Articles by Laura Pippig
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.
PlayStation 5 Pro review: The only true alternative to a gaming PC
The PlayStation 5 Pro caused a stir with its high price. Can it be justified?
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.
Steam cracks down on vague and unfulfilled DLCs and Season Passes
DLCs and Season Passes that don't adhere to new guidelines could land developers in trouble.
Stalker 2: Heart of Chornobyl launches today! What you need to know
The long-awaited sequel to S.T.A.L.K.E.R. is finally here, but there are a few things worth knowing before you jump in.
Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 has launch day woes and server problems
Ready to jump into Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024? Here are some things you should pay attention to so as not to miss anything.
Get 3 months of Spotify Premium for free with the Opera One browser
With Opera's newly integrated music player feature comes the opportunity to try three months of Spotify Premium for free.
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.
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.
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.
Valve is releasing a limited-edition white Steam Deck OLED next week
A white version of the Steam Deck OLED is coming soon. If you want one, mark your calendars and act fast because it's going to sell out fast.
How often should you turn off your phone? Here's what the NSA advises
How often should you turn off your phone completely? Security experts have answered this question.
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.
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.
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.
Fractal Design Refine review: A wonderful chair for long gaming sessions
The new Fractal Refine gaming chair impresses in the test, but has little to do with gaming. Read on to find out who might still be interested in the chair.
You're using your USB flash drive wrong. Do this instead
There's more to using a USB flash drive than just plugging it in, at least if you want to get the most out of it.
Epic is giving away Ghostwire: Tokyo (and another game) for Halloween
The Epic Games Store is offering two great games for free for Halloween, and you can keep both of them forever.