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Microsoft changed the free storage allocation for Outlook.com and OneDrive.

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Google is Deleting Inactive Accounts

Google deletes accounts that are inactive for two years -- including Gmail, Drive, Photos, and even YouTube content. I?ll explain what ?inactive? means, how to keep your accounts safe, and why this change could erase important cultural history.

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7 Ways to Increase Internet Speed in Windows

Internet speed: we all want it. Here's how to improve yours.

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Why I Rarely Panic

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