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Verizon throttling could trigger FTC investigation of deceptive practices

Thirteen Democratic members of Congress on Friday asked the Federal Trade Commission to investigate Verizon's recent throttling of the Santa Clara County Fire Department while it was fighting California's largest-ever wildfire.

Trump takes on Google: US president accuses firm of 'rigging' search results to make him look bad

In an angry outburst on Twitter, the US president claimed the technology company was promoting negative stories to users looking for the latest news on him.

Apple’s September iPhone-release event: all the new gadgets to expect.

A new iPhone, a MacBook Air follow-up, and everything else on its way.

You can opt out of Netflix's new ads. Here's how

To opt out, you will need to access Netflix in a browser on a computer, tablet or phone; you can't opt out of of the ads with the Netflix app.

Microsoft and Amazon start publicly testing Cortana-Alexa integration

Microsoft and Amazon finally are making available to the public their promised Cortana and Alexa integration across Windows 10 PCs and Echo devices in early preview form.

Desktop and Laptop Tips and Tricks

A Gmail-Style Side Panel Is Coming to Google Docs and Google Calendar

Google plans to add a sidebar to Google Calendar, Docs, Sheets, and Slides. Users will be able to create notes, tasks, and calendar appointments while editing documents.

Google Privacy Checkup FAQ: How to limit tracking and still use the apps you love

You can stop Google from tracking you, but you might not like the results.

How to Enable Microsoft's New OneDrive Folder Protection in Windows

Microsoft OneDrive now offers to "protect" the contents of your Desktop, Documents, and Pictures folders. You can use your standard file storage folders, and OneDrive will synchronize them as if they were saved in the regular OneDrive folder.

Best video editing software for Windows 10

While Adobe Premiere Pro is considered by many (including ourselves) to be the best in the business of video editing, it's not for everyone.

Privacy Now: How to lock down and delete threats to your online information

'Privacy now is like security in the days of Windows XP. No one cared about it until everyone cared about it.'

Mobile Computing

The 5 Best Wireless Chargers

Wireless chargers are portable chargers that don't require wires or cables. They're easy to use and set up.

How to Transfer Photos from Any Phone to Your Computer

Quickly move photos off you Android or iOS phone and onto your computer

Google lets you create a sticker version of yourself with selfies

Google is making that process easier on its iOS and Android keyboard extension, Gboard, with the addition of "Minis." The feature will let you convert your selfies into stickers that are based on your likeness.

Google adds iPad support to its video calling FaceTime competitor 'Duo'

Google Duo is Google's direct competitor to FaceTime, and adding support for the iPad only further improves feature parity to Apple's service.

How to use Shake to Undo on the iPhone

While the Mac has Command-Z, the iPhone has its own unique way of fixing mistakes: Shake to Undo

9 Android apps worth using on your Chromebook

So many Android apps, but which ones work with best with Chrome OS? Here are a few to get you started.