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Update alert: Windows and Mac updates fix nasty bugs

It doesn't matter whether you use a PC or Mac computer, both operating systems are currently plagued with bugs causing serious issues. We've got details on what is causing all the problems, how to avoid them and when to expect an official fix to be available.

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Privacy tip: These Android phones are Google-free

When you set out to find a new mobile phone, you generally have two options for operating systems: Apple's iOS or Google’s Android. But a company is now giving you a third option. It’s not a new operating system but rather an Android smartphone that runs without Google’s code.

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See if you qualify for $50 off your internet bill each month

The pandemic has made reliable, fast internet more essential than ever. People need it for communication, work and school. Not everyone can afford broadband and one federal initiative seeks to help. Do you qualify for the Emergency Broadband Benefit Program? We'll give you all the details.

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Taxes and the pandemic: New rules to watch out for

It’s tax time. Get ready for hair-pulling, nail-biting and double-checking numbers so you don’t upset the IRS. Luckily, I’m here with everything you need to know this tax season, from COVID’s impact to the different tax websites you can file through. We’re talking about loans, finding your tax rates, common pitfalls and more with Rachel Cheek, a certified public accountant.

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The new Mars rover has landed. So now what?

After an extremely long journey, Mars rover Perseverance successfully landed on the surface of Mars. But that was only the beginning of its true mission. So what will happen next and what kind of experiments will it be performing?

Tap or click to see what's next for Perseverance. →

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