Malicious Chrome and Edge extensions infect at least 3 million people — what to do By Paul Wagenseil published 17 December 20 Avast researchers found 28 malicious Chrome and Edge browser extensions that could steal user data and install malware.
Five things to do with a Windows VPN By Alex McOmie published 12 November 20 vpn In our guide to Windows 10 VPNs, we cover a few of the key benefits of VPNs for Windows users.
How to unblock Netflix on Windows By Michael Graw published 12 November 20 vpn In this guide, we’ll explain how to unblock Netflix on Windows 10 using a VPN and highlight the best VPN for the job.
RIP Windows 10 Control Panel — Microsoft is killing the much-loved feature By Henry T. Casey published 5 November 20 It's the end of the line for Windows 10 Control Panel — here's what to use instead
Xbox Series X just got a big missing app right before launch By Kelly Woo published 2 November 20 Xbox Series X and S and Xbox One are adding the Apple TV app to the streaming apps list
Xbox Series X release date, price, specs, controller and news By Marshall Honorof published 2 November 20 Our Xbox Series X guide includes information about the console's price, specs, controller, pre-order information and more.
Windows 10 PCs are under attack — how to protect yourself now By Paul Wagenseil published 31 October 20 Google revealed a new Windows flaw that's actively being used to attack PCs -- and before Microsoft has managed to fix it.
Windows 10 emergency update: US government just issued warning By Paul Wagenseil published 20 October 20 The Department of Homeland Security issued an alert about two serious Windows 10 security flaws that need to be patched immediately.
New Microsoft Surface Laptop coming this fall — for a shockingly cheap price By Henry T. Casey published 5 October 20 A new report shows that the Microsoft Surface Laptop might get a much more affordable model this fall.
Windows 10 desktop themes can steal your passwords: What to do [updated] By Paul Wagenseil published 8 September 20 Microsoft account passwords can be stolen by customized Windows 10 desktop themes, a security researcher says.
Watch out, Zoom: Microsoft Teams is getting a killer new feature By Kelly Woo published 4 September 20 Microsoft Teams just gained the List app, which will make it a lot easier to collaborate with your coworkers.
Windows 10's antivirus can download malware — Microsoft responds By Paul Wagenseil published 4 September 20 A command-line tool buried in Windows Defender Antivirus can be used to download any file from the internet -- including malware.
Windows 10 update wreaking havoc on these PCs — what to do By Paul Wagenseil published 1 September 20 Upgrades to Windows 10, version 2004 seem to be disabling LTE modems and crashing Lenovo ThinkPads.
Microsoft Word just got a killer feature that puts Google Docs to shame By Henry T. Casey published 25 August 20 The new Transcribe feature might make Microsoft Word worth paying for, but will it convert Google Docs users?
Forget the iPad Pro — Surface Pro 7 with keyboard is just $599 right now By Hilda Scott published 25 August 20 Hurry! Snag the Surface Pro 7 with keyboard bundle for $360 off its normal price. It's one of the best laptop deals of the year.
No, Microsoft is not forcing you to use Windows Defender [updated] By Paul Wagenseil published 21 August 20 Microsoft is not forcing you to use Windows Defender, but a change in the Windows Registry options makes it much harder to go without any kind of antivirus protection permanently.
Microsoft issues emergency Windows patch — install this right now By Paul Wagenseil published 20 August 20 Microsoft pushed out an emergency Windows patch to fix two security flaws in Windows 8.1 and Windows Server 2012 R2.
Microsoft fixes Internet Explorer, Windows flaws following Korean attack By Nicholas Fearn published 12 August 20 Kaspersky disclosed two zero-day flaws actively being exploited in Windows, with the last patch being issued yesterday.
Windows 10 now warns you against installing this software By Alan Martin published 3 August 20 CCleaner is now flagged as 'potentially unwanted software' by Microsoft Defender.
Windows 10X delay just got even worse By Henry T. Casey published 21 July 20 A new report lowers expectations for Windows 10X, citing dual-screen delays and compatibility issues.
Xbox Series X Smart Delivery: Games list and how it works By Henry T. Casey published 12 July 20 Everything you need to know about Xbox Series X Smart Delivery, a feature that's great for gamers and cross-console gaming.
Forget Zoom: Microsoft Teams is actually making video calls fun By Kelly Woo published 9 July 20 Microsoft Teams adds new updates including Together Mode, live reactions, live transcription and more
New Surface Pro X benchmarks reveal faster Snapdragon CPU By Henry T. Casey published 30 June 20 As Apple moves to ARM, we're keeping an eye on future versions of Microsoft's ARM-powered Surface Pro X.
Windows 10 update is slowing down PCs — yup, it's another dumpster fire By Henry T. Casey published 29 June 20 You might want to avoid Windows 10 update KB4559309, which is causing issues for some. Here's how to prevent it from installing automatically.
Epic Windows 10 update fail is rebooting PCs By Richard Priday published 24 June 20 Windows 10's recent updates are forcing unexpected reboots on users' PCs, and while Microsoft is working on the problem, it may not have a fix for everyone affected.
Microsoft Surface Book 3 (15-inch) review By Henry T. Casey published 12 June 20 The Surface Book 3 is a fantastic tablet and laptop hybrid, but its high price doesn't match its performance.
Windows 10 vulnerable to dangerous 'worm' attack — DHS urges you to patch your PC ASAP By Paul Wagenseil published 9 June 20 If you didn't patch your Windows 10 PC against the SMBGhost flaw back in March, better do it now, warns the U.S. Dept. of Homeland Security.
Microsoft Teams takes on Zoom with killer video call upgrade By Kelly Woo published 3 June 20 Microsoft Teams is increasing the number of people viewable on screen during a video call to 49 participants
RIP: Windows 10 May 2020 update just killed these features By Henry T. Casey published 29 May 20 The Windows 10 May 2020 update is adding a lot features, but these are getting the axe.
Microsoft Surface Earbuds already have a big problem By Henry T. Casey published 26 May 20 The $199 Microsoft Surface Earbuds have a heinous hissing audio. What you need to know.
