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This Windows app could turn your Android phone into a webcam
3 days ago by Artie Beaty
The 12 Windows apps I keep (and the 11 I dump) on every new install
November 29, 2023 by Ed Bott
Windows 11 setup: Which user account type should you choose?
November 23, 2023 by Ed Bott
Here's how Microsoft will change Windows to comply with EU laws
November 16, 2023 by Ed Bott
Hoping for a Windows 10 support extension? Microsoft just quietly crushed ...
November 16, 2023 by Ed Bott

Windows 10 PCs will get Copilot AI chatbot after all

In an abrupt change of policy, Microsoft has decided to release a preview of its new AI chatbot for Windows available on PCs running Windows 10.

How to lock down your Microsoft account and guard it from attackers

You can get a Microsoft account for free, but that doesn't begin to describe its value, especially if you use that account for crucial email and cloud storage. Here are seven steps to establish a solid baseline of security and protection.

October 12, 2023 by Ed Bott in Security

How to tighten your security in Microsoft Edge

Edge offers several options to help protect you from malicious websites and other online hazards.

October 12, 2023 by Lance Whitney in Security

How to screen record in Windows 10 or Windows 11

Windows 10 and 11 both 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.

October 10, 2023 by Lance Whitney in Creativity Software

It's official: No more free Windows 10 upgrades

The party's over. After seven years of looking the other way, Microsoft has finally announced that it's closing the loophole that allowed PCs running Windows 7 and Windows 8.x to upgrade for free.

September 30, 2023 by Ed Bott in Windows

The latest Windows 11 update is rolling out now. Here's what's new

Your Windows 11 PC is about to get a new AI Copilot and a bunch of AI-related tweaks to built-in apps, along with some welcome enterprise updates. But be prepared to wait.

September 27, 2023 by Ed Bott in Windows 11

Can Microsoft recover from the collapse of its Surface business?

After nearly a decade of steady growth, revenue from Microsoft's Surface devices plunged in 2023, and next year doesn't look much better. Fasten your seatbelts.

September 22, 2023 by Ed Bott in PCs

This mini PC is a basically a Mac Mini for Windows users

The AS6 by Geekom is a powerful, easy-to-upgrade PC that fits in the palm of your hand.

September 12, 2023 by Adrian Kingsley-Hughes in PCs

Not buying a new iPhone? This flash drive will give your old one a new lease on life

One of the top reasons that people upgrade their iPhones is a lack of storage space. Buy this drive and save hundreds of dollars.

September 12, 2023 by Adrian Kingsley-Hughes in Storage

Why I use multiple operating systems to get my work done

Linux, Windows, MacOS -- or how about all of the above? Most people stick with a single OS for work and personal use but years ago I discovered that the right tool for the right task is the best way to go.

September 6, 2023 by Jack Wallen in Linux

Microsoft is retiring WordPad after almost 30 years on the job

WordPad is no longer being updated and will be removed in a future release of Windows, according to Microsoft.

September 5, 2023 by Lance Whitney in Windows

The best cheap laptops, starting at $350

Buying a new laptop for work, home, or school doesn't mean you have to spend a fortune -- get features like long battery life, a high-resolution display, and more for less with our picks.

September 2, 2023 by Taylor Clemons in Laptops

The best cheap Windows laptops: Top picks under $400

Looking for a Windows laptop but don't want to spend a fortune? The best cheap Windows laptops have decent battery lives, storage options, and more for a lower price.

September 2, 2023 by Adrian Kingsley-Hughes in Laptops

My 7 favorite Microsoft PowerToys: Utilities every Windows PC user should try

Microsoft's collection of free, open-source utilities for Windows is packed with productivity enhancers and annoyance removers that you didn't know you needed.

September 1, 2023 by Ed Bott in Windows

The best computers: Laptops, desktops, PCs and more compared

There's a huge selection of computers to choose from, so we compared Apple, Dell, Microsoft, and more to pick the best computers you can buy.

August 31, 2023 by Allison Murray in PCs

Microsoft officially adds Bing AI chatbot to Google Chrome

Bing Chat and Bing Chat for Enterprise are now accessible to all Chrome users in Windows, MacOS, and Linux.

August 29, 2023 by Lance Whitney in Artificial Intelligence