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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.
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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Microsoft has withdrawn the offending update and resolved the issue for Windows 10 users.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.
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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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Windows Search is getting AI features powered by your NPU, no Internet needed
Microsoft says Windows 11 will get its search pumped up by local AI, including the ability to search for objects and text within images.
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Windows 11 update improves Snap Layouts usability, adds new features
Organizing all your app windows just became a tad easier for Windows 11 users.
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How to synchronize Windows 11's clipboard across all your PCs
Did you know that you can synchronize the contents of the clipboard between several Windows PCs? If not, we'll show you how to do it.
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ChatGPT's Windows desktop app is now available to free users, too
Previously for paid subscribers only, free users can now download and use the app from the Microsoft Store.
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Windows 11 update bug falsely warns of end of support, confusing users
The latest update for Windows 11 23H2 is causing confusion over end of support for that version of the operating system.
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Microsoft has closed the Windows 10 Beta Channel permanently
If you want new features, you're going to have to upgrade to Windows 11.
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Arm-based Windows 11 PCs now have an official ISO for clean installs
New Snapdragon laptops can now do clean installs of Windows 11, but your idea of "clean" may differ from what you get. Thanks, Microsoft.
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Microsoft halts new Windows 11 features until 2025
You can take a little break from keeping track of all the new Windows features.
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A helpful Windows 11 Start menu feature is now in Windows 10
Microsoft's small but noteworthy change to the Windows 10 Start menu has its ups and downs.
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Why is the first Windows drive always called C:? Here's the answer
On your Windows PC, the drive designations start with C. Where are A and B? The answer can be found in the history of Windows.
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How to have Microsoft Copilot recap a Teams meeting when you’re late
With Copilot you can get up to speed quickly when you're running late for a Microsoft Teams meeting.
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Microsoft fixes dozens of security flaws in Windows and Office
Close to a hundred issues have been addressed in November's Patch Tuesday, including six zero-day vulnerabilities in Windows.
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This Windows 11 File Explorer short-cut is so simple but useful
It's as simple as can be, but many long-time users of Windows File Explorer don't know this simple shortcut that can be a real game changer for locating files.
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Windows 11's taskbar might soon start making 'recommendations'
The taskbar might soon become a little more crowded with recommendations for apps, sites, layouts, and more.
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Windows 11 might be getting quick emoji access in the taskbar soon
If you frequently input emojis on your Windows 11 PC, things are about to get even easier for you.
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Microsoft is officially killing Windows Mail and Calendar by year's end
If you're still using either of these apps, you'll need to switch to the new Outlook or find alternatives soon.
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Windows includes built-in ransomware protection. Here's how to turn it on
Did you know Windows includes ransomware protection built right in? Microsoft Defender can safeguard your PC, but the feature isn’t automatically enabled. Here's how to do it yourself.
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How to create or convert images to PNG format
Read how you can create a PNG file or convert an image to PNG using simple Windows tools.
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Users beg for Windows 11 to keep its ability to run Android apps
Android apps are going to stop working on Windows 11 come March 5, 2025, and users aren't happy about that.
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How (and why) to roll back Windows updates on your PC
If Windows updates are causing problems or the system is not updating properly, then resetting the last update can sometimes help. We show you how to do this.
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Windows 11 24H2 breaks popular Alt + Tab shortcut. Here's what you can do
One of the most popular Windows keyboard shortcuts is causing a black screen for users after updating.
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New AI experiences make their way into Windows 11's Paint, Notepad
Microsoft has begun testing Generative Fill and Erase within Windows 11 Paint, and AI text editing within Notepad.
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Windows on Arm update could open the door to more gaming
Microsoft is testing a new Windows 11 update for Arm that should allow more apps to run on Arm processors. What apps could those be? Gaming is a good guess.
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Windows Terminal now supports AI chatbots like ChatGPT, GitHub Copilot
You can now get AI assistance in the latest nightly version of Windows Terminal.
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This free tool 'purifies' Windows 11 and skips Microsoft account logins
Normally, you need a Microsoft account to use Windows 11. You can bypass that — and more — with a freely available script utility.
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How to make Windows search use Google instead of Bing
Windows searches uses Bing by default. However, you can use the MS Edge Redirect tool to switch the search to Google or other search engines.
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Outlook will crash if you open too many emails at once. Here's why
Is your Outlook app crashing when you open too many emails at once? Microsoft offers a workaround.
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Office apps crash on Windows 11 24H2 PCs with CrowdStrike antivirus
Office apps like Word and Excel are crashing on Windows 11 24H2 systems managed by CrowdStrike antivirus software.
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'Windows Intelligence': Microsoft might be rebranding its Windows AI tools
The revelation comes just months after Microsoft's competitor Apple unveiled its own AI strategy named Apple Intelligence.
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How to move files using Windows Explorer's file paths
Microsoft's latest function makes it easier to copy and move files using drag and drop in the breadcrumb navigation. We'll show you how to use it.
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