It’s a tale as old as time for PC users: you unbox your brand-new Windows laptop, excited by the promise of blazing-fast ...

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On Windows 10, checking your computer's hardware and system specifications can be useful for many tasks. Whether you're verifying compatibility for an app, preparing to upgrade to a new Windows ...

Every Windows PC usually starts from the built-in hard drive, as the term “Windows PC” implies. This is because the Microsoft operating system is not anchored in or with the hardware, but is installed ...

Windows 11 version 25H2 just landed as this year’s “2025 Update.” If you’re already on 24H2, this one installs fast because ...

Microsoft is automatically turning on OneDrive Backup in new Windows 11 installations. Your files aren't stolen -- they've just been moved to a new folder and synced to the cloud. This article ...

These are 16 improvements available for the Settings app for Windows 11 version 25H2 and version 24H2. On Settings > System, Microsoft is replacing the "For Developers" page with a new "Advanced" page ...

GameSpot may get a commission from retail offers. Following Battlefield 6's difficulties with the "secure boot" problem on PC, it's now Call of Duty: Black Ops 7's turn. The BO7 beta is here, and some ...

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Microsoft is rolling out a significant update to the Windows 11 Photos app that leverages on-device artificial intelligence to tackle one of the most common digital frustrations: a cluttered camera ...

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