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How to remove bloatware from Windows 10
Windows is powerful, but it often arrives on your PC as a bloated, crapware-filled mess. Here's how to remove the bloatware and clean it up, without making things worse.
Microsoft enters the final test phase for Windows 10 22H2 before it's ready to rollout
Testers in the Release Preview channel can finally kick the tires of Windows 10 22H2 after little public information. But as of now, it is rolling out to testers in the near-final Release Preview channel.
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I hate Windows 11. How can I make it work more like Windows 10? [Ask ZDNet]
Got a tech question? Ed Bott and ZDNet's squad of editors and experts probably have the answer.
Your Windows 11 taskbar is getting a new 'overflow' section
Windows 11's taskbar will automatically create an overflow tray when the taskbar has too many apps in it.
Microsoft said to be ready to shake up the Windows update schedule. Again
Microsoft already had been muddying the waters around how and when it planned to bring new features to Windows. Now it sounds as if quarterly new feature 'Moments' updates between 'major' Windows client releases could become the newest servicing roadmap.
Microsoft updates Windows 11 Camera, Media Player, and Movies & TV apps
Microsoft is updating various Windows 11 apps for Insider testers in the Dev Channel, plus releasing another new test OS build, 25158.
Microsoft warning: This phishing attack can skip your defenses and has hit 10,000 firms already
Phishing campaigns are using web proxies to perfectly imitate corporate login pages that can help attackers dodge multi-factor authentication.
Microsoft Autopatch arrives to make Windows Patch Tuesday a breeze
Microsoft knows its Autopatch service for Windows will make admins nervous over control, but argues it delivers a better outcome.
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Will using a VPN help protect me from malware or ransomware? [Ask ZDNet]
Got a tech question? Ed Bott and ZDNet's team of editors and experts probably have the answer.
How to improve and enhance the Windows 11 Taskbar
Not happy with the Windows 11 Taskbar? You can change the look, layout, and other elements in Windows and through a third-party utility.
How to replace your Windows 11 Start menu with a third-party app
Don't like the new Start menu in Windows 11? Here's how to replace it with a more user-friendly tool.
June 15: It's the end of the Internet Explorer era
Microsoft is ending support for IE 11 on June 15, as planned. Here's which versions will no longer get security updates and what Microsoft says will happen next.
Windows 11: Microsoft gives Notepad an update it thinks you will enjoy
Microsoft's Windows Notepad app now has improved Arm64 support and more.
Microsoft begins rolling out Windows 11 22H2 to testers in the Release Preview channel
Even though Windows 11 22H2 isn't expected to start rolling out to mainstream users until this fall, Microsoft is encouraging business users to start testing it via the Release Preview channel beginning now.
Microsoft's new 'autopatch' service for Windows PC just took another step forwards
Microsoft aims to make Patch Tuesday just another Tuesday.
Jabra PanaCast 20 review: in pictures
When the pandemic hit and people grabbed the available webcam to work from home, we accepted substandard video calling experiences. Two years later and it's time to up your game with a professional video camera from Jabra.
Satechi USB-C Hybrid Multiport adaptor
Connectivity and storage in a single device.
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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.
Parallels Desktop 16 for Mac
Quite simply, it's the best way to run Windows 10 -- not to mention Linux and Android -- on your Mac. In fact, Parallels Desktop transforms Macs into one of the very best Windows 10 PCs you can buy.
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 to run Android apps on Windows 11
Great news! You can now run some of your favorite Android apps on your Windows 11 PC. We'll walk you through the process in this step-by-step guide. Read more: https://zd.net/36JaaB0
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
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.
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.
What's new in the Windows 10 Dev Channel test build?
Microsoft's latest Dev Channel/Fast Ring Windows 10 test build, No. 20161, adds a number of new features which ultimately may or may not make it into Windows 10 21H1.
Microsoft lifts block, allows all Surface devices to install Windows 10 May 2020 update
Microsoft is no longer putting a hold on certain Surface devices that were blocked from getting the May 2020 Windows 10 Update.
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
Google finds partner to bring Windows apps to Chrome Enterprise
You may be able to easily run your Windows programs on Chromebooks soon.
Windows 10: What is the Windows Feature Experience Pack?
Once you get the May 2020 Windows 10 update, you also get this new pack, which Microsoft officials oddly won't discuss.
Whatever happened to Cortana?
Cortana, Microsoft’s voice-powered personal assistant, was supposed to be Windows 10’s answer to Siri and Alexa. But Cortana’s changed lately. Ed Bott explains what’s new and why Microsoft is making this change. Read more: https://zd.net/3hlXGQS
After Windows 10 upgrade, use this checklist to ensure safety and privacy
You've just upgraded to the most recent version of Windows 10. Before you get back to work, do these seven things to cut annoyances to a bare minimum.
Chromium-based Edge: Microsoft outlines new features
Microsoft is readying several new capabilities for its new Edge browser, including a password monitor and vertical tabs.
Five ways to fix that failed Windows 10 upgrade
Most Windows 10 upgrades and feature updates succeed without incident. But if you're encountering problems, especially with an older PC, use these tools and techniques to figure out what's going wrong.
Windows 10: Get rid of bloatware and other unwanted things in a few clicks
Windows is powerful, but it often arrives on your PC as a bloated, crapware-filled mess. Here's how to remove the bloatware and clean it up, without making things worse with more crapware-filled helper apps.
Who’s afraid of Windows 10 feature updates?
After several buggy releases, Windows 10 users are right to feel some trepidation about each new feature update. Ed Bott explains how long the next update will take and how to avoid problems. Read more: https://zd.net/3c6rONi
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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