Windows 11 is getting this awesome Xbox Series X feature By Tony Polanco last updated 15 March 22 The latest Windows 11 preview build introduces an Xbox Series X feature that will improve PC gaming.
Microsoft is blocking these macros in Office to boost your PC security By Paul Wagenseil last updated 10 March 22 Microsoft will soon make it harder for end users to enable macros in Office files downloaded from the internet, which should have a huge effect on computer security.
Windows 11 users can finally try out Android apps — here's how By Alex Wawro last updated 15 March 22 Windows 11 Android app support finally arrives today — here's how to try it out.
Android 13 on Google Pixel 6 can actually run Windows 11 – here’s how By Tony Polanco last updated 15 March 22 A developer has gotten Windows 11 to run on Android 13. Here's how they did it.
Windows 11 is getting more aggressive about nagging users on unsupported PCs By Tony Polanco last updated 15 March 22 Microsoft will soon add another warning to prevent folks from running Windows 11 on unsupported devices.
Windows 11 is getting new eco-friendly features to help cut your energy bills By Tom Pritchard last updated 15 March 22 Windows 11's latest Insider Build has features designed to help you cut down on your PC's power consumption.
Look out — this Windows 11 installer is really malware By Paul Wagenseil last updated 27 September 22 Watch out for websites offering Windows 11 installations, because they might just be harboring the notorious RedLine information-stealing malware.
Windows 11 leak teases new productivity-boosting features — what to expect By Tony Polanco last updated 15 March 22 A Windows 11 leak hints at a number of new additions to Microsoft's operating system, including Stickers for the desktop, notification enhancements and new eco settings.
How to automatically free up disk space in Windows 11 By Tony Polanco last updated 21 August 22 Here's how to automatically free up disk space in Windows 11.
Windows 11 February update could finally fix long-running SSD problem By Alex Wawro last updated 17 June 22 Microsoft has a Windows 11 patch due out this month that, based on preliminary reporting, finally squashes the storage slowdown issues plaguing some Windows 11 PCs.
Windows updates need up to 8 hours to reliably install, says Microsoft By Tony Polanco last updated 17 June 22 Microsoft says that Windows 10 updates may take as long as 8 hours to reliably install. Here's what you need to know.
Windows 11 TPM requirement is causing headaches for users with AMD CPUs By Tony Polanco last updated 15 March 22 Windows 11 and its TPM 2.0 requirement is causing stuttering and audio issues for some users with AMD CPUs. Here's what you need to know.
Windows 11 first major update incoming — here's what you'll get By Rory Mellon last updated 15 March 22 The first major Windows 11 update is coming in February — here's what's being improved and added.
Windows 11 finally getting more Android app support next month By Tony Polanco last updated 15 March 22 Windows 11 will get Android app support and a number of other updates via a public preview next month — here's everything we know.
How to uninstall a Windows 10 update By Rory Mellon published 26 January 22 If a recently installed Windows 10 update is giving you trouble, follow this guide to uninstall it and revert your device.
How to record a screen on Windows By Rory Mellon published 21 January 22 If you want to know how to record a screen on Windows, here's how to do it — though there's just one catch.
Windows 11 is giving Task Manager a slick new design By Tony Polanco last updated 15 March 22 The latest Windows 11 Insider build introduces a modern redesign to Task Manager, one of Windows' most useful programs.
What graphics card do I have? Here’s how to check your GPU By Tony Polanco last updated 30 July 22 Want to know what graphics card your PC has? We'll show you how to find out.
Windows 11 update finally axes ugly volume UI By Tony Polanco last updated 17 June 22 Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 22533 introduces an updated volume UI and we couldn't be happier.
This Windows 11 update just made it easier to multitask By Tony Polanco last updated 15 March 22 Microsoft is updating the Alt+Tab shortcut. Not only is the update more aesthetically pleasing, it will also make it easier to multitask.
Windows 11 — 3 big changes I want to see in 2022 By Alex Wawro last updated 15 March 22 Windows 11 is a decent operating system, but it's not good enough to merit upgrading from Windows 10 — yet. Here are a few of the changes that would make it a more compelling upgrade in 2022.
This hidden Windows 11 feature can help you find your cursor By Tony Polanco, Dale Fox last updated 15 March 22 If you're tired of losing your mouse cursor, this neat Microsoft PowerToys feature for Windows 11 will come in super handy.
Windows 11 has a slow NVMe SSD problem — here’s how to fix it By Tony Polanco published 17 December 21 Windows 11 is slowing down some devices with NVMe SSDs, but a recently released patch will remedy the issue — here's how.
Microsoft patches dangerous 'zero-day' Windows flaws — what to do now By Paul Wagenseil published 15 December 21 Microsoft patched a flaw that is being used to distribute very dangerous malware, along with 66 other vulnerabilities, in December's Patch Tuesday round of software updates.
How to speed up Windows 11 By Dale Fox last updated 28 August 22 If your Windows 11 PC is running slowly, follow these steps to make it faster.
Windows 11 PCs are getting an upgrade to compete with MacBook Pros By Alex Wawro published 10 December 21 Microsoft is rolling out a new Video Encode feature native to Windows 11 that should make it a more attractive platform for video pros.
Windows 11 Start menu and taskbar upgrades are coming — here's what to expect By Alex Wawro published 2 December 21 The latest Insiders build includes some small but welcome improvements to the Start menu and taskbar, but there's still a lot of work to do to make Windows 11 all it can be.
Zero-day flaw puts all Windows 10 and Windows 11 PCs at risk — what to do By Paul Wagenseil published 24 November 21 A proof-of-concept security exploit that works on all Windows 10 and Windows 11 system is already being tested by hackers, and there's only so much you can do to protect yourself.
Clippy is back in latest Windows 11 update By Tony Polanco last updated 27 January 22 The latest Windows 11 update resurrects Microsoft's infamous office assistant. Unfortunately, 3D emoji for the OS are nowhere in sight.
Windows 11’s rollout is speeding up — here’s how to check if you can upgrade By Tom Pritchard published 17 November 21 Microsoft is speeding up Windows 11 upgrades, so here's how to check your own PC.