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Windows 12 might not be coming this year after all

Microsoft might not be ready to give up the Windows 11 naming sequence even with all its AI advancement.
A USB-C hub hanging out of the Steam Deck.

How to install Windows on a Steam Deck

You can run Windows on a Steam Deck, but the process is a little involved. Here's how to install Windows 11 or 10 on your Steam Deck and fix common erros.

How to use cut, copy, and paste keyboard shortcuts in Windows

In need of some convenient Windows keyboard shortcuts? Cut, copy, paste, and undo -- they're four of the easiest and most helpful commands for any application.
The Surface Pro 9 in laptop mode on a table.

This might be a big year for the Surface after all

There are several Microsoft devices already set to release in 2024 as the post-Panos Panay era begins.
The Dell XPS 14 on a table.

Windows 12 may force a major change for new PCs

Microsoft says computers will need way more memory to be considered an AI PC in Windows 12.
The Samsung Galaxy Book Pro laptop with an open screen.

The 4 best Samsung laptops for work and play in 2024

Samsung has a growing and increasingly impressive stable of laptops. Here, we highlight a handful of the best Samsung laptop options.
A lock surrounded by keys.

How to password protect a folder in Windows and macOS

Everyone has private data on their PC, and one of the best ways to safeguard that is to password protect it. But do you know how to password protect a folder?
Apple MacBook Pro 16 front view showing display and keyboard.

As a recent Mac convert, here’s what has surprised me most

Transitioning from Windows and Android to all-Apple products has required some changes in my computing habits. But so far, those changes have been worth it.
Cyberpunk 2077 being played on the Alienware 32 QD-OLED.

How to enable HDR in Windows 11

HDR and Windows 11 go together much better today than they have in the past, but it can still take some tweaking.
Dell XPS 15 OLED laptop sitting on a small table.

How to take a screenshot on a Windows PC or laptop

Taking screenshots on a PC is easier than you think and is an important computing task to know. Here's how to take a screenshot on a PC in a few quick steps.
Microsoft Copilot creating a PowerPoint presentation for a user.

Copilot’s most exciting Office features will cost $20 a month

Microsoft's new Copilot Pro subscription lets anyone with Microsoft 365 or Office use AI for document summaries, email responses, and data analysis.

How to use the Command Prompt in Windows 10 and 11

The Windows Command Prompt might be old, but it's still a useful tool for tweaking, diagnosing, and exploring your Windows 10 or 11 PC. Here's how to use it.
Windows 11 updates are moving to once a year.

How to remove a Microsoft account from Windows 11

A Microsoft Account is the best way to experience Windows 11, but you can easily remove one after setup if you don't need it.
The Copilot key shown on a white keyboard.

For the first time in 30 years, your keyboard is about to be changed

Microsoft is bringing a major change to the keyboard we've all grown used to, and it's closer than you might think.
Windows 10 running on the Steam Deck.

PC gamers — Windows 7, 8, and 8.1 are officially dead

Microsoft may have ended support for Windows 7, 8, and 8.1 a while ago, but with Steam jumping ship, the operating systems are officially dead for PC gamers.
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The best Windows tablets for 2024

Windows tablets are making a comeback, but not in the way you might think.
Over the shoulder view of a person using a Dell XPS 13 2-in-1 laptop.

How to print to PDF in Windows

The best way to convert a document to a PDF file is to print to it. To print to PDF in Windows, be sure to follow these steps, and you'll be well on your way.
The 14-inch MacBook Pro on a window sill.

After decades of Windows loyalty, I’m switching to Mac

After decades of being a Windows devotee, I've decided to make a transition to all-Apple computing. It's a big step, and here are the reasons why.
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Windows Task Manager: 5 most important things to know

Discover settings you didn't know about, or features you must try, in Windows Task Manager.
Microsoft Surface Laptop Go 3 top down view showing keyboard and touchpad.

The best Windows 11 keyboard shortcuts

If you're looking to save time while multitasking in Windows 11, then we have you covered with our picks for the best Windows 11 keyboard shortcuts.
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Windows 12 could repeat Windows 11’s big mistake

The first details about Windows 12 are coming out, and the rumored OS could repeat a big mistake of Windows 11.
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This new Windows 11 shortcut made using my PC so much easier

One feature that flew under the radar in Windows 11's latest feature update has made using my PC feel so much easier.
Windows 11 and Windows 10 operating system logos are displayed on laptop screens.

Microsoft plans to charge for Windows 10 updates in the future

Microsoft will soon charge to maintain security updates on Windows 10.
Windows 10 desktop showing task view.

Windows 11 may replace a favorite shortcut with more AI

Microsoft wants to make Windows 11 more AI-enabled behind the scenes by killing a beloved shortcut in its developer preview in favor of a Copilot shortcut.
A finger pressing on a fingerprint reader on a laptop.

Windows may have a serious security problem on its hands

Researchers have discovered flaws in biometric sensors on Windows Hello laptops that make them easy to hack.
The back of the OnePlus 11 and OnePlus 10 Pro.

One of my favorite Samsung features is coming to OnePlus phones

With the arrival of Android 14, OnePlus phones will offer seamless connectivity with Windows machines, plus a ton of meaningful cross-device features.
Welcome screen of the Windows App on MacOS.

Windows is just an application now

Microsoft is launching a new Windows App to let you access your Windows PC remotely on a variety of devices.
Edit Widgets screen on a MacBook on a desk.

Will my computer automatically update for daylight saving time?

Check out these solutions you can try if you're having trouble with your Windows or Mac automatically updating for daylight saving time.
Asus ROG Ally with the Windows lock screen.

‘Compact Mode’ can’t fix the Xbox app. Here’s what could

Microsoft revealed a new Compact Mode to enhance the Xbox app on Windows, but the app's problems run much deeper.
Person using Windows 11 laptop on their lap by the window.

A major Windows update just launched. Here’s what’s new

The latest Windows 11 update is here, and it's a big one. With wide access to Copilot, AI in Paint, and changes to Teams, there's a lot to dig into.
A laptop and a camera on a table with a Qualcomm logo on the screen.

Hear me out — Windows on ARM could actually work this time

A few important announcements this week have convinced me that Windows on ARM might finally happen.
Qualcomm representative unveiling a new chipset.

Qualcomm says Oryon chips are faster than Macs’, but we’ve been here before

Qualcomm finally debuted its first Oryon chip for Windows laptops after two years of waiting, but we've been down this road before.
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Windows is holding back the future of handheld gaming

Handheld gaming PCs are getting increasingly popular, and although some rely on Windows 11, that OS isn't the future for this form factor.
Person using Windows 11 laptop on their lap by the window.

Here’s how to combine PDF files the easy way

No matter your operating system, knowing how to combine PDF files is a good skill. We'll teach you the best ways to do so for Windows, macOS, or via the web.