Latest articles by Cale Hunt
What is "Windows 11 pure OS" and why is ASUS putting it on laptops?
Windows ASUS unveiled a new ExpertBook B5 G2 laptop this week, and in the marketing documents is mention of "Windows 11 pure OS." I spoke with the company to figure out exactly what it means.
We asked if it's time to leave Discord; here's what our readers say
Gaming We asked you if Discord's latest decisions have crossed a red line, and the answer is clear.
Security experts uncovered hidden weaknesses in major password managers
Security A new paper posits that major password managers are vulnerable to several different types of attack, with results as severe as complete vault takeovers. Here's what you need to know.
Glass‑based storage sounds sci‑fi, but Microsoft just made it real
Microsoft Microsoft’s latest Project Silica breakthrough shows how borosilicate glass can preserve data for 10,000 years.
I compare two of the lightest, thinnest laptops launching in 2026
Laptops Here's how the new Lenovo Yoga Slim 7i Ultra Aura Edition and ASUS Zenbook A14 for 2026 compare.
Microsoft is turning Surface into the ultimate always‑connected laptop
Windows Microsoft and Ericsson's new partnership will make 5G laptops more secure and reliable with AI. This enterprise feature is expected to arrive in Surface Copilot+ PCs first.
Two of the most legendary games of all time get new content this week
Gaming For veteran gamers who have been at it for decades, this week's new content for Age of Empires 2 and Diablo 2 feels like time travel. Kudos to Microsoft for preserving these games the right way.
I'm replacing Task Manager on all my PCs with this free app
Windows 11 I decided to test out a new monitoring app for Windows called AppControl, and after only a few days of use, I've sworn off Task Manager. Best part? AppControl is completely free.
Thunderbolt 5 docks don't have to cost an arm and a leg
Deals Wavlink's Thunderlight docking station proves that Thunderbolt 5 docks don't have to cost an arm and a leg. This limited-time deal is indeed very limited, so don't wait too long.
The best ergo mouse for wrist pain is down to the lowest price of the year
Deals Logitech's MX Vertical is 35% cheaper than usual during President's Day weekend.
The best Windows laptops out of 70+ recent reviews
Laptops The Windows Central team has tested and reviewed more than 70 Windows laptops in the past year, and I've curated this list with the 9 best options as well as several honorable mentions.
Lenovo's Qualcomm mini PC is highly rated and $465 cheaper for a limited time
Deals Lenovo’s compact IdeaCentre Mini desktop is on sale for Presidents Day, offering solid performance in a small, quiet package that fits easily into any workspace.
Fans rejoice over Diablo 2's new Reign of the Warlock expansion
Gaming Blizzard just dropped the biggest Diablo 2 content update since Lord of Destruction 25 years ago.
Get the best CPU for your NVIDIA RTX 3060 gaming PC
Hardware NVIDIA's RTX 3060 remains a valid gaming GPU five years after it launched, and these CPUs are the perfect pairing.
Notepad's new Markdown feature came with a severe security vulnerability
Windows Windows Notepad joins the Notepad++ alternative on a list of apps with recent and serious security flaws.
Windows on ARM laptops don't get better than this in 2026
Laptops Want a new Windows laptop? You should consider one powered by a Snapdragon X processor.
Users aren't happy with Discord, searches for alternatives up 10,000%
Apps Searches for "Discord alternatives" jumped by 10,000% following the company's announcement of planned global age verification, and Stoat seems to be the top option.
Lenovo warns of rising hardware costs — these discounts laptops say otherwise
Hardware Lenovo North America President Ryan McCurdy said in a recent interview that "pricing sensitivity" means current prices are likely the best you'll get for the next 6-12 months.
Windows Gaming Edition? What an OS made for fun could look like.
Windows Microsoft has a golden opportunity to evolve Windows into an OS perfect for gaming, and in five years, I expect the landscape will look very different from what it does now.
EWS shutdown is planned for 2027. Here's what you should do now.
Microsoft Microsoft is officially shutting down EWS for Microsoft 365 and Exchange Online in 2027, and the company suggests making the necessary changes sooner rather than later to avoid service interruption.
Discord now assumes everyone is a teen, and it's up to you to prove otherwise
Software Discord has announced an early-March rollout for its new "Teen-by-Default" stance, which requires all users around the world to prove their age using facial scans or ID checks.
We tested the best Thunderbolt 5 docks you can buy in 2026
Laptops Thunderbolt laptop docks offer unparalleled performance, and they're the perfect way to expand your PC's connectivity. I rounded up the best we've tested so far.
Missing 64GB of RAM? This PC hobbyist might have found it.
Hardware Who is tossing out perfectly good RAM in this economy?
