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How to disable ads in Windows 11

You'll see ads on your Windows lock screen if you have Windows Spotlight set as the display option. These ads often promote ...

How to declutter, quiet down, and take the AI out of Windows 11 25H2

If you want to keep Widgets enabled but clean it up a bit, open the Widgets menu, click the Settings gear in the top-right ...

Scam Ads Are Flooding Social Media. These Former Meta Staffers Have a Plan

Rob Leathern and Rob Goldman, who both worked at Meta, are launching a new nonprofit that aims to bring transparency to an ...
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PM urged to prove Journalism Matters to Government by keeping alcohol licensing notices in local papers

The Prime Minister has been urged to make good on his promise yesterday (November 5) to support and work with the local news media sector by rowing back on damaging plans to remove alcohol licensing ...

YouTube just cracked down on ad blockers again — Reports of issues have skyrocketed, and the culprit seems to be your favorite extension

Can't get YouTube to load in your browser today? The site seems to be running fine, but not for many users with an ad blocker installed. Here's how you can get around the issue.
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Microsoft Edge’s Scareware Blocker is Now Enabled By Default – How to Manage It

Microsoft Edge’s scareware blocker is now turned on for everyone. A quick look at what this change means and how you can control it.

You should turn off ACR on your TV right now (and why it matters so much to privacy)

In the sidebar menu, choose the Privacy Choices option. Ensure that the checkbox for Viewing Information Services is unchecked. This will turn off ACR and any associated ad targeting. Select the OK ...