How to downgrade from Windows 11 to Windows 10
If you don't like Windows 11, you can downgrade back to Windows 10, but the method may vary depending on how long ago you upgraded to Windows 11.
How to change your mouse cursor in Windows
The standard Windows mouse cursor only goes so far. If you want your cursor's appearance to be more playful, here's how to change your mouse cursor in Windows.
A beloved Windows app is being axed after 28 years
It is time we say goodbye to Microsoft's trustworthy lightweight document editor WordPad.
A huge barrier just fell for Windows on Arm
Windows on Arm has been the dream for a decade now, and now one of the final, major barriers for support just toppled.
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.
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?
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.
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.
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.
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.
The best Windows tablets for 2024
Windows tablets are making a comeback, but not in the way you might think.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 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.
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.
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.
In the year of AI, is background blur really the best we can do?
2023 has definitively been the year of AI, but with a new generation of hardware promising AI accelerators, what will we actually use them for?
The best Windows apps for 2023
Choosing the right apps can be hard. Here are the best Windows apps, whether you need to stay productive at work or watch your shows.
Microsoft is removing a Windows app that’s almost 30 years old
Microsoft's WordPad rich text editor is now among its deprecated apps, which signals a removal in a future update.
I’m a Windows power user — here are the shortcuts I use the most
Windows 11 provides a plethora of shortcuts that can make your computing more efficient. Here are the ones I use the most.
Ranking all 12 versions of Windows, from worst to best
Microsoft has been making Windows operating systems for almost 40 years, and though they've improved, there have been some wins and duds. We rank them here.
MacBooks may finally catch up to Windows laptops in this one important way
A new patent says that one of the biggest missing features on MacBooks might finally make an appearance.
ChatGPT can now generate working Windows 11 keys for free
A Twitter user has found a clever way to use ChatGPT to create free Windows 11 Pro keys with just a simple prompt -- but there’s a notable catch involved.
Will Windows AI Copilot be the ultimate PC accessibility tool?
Microsoft has announced the Windows Copilot at Build 2023, and it may end up being a valuable accessibility tool.
Is macOS more secure than Windows? This malware report has the answer
The latest malware report from Elastic Security Labs lays out the security situation for macOS, Windows and Linux -- and the results might surprise you.
Windows 11 is finally going to play nice with your iPhone
Phone Link for iOS will be available for Windows 11 starting in mid-May, allowing for iMessage-like support.
Someone just used ChatGPT to generate free Windows keys
ChatGPT can do a lot, and now we can add generating valid Windows keys to the list. It shows what the chatbot is capable of if it is cleverly manipulated.
Homeseek offers a joyful mix of postapocalyptic strategy and role-playing
At PAX East, Homeseek demonstrated that it could be the next great RTS.
The Lord of the Rings: Gollum is unintentionally delightful
The Lord of the Rings: Gollum isn't as polished as I was hoping for ahead of its May release window, but it still finds ways to endear itself to longtime fans.