Upgrade older PCs to Windows 11 at your own risk, says Microsoft By Rory Mellon published 23 September 21 It's possible to install Windows 11 on older PCs but Microsoft doesn't recommend doing so — here's why
Windows 11 requirements — Microsoft’s Health Check App just returned By Tom Pritchard last updated 22 September 21 You can now find out why your PC can, or can't, upgrade to Windows 11 when the time comes.
Windows 11 Photos app update — these are the 3 biggest changes By Philip Michaels last updated 21 September 21 Photos in Windows 11 is getting some changes, including an interface update. We detail the biggest changes to expect.
Windows 11 TPM requirements — Microsoft finally clears up confusion By Tom Pritchard last updated 21 September 21 You may have a TPM and not even know it, so Microsoft is trying to clear up all the confusion.
Windows 11 TPM 2.0 requirement suddenly leaves virtual machines users locked out By Tom Pritchard published 17 September 21 Windows 11's TPM requirement is now starting to leave virtual machine users out in the cold.
Windows 11: How to stream your Xbox Game Pass games using xCloud By Alex Wawro published 17 September 21 A step-by-step guide to streaming your Xbox Game Pass games to Windows 11.
Microsoft Office 2021 confirmed to release same day as Windows 11 By Alex Wawro published 16 September 21 Microsoft will release a new standalone version of Office the same day as Windows 11, with the same revamped look and feel.
Microsoft just enabled password-free logins for all users — how to set it up By Paul Wagenseil last updated 22 September 21 Microsoft now lets all account holders sign in without a password. Here's how it works and how to set it up.
How to change the refresh rate on your monitor By Millie Davis-Williams published 16 September 21 If you don’t know how to change the refresh rate on your monitor, you’re missing out on both better performance while gaming and a longer lasting battery life for your machine.
This Windows exploit can hijack your PC and there's no fix yet — what to do now [updated] By Paul Wagenseil last updated 14 September 21 A new attack on Windows leverages an old web-rendering format to take over PCs, even those running Windows 11. There's no fix from Microsoft yet, but you can still minimize your risk.
Windows 11 could be way faster than Windows 10 — here's how By Richard Priday last updated 14 September 21 Microsoft revealed some of the key optimizations for Windows 11 that will make things work faster and smoother.
How to turn on Windows 10 Dark Mode automatically By Robert Irvine last updated 14 September 21 Discover how to turn on dark mode automatically in Windows 10, at your preferred time of day or night.
Microsoft booting Windows 11 beta users if they don’t meet requirements By Alex Wawro last updated 3 September 21 Microsoft appears to be kicking out Windows 11 beta users and telling them to go back to Windows 10 if their PCs don't meet certain requirements.
Microsoft September event: Surface Pro 8, Surface Duo 2 and more By Alex Wawro last updated 2 September 21 Microsoft has booked a September 22 event to showcase what's next for Windows 11 and Surface devices.
How to enable Enhanced Search Mode in Windows 10 By Robert Irvine last updated 14 September 21 Make your Windows 10 searches more comprehensive and accurate by enabling Enhanced search mode. Here's how to use the feature.
How to find your Windows 10 product key By Kenneth Seward Jr. last updated 1 September 21 Learn how to find your Windows 10 product key when you need to reinstall or upgrade the operating system.
Does Windows 11 require TPM 2.0? We have good news and bad news By Alex Wawro last updated 1 September 21 No TPM 2.0 chip? No problem! You can still install Windows 11; Microsoft just won't support it.
How to watch Star Wars in ASCII on Windows 10 By Robert Irvine last updated 1 September 21 Here's how to watch Star Wars: Episode IV in ASCII on your Windows 10 PC, using an old-school Telnet trick.
How to create a Kill Switch in Windows 10 By Robert Irvine last updated 14 September 21 Discover how to create a 'kill switch' in Windows, so you can cut your internet connection instantly when something goes wrong.
How to change Command Prompt color in Windows 10 By Alex Wawro last updated 1 September 21 You can do a lot to change up the look of your Windows Command Prompt — here's how.
Not just Razer: SteelSeries mice, keyboards hijack Windows 10 too — what you can do By Paul Wagenseil last updated 25 August 21 Like Razer gaming gear, SteelSeries keyboards, mice and headsets can let unauthorized users get full system control during the installation process.
How to keep your PC awake without touching it By Robert Irvine last updated 6 September 21 Need to stop your PC and monitor going to sleep? Here's how to keep your computer awake without touching it, using Microsoft PowerToys.
Razer mice could let strangers take over your Windows 10 PC By Marshall Honorof last updated 23 August 21 A malefactor with a Razer mouse could compromise your Windows 10 PC — but only if they can be there in-person.
Apple now has a Windows password manager, and this is how it works By Paul Wagenseil published 19 August 21 Apple has quietly released a password manager for Windows, but it's not for anyone who doesn't often use a Mac or an iPhone.
How to download Snip & Sketch By Nicole Ortiz, Alan Martin published 17 August 21 Snip & Sketch is a brilliant free tool for capturing screenshots. Here’s how to download it for Windows, with some alternatives for Android, iOS and macOS.
How to batch rename multiple files in Windows 10 By James Archer last updated 12 April 22 Save time and effort with our guide on how to batch rename multiple files in one go in Windows 10.
How to use System Restore in Windows 10 By Robert Irvine last updated 12 April 22 System Restore helps you fix problems with your PC by restoring it to a full working state. Here's how to use the feature.
You can now run Windows 11 on a Mac — here's how By James Archer published 10 August 21 Windows 11 on Mac is now possible with Parallels Desktop 17, which can run Microsoft's new OS on both Intel and M1 Macs.
How to check Windows 11 compatibility if PC Health Check doesn’t work By James Archer published 10 August 21 Microsoft’s PC Health Check tool isn’t the only way to find out if your system meets the Windows 11 compatibility requirements. Here’s how to use WhyNotWin11.
How to share a printer in Windows 10 By James Archer last updated 13 August 21 Here’s how to share a printer in Windows 10, so anyone else who shares your network can print directly from it too.
