launch on Nov. 29, retailers have already begun releasing interesting deals on tech, and this includes VPN subscription deals.Many VPN providers change their pricing frequently, so when we find a worthwhile deal, it usually will offer new customers free months added to the length of their contract. We’ve found such a deal at NordVPN More

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    Microsoft blocked your Windows 11 upgrade? This trusty tool can (probably) fix that

    eyetwist / kevin balluff/Getty Images Microsoft really, really, really doesn’t want you to upgrade your old Windows 10 PC to Windows 11.  That’s the logic behind the strict hardware compatibility requirements the company imposed when it launched the new operating system in 2021. If you try to install Windows 11 on a computer with a […] More

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    Bitdefender vs. Malwarebytes: Which antivirus is best?

    Maria Diaz/ZDNETAntivirus software is one tool in your security toolkit to help defend your data and devices against threats like malware, ransomware, and phishing. While updated operating systems have decent built-in protection, third-party antivirus can up the level and add layers of security through extras like VPNs and firewalls. Also: The best antivirus softwareIn our head-to-head comparison of popular antivirus options Bitdefender More

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    Box Apps can transform your files into automated workflows, thanks to AI

    Michael Short/Bloomberg via Getty Images Content management platform Box wants to make sense of all your PDFs, contracts, and images so your business can work more seamlessly — using, of course, artificial intelligence (AI). On Tuesday, the company announced two new enterprise AI products: Box Apps and Box AI Studio. The former helps businesses build […] More

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    NordPass review: One of the best password managers for beginners with a free tier

    Nord ZDNET’s key takeaways NordPass<!–> offers unlimited password storage and basic functionality for free. Two-year paid plans with premium features can cost up to $81 for individuals and $144 for families, though Nord frequently has significant discounts on annual subscriptions, often for over half off that listed price. NordPass has a user-friendly interface that is […] More