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7 Windows 11 apps I install first on every laptop and desktop PC I review
By Alex Wawro last updated
From 7-Zip to Everything, these are the (free!) apps I install first on every Windows laptop and desktop I review because they make me more productive, versatile and comfortable on my PC.

Google Maps is getting a huge upgrade for millions — and it could be a real lifesaver
By Scott Younker last updated
Google Maps may soon introduce a power-saving mode that could keep you traveling longer.

This weird Windows 11 bug makes Task Manager clone itself — and you can’t close it
By Scott Younker last updated
A bug in Windows 11 KB5067036 is causing the Task Manager to copy itself and prevent it from closing.

Microsoft was down — LIVE updates on outage that took down Azure, Xbox, 365 and more
By Scott Younker last updated
Microsoft and several connected software systems are suffering an outage.

Best iPhone apps in 2025
By Tom Pritchard last updated
The Apple App Store is filled to the brim with apps, but which ones are worth downloading? Here are our picks for the best iPhone apps

I love Google Maps, but it sucks for hiking — here's the app I use to avoid getting lost in the woods
By Tom Pritchard published
Google Maps is terrible at offering walking and hiking trails in its app. So I've resorted to using OpenStreet Map to avoid getting lost (and paying money).

Windows 10 just hit end of life — here's how to get a year of security updates for free
By Kaycee Hill published
Microsoft quietly gave Windows 10 users a free year of updates, here's how to claim yours

Microsoft issues urgent Windows 10 warning — and 84% of our readers are impacted
By Jason England last updated
Microsoft just issued a stern warning that over 90% of ransomware attacks target unsupported Windows 10 PCs. But at the same time, 84% of Tom's Guide readers haven't upgraded to Windows 11.
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