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Windows 11 is getting a major Mac feature soon

Microsoft's latest Windows 11 developer preview is testing a feature that takes inspiration from a popular MacOS function.
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Windows 11 now stops brute force cyberattacks right in their tracks

Windows 11 now blocks brute force attacks with an Account Lockout Policy. Windows will automatically lock down accounts after 10 failed login attempts.
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Windows 11 is testing a major change to the taskbar

Microsoft's latest Windows 11 Insider Preview Build is looking for developers' opinions on designs for a new search option within the taskbar.
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Windows 11 might pull ahead of Windows 10 in one key way

Computer builder Puget Systems revisited its Windows 10 versus Windows 11 test for computers and found that Windows 11 pulls ahead, with some caveats.
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Windows 11 adoption is booming after months of stagnation

It has been nearly 9 months since Windows 11 officially launched and adoption is slow but a new report might signal a turning point.
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MSI Prestige 14 review: A fast but flawed laptop

The MSI Prestige 14 is a mixed bag, offering class-leading performance and an excellent keyboard but with less than stellar battery life.
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How to turn off PIN on Windows if you don’t need the added security

If you are not very particular about having a security PIN on your PC, then here is a quick guide that can help you turn off PIN on Windows 10 or Windows 11.
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The Ryzen TPM stuttering bug is finally fixed on Windows 11

AMD and its motherboard partners are rolling out BIOS updates that fix Ryzen's TPM stuttering bug, though not all boards have the fix yet.
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How to download Windows 11 22H2 early, and a comprehensive look at everything that’s new

The first featured update to Windows 11 is coming, so here's how you can download Windows 11 Version 22H2, and everything that's new.
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Dell’s new XPS 13 2-in-1 rivals the Surface Pro, minus the headphone jack

Dell has launched a redesigned XPS 13 2-in-1 that takes some inspiration from the Surface Pro line.
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How to move Windows 10 to an SSD

Migrating a Windows installation can be tricky. Thankfully, our guide will show you how to move Windows 10 to an SSD from your dusty old hard drive in no time.
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5 Windows 11 tricks you really should try

If you've recently upgraded to Windows 11 or have been using the OS for a while, here are five of the top tricks and tips you should try.
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The best new Windows apps, according to Microsoft

Microsoft acknowledges its favorite apps in an app store awards featuring many big-name programs.
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Microsoft has new tools to encourage the transition to ARM PCs

At Microsoft Build 2022, Microsoft detailed Project Project Volterra, a new device that shows developers the possibilities of ARM chips on Windows PCs.
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New Live Share feature for Teams is like screen sharing 2.0

Microsoft Teams is getting a new Live Share feature, which is designed to make you interact with Teams apps in fun new ways.
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Windows 11 widgets finally opening to third-party developers

The Widgets feature in Windows 11 is going to get a big boost, backed by developers who now can build third-party widgets for the OS.
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This simple Windows File Explorer trick blew my mind

If you need to rename multiple files in Windows 10 or Windows 11, don't do it one by one. Use this trick instead.
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Microsoft Build 2022: What to expect for Teams, Edge, and Windows

Microsoft's annual developer conference is here and the show is expected to have a ton of news around Windows, Office, Teams, and Microsoft's other products.
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The Windows 11 update rollout has finally ended

It’s been well over six months since Windows 11 launched. Now, it is finally available for everyone to download.
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How to install Windows 11 in a virtual machine

If you can't run Windows 11 on your PC, then you might want to try it on a virtual machine. Here's how to install Windows 11 on a VM.
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Windows 11 could get a mysterious new ‘Designer’ app

A Microsoft leaker has revealed that Microsoft is working on a 'Designer' app, letting you create fancy graphics.
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I uninstalled Windows on my gaming PC, and I don’t want to go back

Windows is the go-to platform for gaming, but support for everyone's favorite penguin has been growing. Is now finally the time for Linux gaming to shine?
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MacBooks are crushing Windows laptops in these 3 key areas

Apple's M1 Macs are well-performing, but that's not all that makes them great. Windows PCs have a lot of catching up to do in these 3 ways.
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Here’s a fix for the new Windows 11 preview update issue

A new Windows 11 preview update has wreaked havoc on many machines, but Microsoft has shared ways to fix the bug while it works on a permanent solution.
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PC gamers are finally starting to upgrade to Windows 11

The latest Steam hardware survey reveals that gamers are starting to adopt Windows 11, despite some apprehension around the new OS at launch.
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Surface Laptop Studio to get this killer MacBook Pro feature

Microsoft’s Surface Laptop Studio is about to get a killer feature from the MacBook Pro in the latest Windows 11 update, helping your battery last even longer.
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You can now buy the experimental & sleek Dell XPS 13 Plus

The Dell XPS 13 Plus features both welcome and controversial design choices. You should know what you're getting yourself into before buying.
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Even Microsoft is running an unsupported Windows 11 PC

In the latest Windows Insider Webcast, Microsoft was spotted running an unsupported Windows 11 PC with an Intel 7th-generation processor.
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5 helpful Windows shortcuts you didn’t know about

If you're looking to save time when working during your busy day, we have a look at five unexpected keyboard shortcuts that you can use.
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The best widgets on Windows 11

A cool feature of Windows 11 is widgets. Here are a couple of the best widgets on Windows 11 can use to boost your productivity in the operating system.
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Beware this fake Windows 11 installer that may harm your PC

Hackers are faking an official Microsoft website and getting unsuspecting Windows users to download fake Windows 11 installers that may harm their PCs.
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Microsoft Defender has one key weakness its rivals don’t

According to a new report from an anti-malware assessment company, Microsoft Defender might have a big weakness that other software does not
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Windows 11 widgets could soon rival those on iOS, Android

Microsoft could be getting ready to add support for third-party widgets in Windows 11, bringing it close to the experience on iOS and Android.
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More PCs are running Windows XP than Windows 11

Adoption of Windows 11 could be a point of embarrassment for Microsoft, as the latest OS trails Windows 7's market share.