How to screen record in Windows 10 or 11Windows 10 and 11 each offer a screen-recording tool that's geared for gameplay, but it can record just about any screen activity. And Windows 11 has another option, too.February 13, 2024 by Lance Whitney in Creativity Software
Windows 11 Notepad - yes, Notepad! - to get AI smarts, Snipping Tool update coming tooThe new Snipping Tool and Notepad upgrades will roll out first to Windows Insiders in the Canary and Dev Channels.February 13, 2024 by Sabrina Ortiz in Artificial Intelligence
Microsoft is not bringing sudo to Windows Server 2025 after allMicrosoft has made it official that they are not planning to bring sudo to Windows Server 2025, but it will find its way to Windows 11.February 12, 2024 by Jack Wallen in Windows
What is a TPM, and why does your PC need one?Windows 11 requires a Trusted Platform Module. Here's why.January 18, 2024 by Ed Bott in Security
Microsoft is making its biggest change to Windows keyboards in decadesHow much does Microsoft believe in Copilot? This new key says it all.January 4, 2024 by Sabrina Ortiz in Artificial Intelligence
Can your Windows 10 PC be saved in 2025? Yes - for free. Here's howAs many as 240 million Windows 10 PCs can't be upgraded to Windows 11. What's a user to do?December 28, 2023 by Steven Vaughan-Nichols in Windows 10
Windows 12 FAQ: Yes, it's coming in 2024 (and more surprising predictions)Microsoft isn't talking, but I've collected rumors, speculation, and wild-ass guesses about the next version of Windows in this FAQ to help you get ready.December 20, 2023 by Ed Bott in Windows
How to replace Windows with Linux Mint on your PCSick of Windows? Want to try something different? Then it's time to try the best Linux desktop: Linux Mint 21.2.December 20, 2023 by Steven Vaughan-Nichols in Linux
This SanDisk flash drive is tiny, cheap, and fastNeed to swap data between systems with USB-A and USB-C ports? Check this out.December 14, 2023 by Adrian Kingsley-Hughes in Storage
Windows 11: Do these six things right away after you finish setupMicrosoft's default settings for Windows 11 are filled with tiny annoyances, including unnecessary taskbar icons and unwanted apps. Here's how to declutter your new setup and maximize your security settings.December 11, 2023 by Ed Bott in Windows 11
My new must-have USB-C accessories for Mac and Windows users can support 8K monitorsSatechi's new premium USB-C accessories feature a sleek aluminum enclosure, tangle-free braided cable, and reinforced neck for optimum durability.December 8, 2023 by Adrian Kingsley-Hughes in Home & Office
Microsoft will offer extended support options for Windows 10 PCs, for a priceWhen the end-of-support deadline rolls around in October 2025, you'll need to pay to keep receiving security updates for your Windows 10 PC. But Microsoft won't say how much those updates will cost.December 5, 2023 by Ed Bott in Windows
This Windows app could turn your Android phone into a webcamCode in the latest version of Microsoft's 'Link to Windows' app suggests that your PC could soon stream your phone's camera.November 30, 2023 by Artie Beaty in Windows
The 12 Windows apps I keep (and the 11 I dump) on every new installA default installation of Windows 11 includes dozens of Microsoft apps. Which ones are worth keeping, and which ones should you uninstall? These are my top picks.November 29, 2023 by Ed Bott in Windows 11
Windows 11 setup: Which user account type should you choose?When you set up a new Windows PC, you have a choice of four types of user accounts, from the old-school local account to the newest, Microsoft Entra ID (fka Azure Active Directory). Here's how to decide.November 23, 2023 by Ed Bott in Enterprise Software