Why Microsoft’s moonshot attempt to support ARM could finally work this time
Microsoft is putting the fate of ARM-based chips in the hands of Windows 10 developers, which is critical to the success and catching up to Apple's M1 chip.
Everything Microsoft announced at Build 2021 so far: Windows, Edge, and more
Microsoft kicked off Build by positioning itself as the responsible platform for developers. The company announced updates to Windows, Edge, Teams, and more.
How to watch Microsoft’s Build 2021 keynote today
Microsoft's annual Build Developer Conference is almost here, and you can watch it live. Here's how to watch the opening keynote.
Gamers rejoice! Windows 10 adds features without killing framerates
Windows 10 provides gamers a number of reasons to upgrade, and few not to.
Cortana and Edge take the shine off Microsoft’s excellent OS
Windows 10 invests in new features, but leaves Edge and Cortana short of competitors in functionality.
Hands on: Project Spartan browser
Microsoft’s replacement for Internet Explorer is now available, but it Spartan isn’t as lean, mean and ready to fight as its name suggests.
Watch out, Chrome, there are two new browsers in town!
Two Chrome alternatives, Spartan and Vivaldi, offer killer features competitive with Chrome. We look at the features and benchmark the performance of both.
In a year, we’ll finally be able to say goodbye to Internet Explorer for good
Microsoft is officially putting an end to Internet Explorer. The company announced that IE will no longer be supported on most versions of Windows 10.
The next big update to Windows 10 just launched. Here’s how to install it
Microsoft announced the release of the new Windows 10 May 2021 Update that brings the system up to version 21H1. It's only available to select users.
Adobe Photoshop now runs natively on Windows on ARM, catching up to Apple’s M1
Adobe's Photoshop software now runs natively on Windows 10 PCs like the Surface Pro X that are powered by ARM-based architecture.
Windows 10X is probably dead, and Microsoft is better off without it
In killing off Windows 10X, Microsoft might have just saved itself from a lot of trouble by not having to worry about app support and putting Windows 10 first.
Shoot the messenger: Microsoft reignites emoji gun debate with new pistol icon
Microsoft and Apple are on opposing sides of the gun emoji debate, with the former debuting a pistol icon as part of its Windows 10 Update.
Huawei MateBook X Pro review
The Huawei MateBook X Pro is an impressively thin and light laptop that crams a 14-inch display into a 13-inch body.
Microsoft scraps its next-gen Windows 10X OS to focus on Windows 10 in 2021
Microsoft's lightweight Windows 10X operating system is not coming in 2021, as the company reportedly wants to focus on regular Windows 10,instead.
With new fonts and icons, Windows 10 will soon finally get a fresh design
On the same day that new system icons Windows 10 were spotted Microsoft detailed a new font that it is now planning to roll out.
Acer Aspire 5 (2020) review: Has the budget laptop king been dethroned?
The 2020 Acer Aspire 5 is an old-school budget 15-inch laptop that suffers many compromises that some other recent budget laptops do not.
How to set up speech-to-text in Windows 10
Do you want to start dictating your documents or text with your voice? Windows 10 Speech Recognition lets you voice-operate several tasks or apps on your PC.
The next major Windows 10 update is about to launch. Here’s how to get it now
Microsoft is getting the May 2021 Update, the next major version of Windows 10, ready for release, pushing it out to Release Preview Windows Insiders.
Dell’s new Latitude Detachable outdoes the Surface Pro in more ways than one
Available now starting at $1,550, Dell's latest Windows 10 tablet sports slim bezel and has Intel's 11th-generation processors under the hood.
This new Windows 10 feature promises better battery life and less fan noise
Now in beta testing with Windows Insiders is a Windows 10 feature that promises to make Windows 10 more efficient.
THX Spatial Audio is like a surround sound system for your head
If you watch a lot of movies and TV shows on your Windows 10 desktop or laptop, the THX Spatial Audio app lets you hear surround sound with regular headphones.
Microsoft just made your Windows 10 Taskbar a lot more useful
Windows 10's newest feature is News and Interests. A part of the Taskbar, it is designed to help you take a glance at all the information that matters most.
The Windows 10 app store could get a major update that includes Win32 support
A new Windows 10 app store could deliver major design changes and also solve the app gap problems that developers and Windows users have long complained about.
New Windows 10 update could be causing games to become unplayable
Certain gamers are complaining of stuttering and other bugs that could make certain games unplayable after installing the April Windows 10 update
Microsoft Edge’s new Performance Mode could make it a more powerful web browser
Microsoft Edge is getting a performance boost feature that will optimize the browser for higher-end hardware.
M1 MacBooks can now run Windows 10 up to 30% faster than Intel Macs
Version 16.5 of Parallels now lets Mac users enjoy a seamless Windows 10 on ARM experience on Apple's newest Macs with the M1 silicon.
Microsoft just teased an incoming Surface product drop, and says to ‘stay tuned’
By way of a tweet featuring Panos Panay, Microsoft just teased an upcoming Surface event, and advised people to stay tuned for more information.
Microsoft officially announces Build 2021, and the stakes are high
Microsoft has just confirmed the dates for its all-virtual Build 2021 developer conference as May 25 to 27, according to a report from ZDNet.
How to watch DVDs and Blu-rays for free in Windows 10
Here's how to play discs for free on Windows 10, with the applications, hardware, and conversion tricks you need to to make sure you can play those videos.
Windows 10’s Storage menu makes managing your hard drive a cinch
Windows 10 Storage menu makes managing your hard drive's storage easy. Here's how to quickly find and eliminate programs that are taking too much space.
How to use Skype
Need to learn how to use Skype? With just a few quick steps, you can be voice or video calling friends, colleagues, and family all over the world.
How to enable Microsoft Edge full-screen mode
When Microsoft's Edge browser first rolled out, one complaint was the lack of a full-screen view. That issue has been addressed, with three different methods.
How to use Windows Sandbox in Windows 11
In this guide, we'll show you how to use the Sandbox feature in Windows 11 Pro and Enterprise to keep your computer safe from sketchy software and apps.
How to customize File Explorer in Windows 10
The Windows 10 version of File Explorer has a few new bells and whistles. Here's a handy guide for new users (and Windows veterans) on the new interface.
Microsoft brings muted tabs, quick sharing in new Windows 10 Insider Preview Build
The new Windows 10 Insider Preview Build brings us a way to mute tabs in Microsoft Edge, as well as quickly share content.
How to use your laptop as a monitor
Does your desktop computer need some extra screen space? We can show you how to use your laptop as a monitor if you need a second display: Here's what to do.
How to turn on HDR in Windows 10
Windows 10 has updated its HDR settings and processing. Here's how to enable HDR in Windows 10 and what settings are vital so you can enjoy HDR no matter what.
Microsoft targets Google with new Translator app on Windows 10
Fresh out of beta, the Microsoft Translator app has officially hit the Windows 10 Store, promising to work across all of your devices equipped with the OS.