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Back-to-school season is here, and we're answering tech questions for parents and students alike. Let's get you sorted out for the classroom!

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This is the best Windows phone ever, according to Windows Central readers

Windows Phone may be dead and buried, but every now and then it's nice to reminisce. We asked our readers to vote on their favorite Windows phones, and the results are in.

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Halo timeline: Master Chief's return and the discovery of the Didact

In our last Halo timeline article, our Halo aficionado Brendan covered the events that occurred in the aftermath of Halo 3. In this one, he goes over Halo 4, which includes the return of the Master Chief after his disappearance, as well as how he discovered and ultimately defeated the Didact.

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If there were a category for ultra Ultrabooks, the IdeaPad S940 would fit nicely. We love it, we know you will too, so we're giving one away! Enter here!

Upsie is transforming the way you purchase product warranties

Everyone has experienced that uncomfortable moment at checkout. You know the one: you're checking out and the sales representative asks if you would like to purchase a warranty for the already expensive new device you're purchasing. Do you buy something that you know nothing about? If you don't buy it, will you break your new device and wish you had bought it? What does it even protect?

Halo timeline: The Post-War Era

In our last Halo timeline article, our Halo expert Brendan covered Halo 3 and the conclusion of the Human-Covenant War. In this one, he goes over the years of technological advancements, skirmishes, and political unrest that make up the Post-War Era.

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Alexa. Cortana. Siri. Google Assistant. When it comes to voice assistants there are so many options, but which one is your choice? And how do you get the most out of it? We want to know! Give us a few minutes of your time and you'll be entered for a chance to win $150 to spend on whatever you want on Amazon!

Best Xbox-themed Pride Accessories

June is LGBT Pride Month, which means that it's time to show your spirit! Check out these awesome Xbox-themed LGBT Pride accessories.

What is (or was) your final Windows Phone?

The last Windows Phone I used was the HP Elite x3, a phone I initially loved, but came to loathe.

Halo timeline: The war for The Ark and the fate of the universe

In the last Halo timeline article, our Halo expert Brendan went over the events of Halo 2's second half. In this one, he covers the entirety of Halo 3, and how the UNSC and Sangheili came together in order to defeat The Prophet of Truth and the Flood in one final, conclusive battle.

What phone are you using nowadays?

WhatsApp announcing the end of Windows Phone support will be the (very) final nail in the coffin for those still on the OS. In light of that, we have to ask, what phone are you using now, or planning to use in the future?

Halo timeline: The Great Schism tears the Covenant apart

In the last Halo timeline article, our Halo expert Brendan went over the events of Halo 3: ODST. In this one, he covers the latter half of Halo 2, and how a civil war broke out in the Covenant that would ultimately lead to its fall.

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We're already enjoying The Division 2 on Xbox, and we know you will too, so we're giving you the chance to win the game and some white-hot accessories to make your gaming days complete! Enter here and you could win!

Halo timeline: The glassing of New Mombasa and Operation: BUMRUSH

In the last Halo timeline article, resident Halo nerd Brendan covered the beginning of Halo 2, the start of the Battle of Earth, and how the Arbiter came to be. In this installment, he goes over Halo 3: ODST and the downfall of New Mombasa.

A guide to Overwatch competitive/esports phrases and jargon

Overwatch, Blizzard Entertainment's competitive team shooter game, has developed quite a passionate and dedicated community. Within it, several different phrases have become commonplace in the voice chat. But what do they mean? We have the breakdown.

'Review bombing' Metro games on Steam is immature and pointless

Metro 2033 and Metro: Last Light are being "review bombed" on Steam. Here's why that's stupid.