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Have an unsupported PC? Windows 11 has a message for you

If you're running Windows 11 on an unsupported PC, then be prepared to see a warning message soon.
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Windows 11’s taskbar may get a handy feature from Windows 10

Some more improvements are on the way for WIndows 11, and one of those is an app overflow area in the taskbar.
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This brave developer got Windows running on a Surface Duo

A developer has installed Windows on a Surface Duo, bringing the operating system to a strange new place.
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How to make Windows 11 look like Windows 10

Windows 11 has brought a host of new features that many people enjoy, but the changes to the Start menu and Taskbar aren't among them.
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What are the requirements to run Windows 11?

If you're thinking of upgrading to Windows 11, then we have a look at everything you need to know about upgrading to the new OS.
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Windows 11 had a big four months. Here’s what’s coming next

It's been four months since Windows 11 was released, and Microsoft is now talking about what's coming up next for the operating system.
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How to enable TPM 2.0 on your PC

If you're planning on installing Windows 11, you'll need to have a PC with TPM 2.0 enabled. Here's how to turn it on.
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How to uninstall Windows 10 and downgrade to Windows 8.1

Windows 10 is a recent Windows operating system, but you might prefer an older version. Here's how to uninstall Windows 10 and downgrade to an earlier version.
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Google now has its own way of making Android phones and Windows more compatible

Later this year, it will be possible to pair your Android phone to your Windows PC and do more cross-device tasks.
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Norton has a crypto miner for PCs that can’t be easily uninstalled

Norton recently launched its new Crypto feature, allowing users to mine Ethereum while their PC is idle, but it’s already drawing ire from regular users.
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Common bloatware to uninstall on your new laptop

Purchased a new laptop recently? Here's how you can reclaim some storage by removing the unnecessary apps known as bloatware.
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Change these 5 settings on your new Windows laptop

Purchased a new laptop? We've got a look at some of the top settings you can change to help make the most out of your new device.
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Beware: The latest BIOS updates might wreck your Dell, Alienware, or Inspiron PC

Dell Latitude 5320 and 5520 laptops, Inspiron 5680 desktop, and the Alienware Aurora R8 owners are reporting a BIOS update that wrecks their PC.
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How to upgrade from Windows 7 to Windows 10

Microsoft once had a free upgrade process to Windows 10, but no longer. However, there are still ways that you can upgrade your Windows 7 PC to Windows 10.
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How to adjust high-DPI scaling in Windows 10

MacOS is better than Windows at taking advantage of high-resolution displays — but Windows 10 is gaining. Here's how to adjust high-DPI scaling in Windows 10.
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How to change your Windows 10 login screen background and desktop wallpaper

Changing the background of your desktop, lock screen, and sign-in screen is now easier than ever in Windows 10. This guide shows you how in a few simple steps.

How to partition a hard drive

If you don't want all your files in one place, but only have a single hard drive to work with, never fear -- you can just partition it! Here's how.
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How to dual boot Windows 10 and Windows 11

If you want to try Windows 11 while still running Windows 10, then you can try out what's known as a Dual Boot. Here's how to do that.
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Windows 11 brings back another highly requested Taskbar feature

Microsoft is bringing back the weather widget initially introduced in Windows 10 to Windows 11, as well as adding a new voice access feature for the OS.
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3 reasons why Microsoft Edge is better than Google Chrome

Microsoft's Edge browser is based on the same engine as Google Chrome, but these three features make the browser the better option.
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Is Windows 11 a success so far? New report reveals how many PCs have upgraded

Following a release in October, Microsoft's latest operating system update, Windows 11, has now been installed on nearly 10% of systems.
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How to install fonts in Windows 11 (and Windows 10)

A new font can be a great way to spice up your PC projects. But you need to install them to use them. Here's how to install fonts in Windows 11
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How to convert HEIC to JPEG on a PC

You might need to convert HEIC to JPG because of the latter being the most common file format. Let's take a look at how to convert HEIC to JPG in Windows.
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Microsoft Edge’s latest feature keeps you even more secure when browsing

A new Super Duper Secure Mode in Microsoft Edge helps improve your security and experience when browsing the web.
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Google Chrome has a secret feature to make it match Windows 11’s new design

The Google Chrome web browser has a special flag that makes the user interface match Windows 11's new look. Here's how to find it.
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Microsoft Edge courts holiday shoppers with price alerts and price history tools

Microsoft wants the Edge browser to be your home for holiday shopping with features like price change alerts and a price history tool.
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Windows 11 hits more devices just as the Windows 10 November 2021 Update deploys

Microsoft is releasing the Windows 10 November 2021 Update, and is also increasing the pace of the Windows 11 free update rollout.
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This Windows 11 bug is preventing basic system applications from running

Microsoft has acknowledged a new Windows 11 issue causing some built-in applications such as the Snipping Tool to not work as expected.
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Not ready for Windows 11? The Windows 10 November 2021 update is coming

For folks who are not yet ready for Windows 11, Microsoft is getting the Windows 10 November 2021 update prepared for release.
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Microsoft seems to be pushing developers away from UWP Windows apps

Microsoft could be getting ready to move on from Windows past by moving developers away from the UWP apps.
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The 5 biggest problems with Windows 11 right now

Windows 11 brings many new features, but there are some big issues with the operating system, too. Here are five of those issues.
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Microsoft recommends you turn on this important Windows 11 security feature

Ransomware is a big issue, but Microsoft thinks it has a solution with its Tamper Protection feature. Here’s what you need to know about what it does.
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How to zoom in on Windows

Need to take a closer look at something on your Windows PC screen? We can show you how. Here's how to zoom in on Windows.
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Updating to Windows 11 might break the Taskbar and Start Menu

There have been a few instances where updating to Windows 11 might end up breaking the Start Menu and Taskbar for some people.