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Windows can occasionally misclassify familiar Wi-Fi networks, switching them from private to public. We explain why this happens and how to prevent your network type from changing reliably.

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The Nintendo Switch 2 supports a wide range of controllers, from Nintendo’s own Pro Controller to many Bluetooth gamepads you might already have. Whether you’re setting up your new console for the ...

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A two-month-old startup from the former head of artificial intelligence at Databricks Inc. has raised a seed round of funding from investors at a valuation of $4.5 billion for its effort to build a ...

Simon Cellan Jones has had a long career directing both film and television, but he says he gets his biggest thrill when a tricky action setpiece comes together. In his newest movie, the Mark Wahlberg ...

Setting up a dual monitor system to extend your screen and optimize computer display settings for a more productive and efficient workspace. Pixabay, DaveMeier Setting up two monitors on a single ...