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The major Windows 10 redesign could finally be announced at June 24 event

The major Windows 10 redesign could finally be announced at June 24 event

After months of rumors, Microsoft is officially set to host an event on June 24 that is all about detailing "what's next for Windows."
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The biggest problems with Windows 10, and how to fix them

The biggest problems with Windows 10, and how to fix them

We’ve gathered the most common Windows 10 problems and collected workarounds or potential solutions. Read on to learn more about how to fix these issues.
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Why Microsoft’s moonshot attempt to support ARM could finally work this time

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.
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Everything Microsoft announced at Build 2021 so far: Windows, Edge, and more

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.
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How to watch Microsoft’s Build 2021 keynote today

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.
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How to make your tablet a better tool for work

How to make your tablet a better tool for work

Owning a tablet is an awesome feat of technology, and if you play your cards right, you can end up using it for work. Here are a few tips on how.
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In a year, we’ll finally be able to say goodbye to Internet Explorer for good

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.
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The next big update to Windows 10 just launched. Here’s how to install it

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.
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This Windows 10 trick gives your PC built-in ransomware protection

This Windows 10 trick gives your PC built-in ransomware protection

If you want to keep your PC protected from ransomware attacks, you might want to turn on this setting option in Windows 10
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Adobe Photoshop now runs natively on Windows on ARM, catching up to Apple’s M1

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.
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How to combine PDF files

How to combine PDF files

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.
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Windows 10X is probably dead, and Microsoft is better off without it

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.
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Microsoft scraps its next-gen Windows 10X OS to focus on Windows 10 in 2021

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.
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With new fonts and icons, Windows 10 will soon finally get a fresh design

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.
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5 ways I get more out of my laptop for work

5 ways I get more out of my laptop for work

My laptop is the key to the way I get work done. Here are five ways I tweak it behind the scenes to ensure I get maximum performance,
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The next major Windows 10 update is about to launch. Here’s how to get it now

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.
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How to maximize your productivity in Windows 10

How to maximize your productivity in Windows 10

There are a lot of great tools built into Windows 10 that can help you maximize your productivity. Here's a look at some of the most useful ones.
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Dell’s new Latitude Detachable outdoes the Surface Pro in more ways than one

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.
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This new Windows 10 feature promises better battery life and less fan noise

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.
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THX Spatial Audio is like a surround sound system for your head

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.
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Microsoft just made your Windows 10 Taskbar a lot more useful

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.
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The Windows 10 app store could get a major update that includes Win32 support

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.
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New Windows 10 update could be causing games to become unplayable

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
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Microsoft Edge’s new Performance Mode could make it a more powerful web browser

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.
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M1 MacBooks can now run Windows 10 up to 30% faster than Intel Macs

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.
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Microsoft just teased an incoming Surface product drop, and says to ‘stay tuned’

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.
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7 things you didn’t know you could do in Windows 10

7 things you didn’t know you could do in Windows 10

Some of the best Windows 10 features might be hidden right under your nose. Here's a look at 7 of those features that you might not know about.
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Microsoft officially announces Build 2021, and the stakes are high

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.
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Windows Update not working for your latest upgrade? Here’s how to fix it

Windows Update not working for your latest upgrade? Here’s how to fix it

Is Windows 10 refusing to update correctly? This problem can crop up during some updates. Here's what to know and how to get your PC updating properly again.
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How to watch DVDs and Blu-rays for free in Windows 10

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.
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Windows 10’s Storage menu makes managing your hard drive a cinch

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.
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How to use Skype

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.
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How to use Windows Sandbox in Windows 10

How to use Windows Sandbox in Windows 10

In this guide, we'll show you how to use the Sandbox feature in Windows 10 Pro and Enterprise to keep your computer safe from sketchy software and apps.
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How to customize File Explorer in Windows 10

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.