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How healthy is your PC? Check with these 8 free apps
PC maintenance is crucial for a long-lasting system, but it doesn't have to be difficult. Use these apps to stay on top of things.
News
Confirmed BitLocker bug prevents changing settings on Windows 11
If you're on an affected system, you'll get an error message when trying to adjust BitLocker settings.
News
Update: Windows 11's free upgrade path isn't going away
While a post on Microsoft's Tech Community blog indicates that the free upgrade path from Windows 10 to 11 is only for a limited time, Microsoft says that's a mistake.
News
Update to Chrome 132 closes several security vulnerabilities
With the new major version Chrome 132, Google is eliminating a number of browser vulnerabilities. Google Lens gets more functions on the desktop.
News
Office 365 will officially lose support on Windows 10 come October
Ho boy, Microsoft. You're really doing your best to drive away customers, aren't you?
News
Microsoft's big Patch Tuesday fixes over twice as many security flaws as usual
Over 150 security vulnerabilities have been addressed across Windows, Office, Edge, and more. Several are actively being exploited in the wild.
Opinion
Windows 12 wasn't mentioned at CES 2025. That's a good thing
With everything on Microsoft's roadmap, spreading too thin with Windows 12 could be disastrous.
News
Microsoft Paint adds AI feature that erases unwanted objects in images
A quick test of the feature shows that results can vary in quality.
News
Here are the improvements coming to Windows 11 in early 2025
Updates for Windows 11 have resumed, with version 24H2 slated to get several new features soon. Users on 23H2 will also benefit.
News
Don't wait 'til October to switch to Windows 11, security expert warns
Support for Windows 10 continues to October, but one expert says you should switch to Windows 11 sooner than later. Here's why.
News
Microsoft wants to run Copilot locally on your PC starting early 2025
Microsoft says it will make Phi Silica, a small language model, available to the Windows runtime in the first quarter of 2025.
How-To
Newbie's guide to Windows BitLocker: Why you need it and how to set it up
Essential security for your Windows PC's files. Here's everything you need to know to get started and thrive.
How-To
12 useful tips for the new Microsoft Outlook
With the new Outlook, you can increase your efficiency both at home and in the office. Discover practical tips for more productive working in this article.
News
Microsoft adds new camera features to Windows 11
You can now change the brightness, contrast, and sharpness of some cameras.
Feature
Microsoft's wins, fails, and WTF moments of 2024
We celebrate the best and worst moments for Microsoft in 2024, together with those moments that made us wonder if we had too much egg nog.
How-To
Goodbye, bloatware! How to clean out Windows 11's cruft
Like its predecessors, Windows 11 comes with a lot of bloatware. This not only takes up memory space, but also impairs the performance of the system. How to get rid of superfluous software.
How-To
Windows includes built-in ransomware protection. Here's how to turn it on
Did you know Windows includes ransomware protection built right in? Microsoft Defender can safeguard your PC, but the feature isn’t automatically enabled. Here's how to do it yourself.
Updated
The best free software for your PC
These are the best free programs that any PC needs: solid security tools, productivity software, and more.
Updated
How to set up your new computer the right way
Set up your new computer the right way by performing these crucial tasks.
Deal
Upgrade your PC to Windows 11 Pro for a killer 52% off
Looking to unlock the more advanced features of Windows Pro? Right now you can do so for far less than usual.
Feature
Rising to the TOPS: How will NPUs and Windows AI grow in 2025?
Two AI experts weigh in on how on-device AI is going to evolve and what we can expect from it in the new year.
How-To
Deep clean your Windows PC: 10 professional tricks and tools
Limited storage space, slow system startup — high time to free your storage drive and Windows from ballast.
News
Windows 11 24H2 breaks audio and Auto HDR, update blocked on affected PCs
Windows 11 24H2 is still breaking stuff, and Microsoft continues to block the update for users who could be affected.
How-To
Annoyed by Windows PC notifications? Here's how to turn them off
Windows notifications can be annoying and relentless. We'll show you how to switch off this feature.
How-To
How to configure a multi-monitor PC setup like a pro
A multi-monitor setup can significantly increase productivity. These Windows tricks will make the experience even better.
News
Microsoft 365 is getting a 'massive' redesign early next year
A new icon and a new name are just the tip of the iceberg. Here's what we know about what's coming.
News
Windows Outlook app is having login troubles, throws up an error code
Users are running into an error message when trying to log in to Outlook. Microsoft has confirmed the problem.
Updated
Microsoft warns against installing Windows 11 on incompatible PCs
Microsoft re-affirms the implications of installing Windows 11 on devices that don't have the proper hardware.
Feature
Choosing the right format for USB flash drives matters. Here's why
Sometimes there is a problem with FAT32, sometimes with NTFS. We explain which file system is best for which application scenario.
Tip
This Windows keyboard shortcut guards your PC from prying eyes
Keep snoops out of your business with this quick set of taps on your keyboard.
How-To
9 tweaks that turn off your Windows PC's most annoying ads
Tired of Microsoft pushing ads throughout Windows 11? Here are the settings you can tweak to turn them off and reclaim some privacy.
News
Classic Outlook gets an official 'death date' as users are urged to switch
Microsoft wants everyone off classic Outlook by April 2026, but will continue to support it until at least 2029.
Opinion
Installing Windows 11 on old PCs is incredibly risky. Here’s why
Running Windows 11 on older, incompatible hardware isn’t just limiting—it’s downright problematic.
Tip
Save individual emails locally to your hard drive in the new Outlook
The new Outlook app includes a feature that allows you to save individual emails as local files.
News
Sending files from iPhone to Windows just got a lot faster and easier
The Phone Link/Link to Windows system can now send files to iPhones without Bluetooth… if you're a Windows Insider.
News
The Windows 11 24H2 update is no longer blocked on these PCs
Microsoft has lifted the safeguard hold on the 24H2 update for certain Windows 11 PCs.
News
Microsoft tests compact, native version of Windows Copilot app
Microsoft continues to tweak the Copilot app on Windows, hopefully that means more innovations are due in 2025.
News
Microsoft fixes zero-day security flaw in latest Windows update
Microsoft resolved 71 security vulnerabilities in December's Patch Tuesday update, including one that's already being exploited in the wild.
How-To
Make Windows 11 better: How to customize and expand the Start menu
Use tools, settings, and tricks to customize the Windows 11 Start menu to your own requirements. We show you how.
News
Windows 11 is testing out quick emoji access in the taskbar
If you frequently input emojis on your Windows 11 PC, things are about to get even easier for you.
How-To
How to permanently save clips in Windows 11's clipboard
We show you how to use the Windows clipboard to save content permanently so that you can paste it again later.
News
Windows 11's File Explorer will soon remember your opened tabs
You won't have to worry about losing all those active tabs in File Explorer anymore.
Feature
Windows 11 Home vs. Pro: Which is right for you?
Windows 11 Pro has several outstanding features that are truly useful. But are they enough to warrant an upgrade? Here's what you need to consider.
Updated
Microsoft Recall, tested: I like the AI, but I just can't trust it
I've tested Microsoft Recall's AI search capabilities within Windows for about a week. While it's already saved me several times, I have many concerns about how Recall is implemented and into what world it's being released.
News
Outlook breaks on Windows 11 24H2 if you have this plugin installed
If you're running into an issue where Outlook fails to launch, it might be a plugin you have installed. Here's what you can do about it.
News
Windows 11 laptops are getting an improved battery indicator
A larger and more colorful battery indicator will make it easier to read battery status.
News
Microsoft Edge is faster and more responsive on Windows 11 now
The new WebUI 2.0 framework brings big performance boosts in Edge, especially for older PCs.
News
Intel and AMD PCs finally get some Microsoft Copilot+ features
First launched on select Arm-based laptops, two AI-powered Copilot+ features, Recall and Click to Do, are now available for testing on compatible Intel and AMD PCs.
News
The classic Sticky Notes app is broken on Windows due to login bug
A strange "account has no mailbox" error message renders the legacy Sticky Notes app inaccessible. Here's why and what you can do.
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