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Getty Images/nopparit The generative AI boom might have started with the launch of ChatGPT, but the technology has now been integrated into all kinds of productivity platforms designed to make our everyday workflows easier. A fear many people have when they hear about AI use in the workplace is that the technology will replace them. However, the tools I’m talking about here won’t do the work for you — rather, they can increase your work productivity. Also:…

ZDNET’s key takeaways The Eero Outdoor 7 is an exterior Wi-Fi 7 router available for $400. This Eero is built for outdoor environments with an IP66 rating, up to 15,000 square feet of outdoor coverage, and Wi-Fi 7 support. Unlike the Eero Max 7, the Eero Outdoor 7 is dual-band, not tri-band; its Power over Ethernet (PoE) adapter is sold separately. more buying choices The Eero Outdoor 7 is a mesh Wi-Fi router built to…

Save big on this lifetime Microsoft Office Pro 2021 and Windows 11 Pro bundle.  Kerry Wan/ZDNET It doesn’t matter if you’re upgrading to a new laptop or just upgrading your existing system — access to Microsoft Office and Windows is a necessity for getting things done on your computer these days. And right now, you can buy a bundled lifetime license to Microsoft Office Pro 2021 and Windows 11 Pro from Stack Social for $53…

Kerry Wan and Jason Hiner/ZDNET While Google launched the Pixel 9 series during its Made by Google event in August, it’s among the hottest Android phones going into the holiday season. If you’re in the market for a flagship Android, your attention should go straight to the Pixel 9 Pro XL, which is currently selling for $1,099 over the tech giant’s storefront. Also: I upgraded my Pixel 9 Pro to Android 15. Here are my 5…

Kevin Carter/Getty Images Businesses run on the Internet, but enterprises that take security seriously use software-defined wide area networks (SD-WANs) to create virtual private connections. This approach enables them to use their internal network services over the Internet without anyone looking over their virtual shoulders. Now, MetTel, the managed network service, is working with Starlink to deliver its SD-WAN services to government and commercial enterprises globally.  This strategic partnership allows MetTel to offer fully managed…

Sabrina Ortiz/ZDNET The biggest benefit of using an AI chatbot is being able to input and receive conversational queries. Combine that with real-time access to the Internet, and you have a more efficient search engine. That’s exactly what ChatGPT Search is — and now you can make it your default search engine.  With ChatGPT Search, your results look similar to those of the standard ChatGPT chatbot. The major differences are that it includes in-line citations…

Amplify your dev work with this deal on Visual Studio Pro 2022 right now.  StackSocial Having in-house development is a massive advantage for many businesses. And having software on hand to help streamline workflows, amplify productivity, and keep projects on track is a must — especially when you can get it at a discount. Right now, Microsoft Visual Studio Professional 2022 for Windows is on sale for only $28 (reg. $499), saving you 94%. Described…

If you’re shopping for an iPhone, you may be asking yourself a combination (or all) of the following questions: How much storage should I buy? Should I buy an older model for less money? Is the “Pro” model worth it? And should I spring for the iPhone 16? That’s because the iPhone lineup is more convoluted than ever, with Apple now offering a total of 13 models, not counting the refurbished ones, on its website…

Jack Wallen/ZDNET Certain communications I send require extra security, also known as encryption, which most Android email clients cannot deliver. Encryption ensures the emails I send to specific recipients can only be read by those with a matching key to decrypt the contents of the email. You’ll need a third-party app for this level of security on Android. For encryption in email, you’ll require a different email client, as Gmail won’t cut it. I prefer…