Which version of Windows do I have? Here's how to find out By Tony Polanco published 22 April 22 Which version of Windows do I have? We show you how to find out which version your PC is running.
Alert: Fake Windows 11 download page installs malware on your PC By Tony Polanco published 19 April 22 A fake Windows 11 download page is infecting PCs with malware. Here's what you need to know and how you can avoid it.
Windows 11 is getting an upgrade that will save you a ton of time By Tony Polanco published 12 April 22 Microsoft is taking steps to better integrate its OneDrive cloud storage with Windows 11’s File Explorer. Here's how it can make your work life easier.
Microsoft won't let you change Windows 11 taskbar location — here's why By Tony Polanco published 11 April 22 If you were looking forward to an update that lets you move the taskbar in Windows 11, then we have some bad news for you.
Windows 11 is getting a big security upgrade — may require OS reinstall By Alex Wawro published 7 April 22 Smart App Control will require a reset for most of us to use it
Why I'm excited for Windows 365 integration on Windows 11 By Tony Polanco published 6 April 22 Microsoft announced that it will integrate its Windows 365 cloud computing platform with Windows 11 – here's why that's important.
Windows 11 is getting a huge upgrade to make your life easier By Alex Wawro published 5 April 22 The Windows 11 File Explorer is getting some welcome improvements, including tabs, favorites and a homepage.
Windows 11 adoption just hit a wall — here's why By Tony Polanco published 4 April 22 Windows 11 initially enjoyed a high adoption rate but it seems excitement for Microsoft's latest operating system has tapered off, according to new figures.
Microsoft just fixed the worst thing about Windows 11 By Rory Mellon published 31 March 22 Switching your default browser on Windows 11 has finally been made much easier — here's how.
Windows 11 update is poised to shame users for not having the right hardware By Alex Wawro published 21 March 22 Windows 11 system requirements not onerous enough? Soon the software may nag you about them with a watermark on your desktop.
Microsoft is testing ads in Windows 11 — and that's not good By Tom Pritchard published 15 March 22 Microsoft could be adding ads to Windows 11’s File Explorer — but who asked for this?
Windows games will load faster thanks to DirectStorage By Tony Polanco published 15 March 22 Microsoft is making its DirectStorage API available to developers, bringing Xbox Series X's fast game loading to Windows.
Windows 11 File Explorer tabs is the upgrade we've been waiting for By Rory Mellon published 11 March 22 The latest Windows 11 preview build includes a highly-requested upgrade to make File Explorer easier to navigate.
Hate Windows 11's Bluetooth interface? It's about to get better By Tony Polanco published 2 March 22 The latest Windows 11 preview build features improved Bluetooth management — here's how it works.
The ThinkPad X13s could be the first ARM laptop worth buying — here's why By Tony Polanco published 1 March 22 ARM laptops have historically left much to be desired but that may change with the Snapdragon 8cx Gen 3-powered Lenovo ThinkPad X13s — here's why.
Windows 11 update causing Start menu problems — what you need to know By Alex Wawro published 1 March 22 Windows 11 users are experiencing some technical issues in the wake of a recent update, but one big Start menu "bug" may be a design change.
Beware: Windows 11 data wipe can leave personal info on disk [updated] By Alex Wawro published 25 February 22 Windows' data-wiping tool apparently doesn't work as advertised, and often leaves behind personal data after wiping a system and reinstalling Windows.
Download NordVPN: how to install on Windows, Mac, iOS and Android By Mo Harber-Lamond published 21 February 22 vpn If you're wondering how to download NordVPN and install it on your devices, you've come to the right place. Here's our complete guide.
Windows 11 will soon force everyone to have a Microsoft account By Alex Wawro published 18 February 22 An upcoming Windows 11 update will eliminate the loophole that allowed Windows 11 Pro users to install the operating system without logging into a Microsoft account.
Windows 11 is getting this awesome Xbox Series X feature By Tony Polanco published 18 February 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 published 16 February 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 published 16 February 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 published 15 February 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 published 14 February 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 published 10 February 22 Windows 11's latest Insider Build has features designed to help you cut down on your PC's power consumption.
Windows 11 leak teases new productivity-boosting features — what to expect By Tony Polanco published 7 February 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.
Windows 11 February update could finally fix long-running SSD problem By Alex Wawro published 2 February 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 published 31 January 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 published 27 January 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 published 27 January 22 The first major Windows 11 update is coming in February — here's what's being improved and added.