Upgrading to Windows 11 might take a little tinkering if Windows Update says your desktop or laptop doesn't meet the requirements. While many Windows 11 holdouts are now finally making the switch, a ...

This year my laptop turns six–a relatively young age in the grand scheme of things. Sure, it’s gotten slower and the battery life has taken a hit, but since I don’t use it for advanced video editing ...

Windows 10 has been one of the best and most stable versions of the operating system from Microsoft, and it is no wonder that many users have waited to update to the new Windows 11. Despite its ...

Upgrade now As support for Windows 10 comes to an end, you can now upgrade to Windows 11 version 25H2 through Windows Update or using the Installation Assistant.

With Windows 10 no longer being supported, check out these 5 alternatives for safe computing. (Image: Zorin) Windows 10 is no longer Microsoft’s headache. Your PC running Windows 10 will continue to ...

Tired of Defender slowing things down? Here’s how to fix Microsoft Defender high CPU usage issues while keeping your PC safe and responsive.

Microsoft just reminded us that Windows 11 23H2 is about to lose support The last security update for 23H2 will be provided in November After that, you won't get any further security patches, so you ...

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Microsoft is tightening the screws on Windows 11's setup process, and if you've been dodging the Microsoft account requirement with sneaky tricks, your days of rebellion might be numbered. In the ...

Microsoft is set to officially retire Windows 10 on Oct. 14, ending the operating system's security and feature updates. Though that's sad news for the hundreds of millions of Windows 10 users out ...

Windows File Explorer previews can expose NTLM password hashes, putting your security at risk. Here’s what you should know to stay protected.

Windows 10 is still hugely popular a decade on. Windows 10 is still hugely popular a decade on. is a senior editor and author of Notepad, who has been covering all things Microsoft, PC, and tech for ...