I don't use a VPN every second of every day. Over the years, I've found that using a VPN all the time can cause various issues to pop up. Because of that, I've become rather selective about when I ...

Emerging tech can guide you to use electricity when cleaner power is available -- and to use less when the grid needs it. Andrew Blok covered home energy, with a focus on solar, and navigated the ...

Netflix has become part of my daily routine. I’m enamored by shows like Stranger Things and big-budget tentpole movies such as Rebel Ridge and even a recent cheesefest called Don't Move. I never want ...

People want checking into a hotel to feel simple. Hand over your card, get your room keys, wander to the elevator. But the system behind that front desk is built for credit cards, not debit cards.

Jon is a managing editor for CNET's news and AI teams. He previously led CNET's home energy and utilities category, with a focus on energy-saving advice, thermostats, and heating and cooling. Jon has ...

Your debit card connects directly to your checking account, which means fraud can drain real money you may need for rent, bills and groceries. While your bank investigates, which can take days or even ...

Not sure when you should use your VPN and when it’s better to turn it off? I explain the situations where disabling your VPN might make sense—and guide you through how to do it on most major operating ...

For example, you can delete past conversations and revoke Gemini's access to Google Drive, Gmail, and Google Calendar. You can also use Gemini in temporary mode so it won’t save your chats. However, ...