MacOS Sierra: Everything we know
MacOS Sierra: Everything we know
Just as Microsoft set out to bring disparate devices closer together with Windows 10, MacOS will offer hooks into the wider Apple ecosystem. MacOS Sierra will bring Apple Pay, a Universal Clipboard and a system to let your iPhone, iPad and Apple Watch communicate with your computer.
How to manage Chrome OS notifications
How to manage Chrome OS notifications
Notifications in Chrome OS are pretty simple, but managing them isn't always obvious. Luckily it's easy to change things with a few clicks.
The FBI hacked into Firefox, and Mozilla wants to know how
The FBI hacked into Firefox, and Mozilla wants to know how
The FBI used a vulnerability in Firefox's browser code to snoop on an alleged child pornography suspect. But a judge won't tell Mozilla what it was.
Connecting a printer to Windows 10: Tips and troubleshooting
Connecting a printer to Windows 10: Tips and troubleshooting
Setting up a printer is intimidating, especially if you don't know your way around Windows 10. Here's how to do it, and what to do if you encounter trouble.
How to get the most out of Bing Image Search in Microsoft Office
How to get the most out of Bing Image Search in Microsoft Office
Try out Bing Image Search for Microsoft Office to insert online images quickly and accurately.
How to download maps for local, offline use in Windows 10
How to download maps for local, offline use in Windows 10
Getting lost isn't fun. Here's how to download offline maps in Windows 10, for those times when you need navigation and there's no connection to be found.
From Windows to AI, here’s everything Microsoft Announced at Build 2016
From Windows to AI, here’s everything Microsoft Announced at Build 2016
A round up of all the Windows 10, Xbox, Hololens, and artificial intelligence news from Microsoft'ss 2016 BUILD Keynote.
Tired of Evernote? Here’s how to quickly migrate everything over to OneNote
Tired of Evernote? Here’s how to quickly migrate everything over to OneNote
Curious about OneNote, but use Evernote? Well, Microsoft has a tool for migrating content between the two. Here's how it works, and why you should try it.
Look ma, no hands! How to use Google Docs’ new voice dictation
Look ma, no hands! How to use Google Docs’ new voice dictation
Google Docs has a new feature: voice dictation. Here are some handy tips and tricks for hands-free typing.
Spec Comparison: Can the plucky PlayStation VR upset HTC’s Vive?
Spec Comparison: Can the plucky PlayStation VR upset HTC’s Vive?
When you put the HTC Vive and PlayStation VR side by side, it's not hard to see that one headset is defying reality, and the other is following behind.
How to go Dark, and more — 10 Windows tips you probably don’t know
How to go Dark, and more — 10 Windows tips you probably don’t know
Get the most out of Windows 10 with these handy hidden tips and tricks to do more with less effort.
Even the FBI can’t defeat good encryption – here’s why it works
Even the FBI can’t defeat good encryption – here’s why it works
What is encryption, and how does it protect you? Understanding it takes some effort, but reveals a lot about modern digital security.
Here's every trick the Windows Task Manager can pull off
Here's every trick the Windows Task Manager can pull off
The Task Manager and Resource Monitor are crucial tools, whether you want to close a non-responsive app or learn more about your PC. Here's how to use them.
Have something to hide? Here’s how to make it disappear in Windows
Have something to hide? Here’s how to make it disappear in Windows
It's not that tough to render a file or folder invisible in Windows, nor is it difficult to outfit it with a little encryption. Here's how to do so.
Is your Chromebook drowsy? Here's how to make it stay awake
Is your Chromebook drowsy? Here's how to make it stay awake
Chrome OS sleep mode activates all the time -- even when you're in the middle of something. Here's how to stop your Chromebook from feeling so drowsy.
Make Windows text easier to read with these simple adjustments
Make Windows text easier to read with these simple adjustments
Windows is a flexible operating system, but it's not always the easiest on the eyes. Here's how to make window and application text larger if need be.
Spec Showdown: Oculus Rift vs. Samsung Gear VR
Spec Showdown: Oculus Rift vs. Samsung Gear VR
Final specs are out for the Oculus Rift, set to release in 2016, but maybe Samsung's Gear VR piques your interest. Either way, we'll help you decide.
Rock out with your dock out with this guide to laptop docks
Rock out with your dock out with this guide to laptop docks
A laptop dock is an essential accessory if you've ditched your desktop for a more portable PC, but the many options on the market can be confusing.
How to turn an old laptop into a Chromebook
How to turn an old laptop into a Chromebook
ChromeReady is an ideal way of testing out the Chrome OS with the help of an unused computer.
What is MU-MIMO?
What is MU-MIMO?
MU-MIMO is changing the way that your wireless router works - for the better. Here's how to get it.
The Surface Pro 4 is not alone — here’s its best competitors
The Surface Pro 4 is not alone — here’s its best competitors
Want a 2-in-1 device, but don't want to spend a huge chunk of cash on the Surface Pro, or invest in Microsoft's ecosystem? Here are your alternatives.
How to use Windows 10 without giving up your privacy
How to use Windows 10 without giving up your privacy
Windows 10 is great, but it takes some serious liberties when it comes to privacy. Here are a few steps you can take to keep your personal info personal.
The care and feeding of solid state drives
The care and feeding of solid state drives
Make your solid state drive last longer and work better by treating it right.
Is World of Warships making your PC sweat? Here’s how to improve performance
Is World of Warships making your PC sweat? Here’s how to improve performance
World of Warships is a beautiful game of ship-to-ship combat set in World War II. Just a few tweaks can really boost your framerate.
How to watch Microsoft’s October 6th event
How to watch Microsoft’s October 6th event
Microsoft is readying a slew of reveals for its October 6th press event on its new line of Windows 10 devices. Here's how to watch the big announcements.
7 ways your computer can become a part of Halloween
7 ways your computer can become a part of Halloween
Make Halloween better by enlisting computer tech, apps, accessories, games, and more!
The top tools that can encode x265 video
The top tools that can encode x265 video
If you want to encode H.265 video, it's time to explore x265 and other popular tools to get the job done.
How to fix a slow Samsung solid state drive
How to fix a slow Samsung solid state drive
Got a slow Samsung solid state drive? Here's how to find the patches and fixes you need.
How to watch the Oculus Connect 2 keynote and press conference
How to watch the Oculus Connect 2 keynote and press conference
Oculus will be detailing the next steps for its VR September 24 at the Oculus Connect 2 event. Find out how to tune in here if you aren't going!
10 mind-bending Oculus Rift experiences that will take you for a psychedelic ride
10 mind-bending Oculus Rift experiences that will take you for a psychedelic ride
The Oculus Rift headset has many wonderful experiences available for it, but also many that are bizarre. Here are the ten strangest VR games we could find.
Google records every voice search you make, here’s how to view and delete them
Google records every voice search you make, here’s how to view and delete them
Google saves all of your voice searches in order to improve speech recognition. Here's how to view and delete your history.
Common Microsoft Outlook problems — and how to fix them
Common Microsoft Outlook problems — and how to fix them
Is Microsoft Outlook shutting down on you or refusing to respond? Here's how to fix it!
How to share files and folders on Microsoft OneDrive
How to share files and folders on Microsoft OneDrive
OneDrive is Microsoft's first-party cloud storage solution, with deep hooks in Windows and Windows Mobile. Here's how to share files and folders easily.
Learn the Alphabet all over again with our breakdown of Google’s restructuring
Learn the Alphabet all over again with our breakdown of Google’s restructuring
Google's new parent company, Alphabet, has a diverse group of businesses under its command. Here's a quick breakdown of what they are and what each does.