Passkeys in Windows 11 are about to get safer and easier to use
Microsoft has announced that big changes are coming to its passkey experience, including third-party integration and account syncing.
Microsoft Word may delete your files — here’s how to avoid it
A new bug in Microsoft Word is randomly deleting user files, but we know how to work around it.
Windows 11 can now use AI to respond to your text messages
Microsoft's Phone Link app just made answering messages easier with Suggested Replies. Here is everything you need to know about the feature.
It’s official — Microsoft WordPad is dead after 29 years
Microsoft WordPad is officially deprecated, which means it will disappear as soon as you update to 24H2. There is a workaround, though.
Whatever you do, don’t install the Windows 11 September update
The September 11 KB5043145 update is causing PCs to display a blue screen of death and other issues. The tech giant is working on a fix.
Microsoft is finally making Copilot+ laptops useful for AI
Microsoft is rolling out a ton of new features for Copilot+ laptops starting today, including the highly controversial Recall.
Microsoft outlines Recall security: ‘The user is always in control’
When Microsoft's Recall was first announced, it caused quite the uproar. Microsoft addressed a lot of the security concerns in a lengthy blog post.
Microsoft is giving up control of the Copilot key
Microsoft brings helpful features and fixes with the new KB5043186 Windows 11 Insider Preview Build, including the ability to customize the Copilot key.
Launching Windows 11 apps could get up to 50% faster thanks to this new tech
Launching Windows 11 apps can be pretty slow, but Microsoft is making changes that could bring big improvements over time.
A forced Windows update is coming next month
Support for Windows 11 22H2 is ending soon and Microsoft will be automatically initiating an update on eligible machines next month.
Finally, a glimmer of hope for Quick Resume for PC
Quick Resume is one of the most anticipated Xbox features that are yet to come to PC. Will Microsoft find a way to add it to Windows?
I really hope this potential change to Windows updates is true
Windows 11 users will save valuable time when dealing with updates since Microsoft is going to make it easier to apply those updates in the future.
I hope Microsoft adds this potential AI feature to Windows 11
AI is slowly making its way everywhere, and soon, it might be able to make your Windows 11 wallpapers look way cooler.
This optional Windows 11 update is totally worth installing
The latest Windows 11 update, KB5041587, makes Android files sharing easier, improves Windows Narrator, and brings other much-needed improvements.
There’s a scary new way to undo Windows security patches
A security researcher has released a new tool that can unpatch your Windows computer and expose it to old vulnerabilities.
It’s time to say goodbye to the Windows Control Panel
Microsoft has kept its mouth shut for years as the Control Panel has slowly been replaced by the Settings app -- but now its deprecation is official.
Acer Swift Edge 16 review: light but too breezy
The Acer Swift Edge 16 is thin and light with a lovely OLED display. But its poor battery life and flexible lid and chassis set it back among today's best.
Microsoft cracks down on Windows 11 upgrade requirements
The latest Insider Build of Windows 11 has patched the "/product server" workaround that let old CPUs easily bypass the system requirements check.
Windows gaming handhelds just got a huge new feature
The new Compact Mode for Xbox Game Bar comes with a revamped UI that makes it more usable on smaller devices like handheld consoles.
Microsoft backs off on pressuring Windows 10 users to upgrade
Microsoft will do an about-face with putting ads on Windows 10 PCs after persistent negative feedback.
Windows 11 is losing in gaming performance
AMD's new Ryzen 9000 series processors are reportedly offering better gaming performance on Linux compared to Windows.
The next Windows 11 update may seriously slow down your SSD
Microsoft is expected to enable the device encryption feature by default via the upcoming Windows 11 24H2 update.
You definitely want to install these 90 Windows security patches
Microsoft releases a huge number of fixes to combat a jaw-dropping 90 security flaws that include nine critical bugs.
Microsoft is axing this seven-year-old Windows app
According to a banner that's appeared in-app, Paint 3D won't be available in the Microsoft Store starting on November 4 of this year.
PC gamers still prefer Windows 10 over Windows 11
Windows 10 has over 50% market share in the latest Steam hardware and software survey.
How to show hidden files in Windows
If you've hidden certain files away, they aren't lost. Here's how to show hidden files so you can more easily interact with them again.
Dell XPS 13 (2024) review: Great laptop. Wrong chip?
The 2024 Dell XPS 13 maintains the controversial design elements of the XPS 13 Plus, now with better cooling.
This new Windows 11 setting could improve performance and battery life
A new power setting is spotted in the new 26252 build Microsoft recently released giving users a new but hidden power setting enhancement.
Windows 10 end-of-life: Here’s when you’ll be forced to upgrade and what to do
Windows 10 is officially reaching its end of life in 2025. If you haven't upgraded to Windows 11 yet, here's what you need to do to be ready.
How to get Microsoft Office for free
Microsoft Office can be expensive, but it doesn't have to be. Here's how to get Microsoft Office for free, using trials and student discounts.
Microsoft warns of important Windows 11 update deadline
Windows 11 users also have to make a change to continue getting the latest security updates from Microsoft. This is the version you need.
It only took 41 years, but Notepad just got its most important update ever
After 41 years, Microsoft has added two essential features to its storied Notepad app in Windows 11, and you can get them now.
Why I won’t be returning to Windows anytime soon
When asked to choose the one thing that would drag me back to Windows, I struggled to come up with one. And that's because it doesn't exist.
Here’s why Windows 11 is finally inching along
Despite the resistance to upgrade to Windows 11, users are slow opening up to the idea of upgrading to the latest OS from Microsoft as seen in a new report.
Microsoft just recalled the latest Windows 11 update
It looks like the latest non-security Windows Update turned out to be one to avoid. Those who downloaded it reported serious issues with their PCs.
I gave the Windows Media Player another shot. Here’s what surprised me
I wanted to try Windows' Media Player one more time, and I expected it to fall flat. To my surprise, it wasn't all bad.
Everyone’s waiting for Windows 10 to die
Windows computer sales are expected to surge with the end of Windows 10 on the horizon. Sales have already grown, but will they continue to do so?
This small Windows update brings a highly requested change
The Windows 11 Build 26241 for Insiders in the Canary Channel will make moving your files around a lot easier with this new difference.