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Windows 11 FAQ: Our upgrade guide and everything else you need to know
What's new in Windows 11? What are its minimum hardware requirements? When will your PC be eligible for the upgrade? We've got the answers to your Windows 11 questions.
Microsoft tells Windows 10 users to prepare for the November 21H2 update
Microsoft is getting ready to roll out to mainstream users its minor Windows 10 21H2 feature update. One of its expected features won't be part of the OS update when it goes live in November.
Microsoft releases first preview of its Windows Subsystem for Android
Microsoft has published developer documentation and released a first test build of the promised Windows Subsystem for Android for Windows 11.
The new MacBook Pro highlights what's gone wrong with Windows laptops
You wanted cheap stuff, now pretty much all you get is cheap stuff.
How to create the perfect Windows 11 virtual machine
Want to try Windows 11 risk-free? Use Hyper-V to create a virtual machine where you can test the new operating system without losing access to your "real" PC. I've got step-by-step instructions here.
Microsoft fixes AMD CPU performance issue with new Windows 11 test build
Microsoft has fixed part of a problem affecting performance of apps on Windows 11 on AMD Ryzen processors and is testing that fix with Insiders in the Beta and Release Preview channels.
Microsoft starts testing 'Update Stack Packages' to help streamline Windows updating process
Microsoft is testing a new way to improve the Windows updating process with Update Stack Packages, available to testers in the Windows 11 Dev Channel starting with today's latest build, 22478.
AMD expands graphics card lineup with new Radeon RX 6600
Solid midrange performance at a decent price.
Microsoft makes Windows Subsystem for Linux for Windows 11 a separate app in the Microsoft Store
Microsoft is taking the first step toward making WSL available as a decoupled app available via the Microsoft Store via a first preview release.
Windows 11 is causing 'reduced performance' for some AMD chips
Warning that some AMD processors may see performance drop by up to 15% when running specific applications.
Windows 11 hands on: Microsoft's biggest minor upgrade ever is all about new hardware
For the first time ever, Microsoft is releasing a Windows upgrade that it doesn't want most of its existing customers to use. But, especially on new hardware, Windows 11 offers some serious usability improvements, along with a handful of annoyances.
YubiKey Bio builds biometric authentication into a security key
The new YubiKey Bio brings a passwordless world one step closer.
Microsoft's Windows 11: How to get it now (or later)
Microsoft's global rollout of Windows 11 is kicking off. Here are a bunch of answers to questions I've been getting from readers about availability, hardware-check loopholes and more.
Microsoft's new non-subscription Office 2021 starts at $150 and arrives October 5
Microsoft will make available to consumers and the education market its Office 2021 non-subscription version of Office for PCs and Macs, starting the same day that the Windows 11 rollout begins.
Windows 11 upgrade: Five questions to ask first
Windows 11 is ready to roll out to the general public. Should you install the upgrade on your Windows 10 devices? Don't even think about it until you've answered these five questions.
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First Look: New Surface PCs include Android-based Duo 2 [in pictures]
All devices, including the Duo 2, will be available starting October 5, the day Microsoft launches Windows 11.
Installing and running Windows 11 on a Mac
It's easy! All you need is the Windows 11 ISO and Parallels Desktop 17.
YubiKey 5C NFC: The world’s first security key to feature dual USB-C and NFC connections
The YubiKey 5C NFC can be used across a broad range of platforms -- iOS, Android, Windows, macOS and Linux -- and on any mobile device, laptop, or desktop computer that supports USB-C ports or NFC.
Apricorn Aegis Secure Key 3NXC
The new Aegis Secure Key 3NXC builds on Apricorn's Secure Key 3z and Aegis Secure Key 3NX, taking the same proven form-factor and physical keypad, and adding something that users have been asking for -- USB-C support.
Lauco 8-in-1 world's smallest 100W USB-C wireless charging hub
Need a USB-C hub that can turn a single port into a multitude of ports? Want the hub to wirelessly charge your gadgets? Want it to be small?
Anker PowerExpand 8-in-1 USB-C hub
If you need a portable USB-C hub with an Ethernet port, this is for you.
Parallels Toolbox 4 for Windows and Mac
New features include Break Time, Unit Convertor, and Enhanced Search.
Dynabook 10th-gen Intel Core processor Portégé X Series laptops
These laptops conform to Microsoft’s Windows 10 Secured-core PC requirements and have been tested to meet or exceed MIL-STD-810G standards.
MSI Creator 17 laptop
The world’s first laptop with a Mini LED display.
MSI GS66 Stealth
A gaming laptop with a premium sandblasted core black chassis.
MSI GE66 Raider
The new 15.6-inch GE66 Raider features the latest CPU and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER graphics and an ultrafast 300Hz display powered by a massive 99.9 Whr battery.
Windows 7 concerns, spear-phishing attacks, a blockchain skills drought and more: Research round-up
All the facts and figures that matter to you and your business from the past month in technology news.
How Microsoft lost its monopoly in web browsers
At the dawn of the Internet age, Microsoft used every trick it knew to dominate the World Wide Web. That strategy worked for a few years, but aggressive antitrust enforcement and equally aggressive competitors crushed the company's onetime dominance. Here's a quarter-century of history that explains just what happened.
How to perform a clean install of Windows 10: Here's a step-by-step checklist
A clean install is the perfect way to get a fresh start with a Windows PC. Use this checklist to make sure you take care of the small details that make a big difference in productivity
Linux survival guide: These 21 applications let you move easily between Linux and Windows
If you need to navigate regularly between Linux and the Windows world, there are many applications that can make your job easier. We spotlight 21 quality applications that will pave the way.
Which Microsoft Surface PC is right for you?
Ed Bott breaks down the six key members of the Surface family to help you decide which features are most important, and which is the best fit for your budget. Read more: https://zd.net/3uYCLt9
The best laptops 2021: Best overall, convertible, rugged, and more
Looking for your next laptop but aren't sure where to start? ZDNet has you covered. We break down the best laptops for various jobs and uses. Read more: https://zd.net/3cX2axf
Do you have a backup plan for your Windows PC or Mac?
Ed Bott shares his four steps for assembling a program to make sure your most valuable data files are protected from disaster. Read more: https://zd.net/3wmUzQe
Which desktop PC alternative is right for you?
Are you thinking of replacing your big old tower PC? Ed Bott suggests maybe you can get everything you want in a smaller package. Read more: https://zd.net/3aeq1qI
ZDNet guides you through the maze of Windows 10 updates
Whether you are responsible for a single Windows 10 PC or thousands of enterprise PCs, your challenges for managing updates are the same. Your goals are to install security updates promptly, manage feature updates intelligently, and prevent unexpected restarts from cutting into productivity.
Securing Windows 10 PCs: What to watch out for
How do you configure Windows 10 PCs to avoid common security problems? There's no software magic bullet, unfortunately, and the tools are different for small businesses and enterprises.
Understanding Microsoft Azure: A business guide
Second only to AWS among cloud providers, Microsoft Azure is an ever-expanding set of cloud-based computing services available to businesses, developers, government agencies, and anyone who wants to build an app or run an enterprise without having to manage hardware.
Microsoft Teams: New features for the upcoming school year
These new features fix remote classroom shortcomings.
Windows 10X: The (unofficial) news about the upcoming rollout
Microsoft has plans for single-screen Windows 10X rollout in spring 2021and for dual-screen in spring 2022.
Arm-based Macs: Smart move for Apple, but unlikely to influence the world of Windows PCs
An influential Apple pundit says Apple’s new Macs are going to usher in a “a new era of PCs.” Ed Bott says, “I don’t think so.” Read more: https://zd.net/2WLlaGz
Microsofts's new KDP tech blocks malware from corrupting the OS memory
New KDP security feature is currently being tested with Windows 10 Insider builds.
Deleted something you badly need? Windows 10 has an incredibly helpful tool for you
Microsoft's new command-line app can help advanced Windows users recover deleted files and photos.
Windows 10 documentation frustration
Looking for technical information about Windows 10? Ed Bott says good luck navigating through Microsoft’s documentation, which is great for developers and IT pros but a big mess for everyone else. Read more: https://zd.net/2YxUt9s
Bug alert: Windows 10 2004 and Windows Server 2004 come with a glitch
Windows 10 users find a new glitch with certain configurations, missed by Microsoft in testing the latest feature update.
Microsoft Defender ATP gets new set of firmware-level tools
Microsoft brings malware scanning to firmware on Windows 10 PCs.
Windows 10 Technical Preview for Enterprise: Key features yet to appear
The technical preview of Windows 10 is heavy on tools for the power desktop user that businesses will want to evaluate, but the most important features will be visible later in the preview cycle.
Microsoft Surface Pro 3 review: Impressive hybrid tablet, but keyboard should be bundled
If you need a Windows 8.1 computer that's flexible enough to be a tablet, a laptop (if you add the optional keyboard) and even (if you add the optional docking station) a desktop PC, then the Surface Pro 3 manages the trade-offs as well as anything on the market.
Acer Iconia W4 review: Affordable 8-inch Atom-based Windows tablet
This affordable 8-inch Atom-based (Bay Trail) Windows 8.1 tablet has a nice IPS screen and delivers all-day battery life under light usage modes. Limited screen size, internal storage and processing power will prevent it from being more than a companion device for mobile professionals though.
Asus Transformer Book T100 review: A netbook in hybrid tablet disguise
The 10.1-inch Transformer Book T100 is a well made and attractively priced hybrid Windows 8.1 tablet. However, its moderate specification and small size make it difficult to recommend as your primary Windows device.
Microsoft Surface Pro 2 review: Better, but too heavy and too expensive
The Haswell-based Surface Pro 2 delivers improved performance and battery life, and its dual-angle kickstand is also welcome. However, the Pro 2's unchanged chassis design feels bulkier and heavier than ever, and it becomes very expensive when fully accessorised.
Nokia Lumia 1020 review: A photographer's smartphone
The Lumia 1020 has a truly impressive 41-megapixel camera and a high-quality 4.5-inch AMOLED screen, but many Windows Phone fans might do better with the 920 and a good dedicated camera.
Lenovo ThinkPad Helix review: high-quality tablet/ultrabook
This excellent Windows 8 tablet/ultrabook hybrid has a well-designed keyboard docking mechanism, typically solid build quality and a specification well suited to mainstream business use. It has a hefty price tag, though, and the lack of SD-based storage expansion is perplexing.
Nokia Lumia 925 review
The Lumia 925 is a slimmer and lighter Windows Phone 8 handset than its 920 predecessor, with a neater and more ergonomic design. It lacks integrated wireless charging but supports LTE and NFC, and has an excellent 4.5in. AMOLED screen.
HP ElitePad 900 review
Although it's well built and delivers decent battery life, the ElitePad 900's combination of a basic Atom-based tablet and a range of optional extras is an expensive way to build a work-ready system.
Panasonic Toughpad FZ-G1 review
The chunky Toughpad FZ-G1 has a high-resolution outdoor-visible screen, is moderately rugged, and delivers decent performance and middling battery life with the standard battery. The biggest drawback, however, is the price.
Lenovo ThinkPad Tablet 2 review
Although it's expensive for a moderate-performing Atom-based Windows 8 tablet, the ThinkPad Tablet 2's design and build quality are excellent, while pen support is a real bonus.
Dell Latitude 10 review
The Atom-based Latitude 10 is short on performance, but delivers excellent battery life — especially with the optional 4-cell battery. Although some aspects of the industrial design and build quality could be better, this is a decent business-class Windows 8 tablet.
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