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Installing Windows 11 on old PCs is incredibly risky. Here’s why
Running Windows 11 on older, incompatible hardware isn’t just limiting—it’s downright problematic.
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Save individual emails locally to your hard drive in the new Outlook
The new Outlook app includes a feature that allows you to save individual emails as local files.
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Sending files from iPhone to Windows just got a lot faster and easier
The Phone Link/Link to Windows system can now send files to iPhones without Bluetooth… if you're a Windows Insider.
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The Windows 11 24H2 update is no longer blocked on these PCs
Microsoft has lifted the safeguard hold on the 24H2 update for certain Windows 11 PCs.
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Microsoft tests compact, native version of Windows Copilot app
Microsoft continues to tweak the Copilot app on Windows, hopefully that means more innovations are due in 2025.
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Microsoft fixes zero-day security flaw in latest Windows update
Microsoft resolved 71 security vulnerabilities in December's Patch Tuesday update, including one that's already being exploited in the wild.
How-To
Make Windows 11 better: How to customize and expand the Start menu
Use tools, settings, and tricks to customize the Windows 11 Start menu to your own requirements. We show you how.
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Windows 11 is testing out quick emoji access in the taskbar
If you frequently input emojis on your Windows 11 PC, things are about to get even easier for you.
How-To
How to permanently save clips in Windows 11's clipboard
We show you how to use the Windows clipboard to save content permanently so that you can paste it again later.
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Windows 11's File Explorer will soon remember your opened tabs
You won't have to worry about losing all those active tabs in File Explorer anymore.
Feature
Windows 11 Home vs. Pro: Which is right for you?
Windows 11 Pro has several outstanding features that are truly useful. But are they enough to warrant an upgrade? Here's what you need to consider.
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Microsoft Recall, tested: I like the AI, but I just can't trust it
I've tested Microsoft Recall's AI search capabilities within Windows for about a week. While it's already saved me several times, I have many concerns about how Recall is implemented and into what world it's being released.
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Outlook breaks on Windows 11 24H2 if you have this plugin installed
If you're running into an issue where Outlook fails to launch, it might be a plugin you have installed. Here's what you can do about it.
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Windows 11 laptops are getting an improved battery indicator
A larger and more colorful battery indicator will make it easier to read battery status.
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Microsoft Edge is faster and more responsive on Windows 11 now
The new WebUI 2.0 framework brings big performance boosts in Edge, especially for older PCs.
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Intel and AMD PCs finally get some Microsoft Copilot+ features
First launched on select Arm-based laptops, two AI-powered Copilot+ features, Recall and Click to Do, are now available for testing on compatible Intel and AMD PCs.
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The classic Sticky Notes app is broken on Windows due to login bug
A strange "account has no mailbox" error message renders the legacy Sticky Notes app inaccessible. Here's why and what you can do.
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Microsoft's Copilot Vision preview watches your browser to offer AI help
Microsoft is launching a preview of Copilot Vision, an AI tool for Microsoft Edge that works as a Copilot in real time.
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Revamped Microsoft Store page experience in Windows 11 is here
The Microsoft Store's new interface and features are out of testing and rolling out to everyone now.
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The Microsoft Store is ready to make updating Windows apps even easier
Up until this change, only apps hosted on Microsoft's servers could be updated in the Microsoft Store app.
How-To
3 free Linux distros that look and feel like Windows
Linux is a good alternative to Windows: It's free, runs stably, and is supplied with updates for a long time. We present three systems that look particularly similar to Windows.
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How to get Microsoft Edge to read web pages and documents out loud to you
The Edge browser has a built-in feature that reads out selected text on demand.
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Samsung is discontinuing its DeX app for Windows PCs
Samsung encourages DeX users on Windows PCs to switch to Microsoft's Phone Link app instead.
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Microsoft doubles down, still won't let older PCs run Windows 11
A new blog post reaffirms the company's requirement for TPM 2.0-compatible hardware as Windows 10 reaches end of life.
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Why you shouldn't share personal data with ChatGPT or other AI chatbots
AI chatbots can be super convivial and even lead you share your personal information. But doing that can be a big mistake. Here's why…
How-To
How to solve RAM problems with Windows memory diagnostics
If your PC restarts unprompted, freezes, or programs crash, this could indicate a RAM problem. We'll show you how to use the memory diagnostics tool to find out whether the RAM really is the problem.
News
A new 'File Search' feature is coming to the Windows 11 taskbar
Microsoft is testing a File Search Companion integration for the Windows 11 taskbar.
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Several new features are coming to Windows 11 24H2 this month
It'll be the last update for Windows 11 this year. Here are some of the changes you can expect.
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Microsoft Photos has a hidden OCR feature that can read text in images
As of now, the feature can only be activated using a Windows Registry tweak.
How-To
Windows 11 demands you use a Microsoft account. Here's how to bypass it
You can also use Windows 11 24H2 in the Home Edition with a local user account without any problems–no additional tools are required. We'll show you how to do this.
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Firefox 133 adds privacy-boosting 'bounce tracking' protection
Mozilla has released Firefox 133. The browser offers even more protection for your privacy. The developers have also closed some security gaps.
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Windows 11 bug prevents Dell PCs from shutting down, but there's a fix
New problems have arisen in Windows 11 24H2. Shutdown cannot be triggered on certain PCs. But there is a solution.
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Windows 11 File Explorer gets smarter tabs and several bug fixes
Folders are no longer forced to be opened as new File Explorer windows.
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Windows 11 24H2 causes USB scanners and printers to stop working
USB devices with scanning functionality are no longer discoverable after updating to Windows 11 24H2.
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This obscure Windows tool securely and utterly deletes hard drive data
Windows offers the command line tool Diskpart, which you can use to reliably delete an entire hard drive, among other things.
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Did you know Windows 11 has an easy tool for recording screencasts?
The built-in Snipping Tool feature doesn't just take screenshots. It can record screencasts, too!
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Ubisoft games are crashing on PCs with the Windows 11 24H2 update
If you have any of these games installed, hold off on installing Windows 11 24H2 until a fix is rolled out.
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Windows 11's contentious Recall AI feature is finally ready to test
Previously available to Windows Insiders on Intel and AMD, you can now try Windows 11's controversial AI recording feature on Qualcomm-powered Copilot+ laptops.
How-To
How to delete what's saved in your Windows PC's clipboard
You can delete the contents of the Windows clipboard at any time. We'll show you the various ways you can do it.
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Windows 11 audio glitch unexpectedly cranks system volume to 100%
Microsoft has confirmed the bug and is working on a fix.
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Windows 10 apps can be updated and uninstalled once again
Microsoft has withdrawn the offending update and resolved the issue for Windows 10 users.
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How to transfer files between your phone and PC with Microsoft Edge
There are several ways to transfer files from your smartphone to your PC. Microsoft Edge, Windows' main browser, is also capable of such an exchange.
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Date and time settings are broken in Windows 11 24H2. Here's a workaround
Not only can't you change time zones, but daylight savings time changes aren't syncing either. Here's what you can do while waiting for a fix.
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Windows 10 gets full-screen ads that say buy a new PC already
Microsoft continues to insist that you move to Windows 11. But it's not even telling you to upgrade your OS anymore. Just buy a Surface Laptop instead.
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Windows 11 gets new 'Companions' feature in taskbar and Start menu
Companions can integrate contacts, files, and calendar events directly into the taskbar and Start menu.
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Windows Recall will be disabled by default on enterprise PCs
Microsoft says it's listening to concerns about privacy and security with its panopticon AI feature.
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Windows will support Meta Quest VR headsets as native displays
Microsoft is adding native support for Quest 3 and Quest 3S headsets to stream Windows 11.
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Latest Windows 11 24H2 update not installing? Here's what you can do
Some users are reportedly unable to install the recent KB5046617 update for Windows 11 24H2. Here's how to solve the problem.
How-To
How to make an old monitor look more colorful
That old monitor you have tucked away in a back room may not seem as colorful as a brand-new one with a higher resolution and quicker refresh rate, but simply correcting the color may be all that's needed to give it new life.
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