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Skip the Wait. Microsoft's 26H2 Update Fixes the Parts You Hate Most About Windows 11
From a movable taskbar to Bing-free search, Windows 11's 26H2 update unlocks the features Microsoft's slow rollout has kept from your PC over the last year.
Microsoft Says Copilot Is a New OS. So…What Happened to Windows?
As Microsoft pushes Copilot beyond a traditional Windows feature, the company's AI strategy is getting bigger—and its vision for Windows is getting murkier.
This Single Free App Replaces the Broken Windows 11 Store
UniGetUI lets you find, install, and manage the Windows apps you actually want to use from one convenient place.
Ready to Put Your Work on 'Autopilot'? Microsoft Readies Its AI Agent for Release
Autopilot, formerly Scout, can work 24/7 as your personal AI agent. It will run on a cloud server rather than locally on a PC, but Microsoft says it built guardrails to make it safe for enterprise use.
Where Did Copilot+ PCs Go? Microsoft Quietly Kills the Name
In a new interview, Microsoft’s head of Surface confirms that its latest products aren't Copilot+ PCs, despite having all the necessary features.
Windows Is About to Change Forever: My Predictions for Microsoft's Big October Event
Two years after launching its exclusive Copilot+ line, Microsoft has a broader AI vision to show off on Oct. 7. Best of all? You might not even need a new PC to use it.
A One-Click Fix for Slow PCs? I Put Microsoft's Free App to the Test
Microsoft says its PC Manager app can make your Windows machine faster, so I decided to find out whether it actually works.
Microsoft: Internet Explorer's IE Mode Won't Be Around Forever
We've heard this before, but Microsoft is issuing another warning to sites that are still reliant on 'IE mode' in the Edge browser: It's probably going away after 2029.
macOS Golden Gate vs. Windows 11: The Results Will Shock Superfans on Both Sides
From Siri AI's massive overhaul to Windows' unmatched gaming dominance, we tested Apple and Microsoft's flagship OSes across 16 critical categories to reveal where each truly reigns supreme.
The Ultimate OS Showdown: Windows vs. macOS vs. Linux vs. ChromeOS
Not sure which desktop operating system is best for you? We help you choose by comparing the top options based on app compatibility, ease of use, hardware availability, interface design, gaming support, and other key factors.
Show Your ID to Unlock Windows? Microsoft's Next Upgrade Gets Terrifyingly Personal
State laws are forcing Microsoft to bake age verification into Windows 11. Here's how your government ID and facial scans could soon gatekeep your PC.
Microsoft Rolls Out Fix for Windows 11 Update That Broke Claude Cowork
In another repeat, a recent update for Windows 11 accidentally introduced a trio of software issues, including sound on USB Audio 1.0 devices and a way to run Linux on Windows.
This Free Tool Unlocks 500+ Hidden Windows 11 Features, and Even Microsoft Execs Are Fans
From custom taskbars to secret productivity tweaks, Windhawk gives you complete control over your PC, no registry hacks required.
Microsoft Is Forcing a Windows 11 Security Feature That Could Slow Down Your PC
An upcoming October Windows update will turn on Memory Integrity by default—improving system security, but potentially tanking performance on older hardware and demanding games.
Microsoft Had a 3-Year Head Start on AI. macOS Golden Gate Just Destroyed It
Microsoft launched desktop Copilot in 2023, but Golden Gate's seamless Siri integration, superior AI search, and practical tools prove Apple was playing the long game.
Microsoft Faces Backlash Over Harry Potter-Themed Ad in Bing Wallpaper App
The wallpaper app, which usually displays neutral travel or animal scenes, appears to be showing a huge ad for the new Harry Potter series coming to HBO Max.
Stop Resizing Windows! This Built-In Windows 11 Trick Will Double Your Productivity
Hovering over the maximize button unlocks Microsoft's best-kept multitasking secret. Here's how to use it—and the hidden shortcuts that make it even faster.
Microsoft Is Forcing Memory Integrity Changes That Could Harm Your FPS
But it's probably worth it for the security boost.
Microsoft Finally Backs Down: The Windows 11 Taskbar Update You've Been Waiting For
Microsoft is at last reversing one of its most hated design choices—and giving users back the control they've been asking for.
Latest Windows 11 Update Can Cause Mouse Cursor to Glitch
Windows 11 KB5120998 can also turn desktop wallpapers black. Plus, another strange bug says Microsoft Defender Antivirus is off even though it's functioning normally.
