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Do you cover your computer camera? Don't forget this vital extra step for privacy
Covering up your webcam lens prevents unwanted spying. But there’s another step you should take for full privacy.
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Microsoft is killing Skype and wants you to switch to a Teams app nobody uses
Microsoft said today that it will sunset Skype, the company that popularized voice calls over the web, in favor of its own Teams app.
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How to block all access to your PC's webcam
Webcams are great for video conferencing, but they can also be misused by attackers to spy on the user. This is how you can remedy the situation.
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Should you encrypt your PC's hard drive? The pros and cons explained
Encrypting your system's hard drive is a great way to protect your laptop if it ever gets stolen.
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Windows 11 24H2 now blocked on PCs running older AutoCAD software
Issues with AutoCAD 2022 have led Microsoft to block the Windows 11 24H2 on PCs with that version of the technical design tool.
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Optional Windows 11 24H2 update brings fixes and more advertising
The optional KB5052093 update for Windows 11 24H2 is rolling out with improvements and some steps backward.
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How to use a video as your Windows desktop background
If you're looking to make your desktop background more dynamic, you should try embedding a video with the open source app Lively Wallpaper.
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Never say these things to ChatGPT. It could come back to bite you
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…
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Microsoft quietly bumped up Windows 11 24H2's CPU requirements
An 11th-generation Intel Core CPU is now required for Windows 11 version 24H2. Previously, you only needed an 8th-gen Intel CPU.
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Microsoft's free, ad-supported Office was just a 'test'
Microsoft is taking another stab at a free Office app, allowing you to create documents in Word, PowerPoint, and Excel at the cost of some features.
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Use Windows Pro's whitelist tools to keep unwanted apps off your PC
Windows comes with additional virus protection that blocks the installation of programmes. At the same time, it can also prevent unwanted changes.
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This hidden Windows feature protects you from dangerous web malware
There's a lesser-known feature in Windows that will guard you against malware, but only if you turn it on. Here's how.
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Windows tests long-awaited changes to Start, Share, and Search
Microsoft released two test builds of Windows 11, making changes to some of its fundamental apps and interfaces like the Start menu, its Share interface, and Search.
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Unblockable ads now litter Microsoft's Windows Surface app
Microsoft's Surface app within Windows 11 now looks like a Black Friday circular, with seemingly unblockable ads trying to sell you a variety of PC accessories and software subscriptions.
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Windows 11 Remote Desktop issues? You aren't alone. Here's what you can do
If RDP is giving you problems in Windows 11, there are a few workarounds you can try to fix it.
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Microsoft is paywalling these features in Notepad and Paint
Two iconic Windows apps will have certain features restricted if you don't have an active Microsoft 365 subscription.
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5 new Windows 11 features should hit your PC soon
Microsoft's recent Windows 11 Release Preview build is a clear signal that any features it contains will hit your PC soon. Here's what Microsoft is promising.
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This high-risk keylogger malware is a growing threat to Windows users
Security researchers have noticed a marked increase in Snake keylogger attacks against Windows users.
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These Windows 11 registry hacks will turn you into a PC pro
Pro users change features and functions quickly and directly in the registry. We show you how, using Microsoft's tools and others.
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A Windows app that could make PC setup as easy as phones? Yes, please!
Two Windows hackers have unearthed code, called MigrationApp or Windows Migrate, that could allow users setting up a new PC to easily copy all of their data from an older device, something that Windows still can't do.
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Nearly 45% of Steam users still on Windows 10 despite looming deadline
Microsoft plans to end support for Windows 10 in October, which is right around the corner.
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Windows 11's February update breaks File Explorer and more
The KB5051987 update for Windows 11 24H2 is causing problems for users. Some can't download it while others are experiencing broken system features. Here's what you can do.
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How to solve the dreaded Blue Screen of Death on Windows PCs
Windows collects more data than you think during a blue screen. With a special tool, you can display the most important information about a blue screen and eliminate the cause.
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Major Clipchamp update improves Microsoft's free video editor
Microsoft is rolling out a new version of Clipchamp with some big quality-of-life changes.
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Your Windows PC refuses to start. Now what?
You switch on the PC and Windows does not start. Now you need a second or repair system to analyze the situation, recover data and repair the system.
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How to prevent forced installation of new Outlook on Windows 10 PCs
Microsoft is automatically installing the new Outlook app for all Windows 10 users. You can prevent it with this trick.
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Windows 10 dies in 2025: What it means for your PC
Do you have to switch to Windows 11 or can you continue to use Windows 10? We explain and tell you what happens after the end of support.
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The new Outlook app was just force-installed on Windows 10 PCs
There's no way to block the forced installation, but at least you'll be able to uninstall it afterwards.
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Windows 11's February update brings some welcome improvements
With updates KB5051989 and KB5051987, users on both Windows 11 23H2 and 24H2 are getting security fixes and quality-of-life improvements.
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Notepad has spell check. Here's how to turn it on or off
Microsoft added spell check to Notepad last year after killing off WordPad.
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Microsoft support page lies about 'how to uninstall Edge'
Search in Bing for "how to uninstall Microsoft Edge," and you'll find a Microsoft support page for how to uninstall Edge. It doesn't tell you how to uninstall Edge.
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Chrome's Incognito mode no longer saves copied stuff to clipboard history
Thanks to Microsoft, the text and media you copy while private browsing is now protected.
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Update now! This 7-Zip exploit bypasses crucial Windows protections
The zero-day attack also highlights the importance of keeping all your apps up to date—you should update 7-Zip immediately.
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More Windows 11 patch woes, this time with mouse pointers acting up
The optional KB5050094 patch for Windows 11 was supposed to fix stuff, but introduced problems of its own with the mouse cursor, File Explorer, and more.
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Windows 11's app store has a solution for gigantic PC game downloads
Microsoft and the Microsoft Store app are testing modular game downloads, which means that you won't have to wait for hundreds of gigabytes of games to download.
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Windows will soon be jamming to MIDI 2.0's music services
Microsoft has taken the modernized MIDI 2.0 audio specification and is bringing it to Windows for a new age of audio production.
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Microsoft Paint gets Copilot button for generative AI features
The new button grants convenient access to generative AI features like Cocreator and Image Creator.
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Microsoft silently erases tip for installing Windows 11 on older PCs
A popular method for bypassing the Windows 11 TPM/CPU hardware lock has been removed from official support pages.
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Microsoft is killing its VPN soon. Here's what you should do
One key feature in Microsoft Defender is being discontinued at the end of this month. Here's what you need to know.
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Yes, you can still use floppy disks with Windows 11! Here's how
If you need to, it's entirely possible to read and write to floppy disks with a modern PC or laptop. Here's everything you need to know.
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Windows 11's Auto HDR works again, but you have to manually update first
The issue, which first cropped up with December's Windows 11 24H2 update, has finally been fixed.
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Windows 11's Start Menu finally embraces your iPhone
Microsoft is adding iPhones to its new Start sidebar, adding file sharing between the new platforms, too. Here's how it works.
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Optional Windows 11 update fixes USB audio bugs, among others
If you're suffering from recent Windows 11 24H2 issues, you'll have to manually install this cumulative update.
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Hidden gems: These 20 truly useful Windows apps are free, too!
So many great apps eventually cost money. These fantastic apps cost nothing. Don't overlook them because they're really useful!
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Microsoft just killed the ability to look up words and phrases in Word
In a move to push users toward Copilot AI, Microsoft has deprecated this popular feature.
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How to install the Copilot app for Windows 11
Microsoft now offers Copilot as an app that's available in the Microsoft Store.
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Microsoft shuts down website for Windows themes and desktop wallpapers
Interested users should try to find themes and desktop wallpapers in the Microsoft Store instead.
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Latest Windows 10 update is causing USB accessory issues
If you haven't updated yet, you may want to hold off on installing patch KB5049981 until the issues are addressed.
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Windows 11 24H2 patch breaks audio, Bluetooth, webcams, and more
Windows 11 24H2's first patch of the year is causing all sorts of problems with audio, Bluetooth, cameras, and games.
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