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When It Comes to Privacy-Focused Web Browsers, What’s Your Go-to Choice and Why?
I've used Chrome and Firefox for years, but now I want a browser that isn't trying to track my every move.
Which Web Search Engine Do You Prefer?
Until recently, I used DuckDuckGo for personal web searches and Google for professional research, thinking Google was more thorough and up-to-date. Its automatic AI summaries started driving me up the wall, though, so I've switched over to DDG for almost all my web searches, and only fall back on Google if I can't find what I'm looking for. What search engine(s) do you use and why?
Have You Tried Microsoft's New Text Editor?
This past week, Microsoft released a new vim-like text editor that works in your Windows terminal, and there's a Linux version too. It's available to download and try for free, and it's expected to eventually be built into Windows 11. Have you given it a try? What did you think?
What Do You Use to Remove Duplicate Files?
My old duplicate finder was tedious to use. What do you like? I'm currently running Widows 10 but I would like something that could also run on Linux, if possible.
Which Windows PowerToy Should More People Use?
If you work on Windows a lot and have for a long time, you've probably discovered PowerToys, Microsoft's collection of free tools that will help you be productive and customize your PC experience. From keyboard remapping to mass-renaming of files, there's a lot you can do with PowerToys. Which is your favorite?
Which App Went Downhill the Most?
It's uncommon for an app to stay the same, assuming the developer is still active. Apps are often updated to add new features, refresh the design, and provide support for newer operating systems. But sometimes these updates aren't well received, and a once great app can go downhill. Of all the apps you've ever used, which started out good but ended up bad?
What's an Underrated App for Macs?
While the Mac owner population might be small relative to Windows, there are a lot of developers out there making interesting software for Macs. What's a macOS app that you think more people should know about?
What Is the Best VPN for PC Gaming?
What is the best VPN for PC gaming? A VPN is a service that ensures fast connection speeds, low ping, DDoS protection, and secure access to geo-restricted games for an enhanced gaming experience. Disclaimer: This is shared by one of our readers and does not necessarily reflect the views of How-To Geek.
What's the Easiest Video Editor for Windows?
What's the easiest video editor for Windows right now if you want to create shorts and reels on social media?
What's a Browser Shortcut Everyone Should Know?
Web browsers have evolved to become very powerful over the years, including in the realm of shortcuts. My favorite I've been surprised more people don't know about is that, with a mouse, you can middle-click a link to open it in a new tab. What shortcut do you think everyone here should know?
Do You Still Use RSS Feeds?
RSS (Real Simple Syndication) is one of the oldest tools we have for reading blog posts, news articles, and other articles. Despite its simplicity, it's effectively been replaced by social media and their built-in feeds. Are you still using RSS feeds in 2025? If so, what app do you use?
What's Your Current Duolingo Streak?
Duolingo is the world's most downloaded educational app. It aims to make language learning accessible and fun. Part of the hook is its streak mechanism, which builds each day you complete a lesson. If you use Duolingo, what's your current streak, and what's your record?
What's an App You Deleted and Don't Miss?
Some apps stick around on our phones forever because they are fundamental and always useful, while others we use for a while and then ditch completely. I'm interested in that latter group. Name an app that you once used, but then uninstalled and realized your life was better without it.
Which Linux Calculator App Do You Use?
Making quick calculations is a use for personal computers as old as computers themselves. You can do it using any number of apps, from spreadsheet apps, to command lines, to dedicated apps designed to look like hand-held calculators. Linux of course has a huge supply of free apps in these categories. So which app or interface do you prefer to do your calculations in?
What Are Your Favorite Freeware Windows Apps?
What are your top free apps for Windows? Here are some of mine: Everything: File searching for my PC. So fast, it's mind-blowing. Full wildcard searches, extensions, date, and more. PeaZip: Great zip app and easy operation from the Windows context menu. PDF24: If you're not using this to do all your PDF work, you're missing out. FastStone Image Viewer: Best and fastest image viewer with basic image editing. It's great and I've used it for many years as a graphics designer and photographer.
What's Your Favorite Android Travel App?
If I'm going on a trip, I need my phone. Apps like Google Maps, Yelp, and Airbnb are essential to help me navigate and plan. I also need entertainment, so media services like Spotify are a must-have as well. When you're leaving home for a while, what app can you not go without?
Do You Pay for Premium Smartphone Apps?
Many smartphone apps are free, but some also have a premium version with additional features or no adverts. This can take the form of a one-off payment or an ongoing subscription. Personally, I'm happy to pay to support apps that are genuinely good and I use often. What about you?
Do You Use an Alternative to Facebook?
Lately, FB has increased the number of ads in notifications, as well as seemingly random suggestions of people I might be interested in becoming friends with. I wonder if other people are finding these annoyances–among others–and what they're using for alternatives.
Do You Use Proprietary Software on Your Linux Systems?
Depending on what your philosophy toward licensing is, you may pay more or less attention to whether a given software is proprietary or open source. On Linux, some distros don't come with any proprietary software installed or even available in their default repositories. In my experience, it's difficult to do much of what I need to do while totally avoiding closed-source software. What about you?
What's the Last App You Use Each Day?
Perhaps you send a message, set an alarm, or have a quick social media scroll. Whatever the case, there's probably a specific app that you typically use before heading to bed. What is it?
