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The Windows Security app in Windows 11.

6 security settings I always change on a new Windows PC

These are the Windows 11 security settings I always change as soon as possible.
A Dell laptop connected to a hard drive on a couch.

Outlook typing lag will finally get a fix from Microsoft

Unfortunately, users might have to deal with the bug until next month.
Maelle fighting an enemy in Clair Obscur Expedition 33.

3 Xbox Game Pass games to play this weekend (April 25-27)

Spring is in the air, so let's hunker down inside and play some great games at no extra charge thanks to Xbox Game Pass, including a day-one RPG.
Shot from a Microsoft advert.

Microsoft has revealed one of its recent ads uses gen AI — can you tell?

Microsoft has been experimenting with AI-generated imagery for its adverts -- and we didn't even notice.
Stellar Data Recovery Premium and EaseUS Data Recovery Wizard Pro are open on a PC monitor.

Stellar vs. EaseUS: Which premium data recovery app restores more files?

I compare premium data recovery pricing, features, ease of use, and customer service for Stellar and EaseUS to find out which is best for you.
Microsoft Edge appears on a computer screen with plants and a window in the background.

Microsoft Edge Canary new tab page replaces MSN with Copilot

Microsoft is testing a new tab in the Edge browser to put Copilot front and center.
An LG G5 OLED TV hanging on a wall in a bright living room.

If you have an LG TV, you might have received a major Xbox upgrade

Select web-connected LG smart TVs can now stream Xbox games straight from the internet.
Microsoft Surface Go 3 sitting on table.

Best Surface Laptop and Surface Pro deals: From $447

If you're on the hunt for Surface Laptop and Surface Pro deals because you're a fan of Microsoft's touchscreen devices, you'll find the best offers right here.
The new Start Menu in Windows 11, 22H2

How to get Windows 11 for free

If you already have a legal Windows 10 installation, you can easily upgrade to Windows 11 for free. Here's how to do it.
Copilot+ PC laptop.

Windows 11 is getting a lot of new features, here’s how to check if your PC qualifies

Windows 11 is going to get some fantastic new features, but not all users will get them.
jen taylor cortana interview halo 3

All Halo games in order, by release date and chronologically

The story of the Spartans, Covenant, and Master Chief spans multiple games and genres. If you want to know the whole story, this is the order you need to play.
Lenovo Yoga laptop with Copilot button visible.

Exclusive: Copilot’s native Spanish is a ‘game changer,’ says Microsoft expert

Microsoft's Copilot Voice will soon feature native Spanish voices, allowing for seamless switching between English and Spanish, a more natural AI interaction.
Patrick using an umbrella to parachute.

3 new Xbox Game Pass games to play this weekend (April 18-20)

The second wave of Game Pass games for April kicks off with a bang. The biggest titles are yet to come, but these games are still worth playing this weekend.
Xbox Game Pass Ultimate logo.

Best Xbox Game Pass deals: Upgrade to Game Pass Ultimate for cheap

If you are trying to ease the boredom of being stuck at home, we have an Xbox Game Pass Ultimate deal for you. Upgrade from Core to Ultimate for cheap.
Copilot Vision graphic.

Microsoft’s Copilot Vision AI is now free to use in Edge

Microsoft's Copilot AI can now watch your screen as you browse so you can ask it questions about what you're doing.
A photo shows Stellar Data Recovery Premium and Recuva Professional side-by-side on a PC monitor

Stellar Data Recovery vs. Recuva: Is premium file restoration worth the cost?

I compare Stellar Data Recovery and Recuva Professional to find out if premium file restoration software can beat a budget app.
Angled front view of the Dell XPS 13 with Snapdragon X Elite processor inside.

Leak suggests Snapdragon X Elite 2 will give laptops a serious performance boost

A new leak suggests the next Snapdragon laptop chip from Qualcomm will have boosted clock speeds and impressive performance gains.
Characters walking in minecraft.

Is Minecraft cross-platform?

If you're curious if you can play one of the world's most popular games online with friends on another platform, we've got the answer for you right here.
Outlook.com

Microsoft confirms Classic Outlook typing issue causing CPU spikes

Microsoft warns users that using the Classic Outlook can cause COU spikes.
Acer Swift AI 16 front angled view showing display and keyboard.

Acer Swift AI 16 vs. Microsoft Surface Laptop 7: it’s close, but the same laptop remains at the top

The Microsoft Surface Laptop 7 has been the best 15-inch Windows laptop since it first came out. The Acer Swift AI 16 challenges it with a larger OLED panel.
Microsoft Surface Pro 11 front view in tablet mode.

The Microsoft Surface Pro 11 is almost $400 off — down to $830

The Microsoft Surface Pro 11 is a Copilot+ PC with the Qualcomm Snapdragon X Elite processor and 16GB of RAM. It's on sale from Walmart for just $830.
A robot walks across a grassy field with ruins in the background.

The Talos Principle: Reawakened hits very different in our new AI future

The Talos Principle: Reawakened is a great remake that suffers from the context 2025 brings to a puzzle classic about artificial intelligence
Microsoft Edge on a laptop on a couch.

Why I can’t choose between Chrome and Edge, and why I won’t

There are plenty of browsers to choose from these days. You can choose to use Vivaldi, Firefox, Chrome, Edge, and more. With so many options available, you may wonder what the difference is between all of them. There is always a feature one browser has that another doesn’t. In my experience, no single browser covers […]
The new Surface Laptop 13 on a white table.

Copilot is Microsoft’s cue to redeem Windows and edge past macOS

Copilot offers Microsoft a rare opportunity to redefine Windows, and a capable hardware platform to carry it ahead of the Mac competition.
Claude playing Pokemon on Twitch.

AI can do a lot of things but it can’t make games — or even play them yet

Generative AI models have been playing around with video games lately, and it's a perfect showcase of how far they've come -- and how far they've yet to go.
Stellar Data Recovery Premium 2025 is open on a Windows PC.

Stellar Data Recovery Premium 2025 review: Big upgrade restores lost SSD files

I reviewed Stellar Data Recovery's three subscription plans and a free version to find out which is best and offers the most value.
Microsoft Edge appears on a computer screen with plants and a window in the background.

Microsoft claims Edge browser is now 9% faster after update

Microsoft claims their Edge browser is now faster than before.
A wide shot of Hazel and Shakin Bones in South of Midnight.

3 new Xbox Game Pass games to play this weekend (April 11-13)

As the conversation about game prices hits a boiling-point, the value of Game Pass has never been better. Check out these fantastic games this weekend.
Razer PC Remote Play visual.

Razer lets you stream your PC games on mobile, and you can try it out right now

Razer's new PC Remote Play platform is out of beta and ready to go, letting you stream any PC game to practically any mobile device.
The Surface Pro 11 on a white table in front of a window.

Windows 11’s controversial AI Recall feature is coming to your Copilot+ PC very soon

Microsoft's creepy AI Recall feature that maps your activity on a timeline is going live soon.
Shutdown menu in Windows 11.

Windows 11 and 10 users find new inetpub folder after April update

A mysterious new folder appears after the April Windows 11 update. What does it mean?
OnePlus Pad 2 with keyboard and Stylus.

The 5 best iPad alternatives in 2025

Looking for an alternative to the Apple iPad? These tablets from Microsoft, Samsung, OnePlus, and more are great options.
A person in a spacesuit looks out over and alien landscape in the trailer for The Outer Worlds 2.

The Outer Worlds 2: release window, trailers, gameplay, and more

The Outer Worlds 2 is looking to be bigger, better, and funnier than the original. Let's go over everything we know before we get fired from Spacer's Choice.
Google Drive, iCloud, and OneDrive are open on a PC monitor.

Google Drive, iCloud, or OneDrive: Which cloud storage is most private and secure?

Google, Microsoft, and Apple provide cloud storage solutions integrated into the OS, but which should you trust most with your data and identify?