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The secret Python switch: How one flag makes your scripts run faster

Python -O won’t magically make every script faster, but in the right workloads it’s a free win—here’s how to test it safely.
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Using Windows 10? Do This Now to Lower Your Risk of Being Hacked

Now that Windows 10 is no longer supported, it's become a more attractive target for hackers. That doesn't mean you need to upgrade right away—here's how to stay protected. When the IBM PC was new, I ...
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Microsoft Issues New Security Warning for Windows 10. Here's What You Need to Do

Jason Chun is a CNET writer covering a range of topics in tech, home, wellness, finance and streaming services. He is passionate about language and technology, and has been an avid writer/reader of ...
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PyCharm IDE for Python development just got a big update

JetBrains just dropped a major update for its Python IDE, PyCharm 2025.3.2. PyCharm and Google Colab are normally treated like separate tools, with the former PyCharm for that serious, heavy-duty ...
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The Best Way to Get the Cleanest Teeth With an Electric Toothbrush

You probably don't put much thought into brushing your teeth. If you use an electric toothbrush, you assume it's getting your teeth cleaner than a manual toothbrush. However, there are better ways to ...
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I Tested Alexa+ for Months. These 7 Features Changed How I Use My Echo

I Tested Alexa+ for Months. These 7 Features Changed How I Use My Echo Alexa+ is out of early access and available to all Prime members for free. I used Amazon's enhanced AI in early access and found ...