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Best iPhone and Android cases to protect from drops, hold your cards and more

Best iPhone and Android cases to protect from drops, hold your cards and more

Phone cases don't have to be just practical. They can also be creative and show off your style. We compiled a massive list of the best phone cases for everyone. From rough riders to art lovers, clumsy people, people with many credit cards and minimalists. You're sure to find the perfect case for you.

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Do you prefer a fresh start when you open your browser or to see all the tabs you last had open? You can customize things based on what you like.

First, open Chrome, click the three vertical dots at the top right, then click Settings. A new tab will open. Choose On startup from the left-hand menu. From there, you’ll have three choices:

  • Open the New Tab page opens up Chrome to a blank tab.
  • Continue where you left off opens the tabs you last had open.
  • Open a specific page or set of pages opens any sites you’d like to open when you start your browser.

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Antivirus comparison: Which option is best for your PC or Mac?

Antivirus comparison: Which option is best for your PC or Mac?

Viruses can pop up out of nowhere, no matter which corners of the web you're traveling. That's why it's critical to have trustworthy antivirus software protecting your devices. Without it, your gadgets are at risk of being infected with malware, ransomware and many other security threats. Here are some of the best antivirus options for PC and Macs.

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In our digital world, it's your responsibility to maintain your privacy. Believe me, Big Tech companies aren't going to do it for you. I put together five ways you can shut out greedy advertisers, shut down location tracking and more. These are steps well worth your time.

 

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How math can help explain art

How math can help explain art

You might think there is no connection between art and math. One uses complex numbers that a computer can solve quickly. The other is all about creativity and, for the time being, still requires a human touch. But math can help explain the secrets behind works of art that we never understood before.

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