Four reasons
Windows 10
Windows 10 Apps
Reverse
Track how often you're tracked online with Firefox Privacy Protection
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Fresh new look
New Microsoft Store tab layout now rolling out to all users
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With precision
Make the most of your Surface Pen and Slim Pen with these awesome apps
smooth scrolling
Microsoft Edge Dev update brings back touchscreen scrolling smoothness
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get buckets
Psyched for the 2019 NBA season? You need every one of these apps.
Antivirus
Computer protection
McAfee Antivirus Plus vs. Total Protection: There is a clear winner
Buyer's guide
Want the best protection for your PC? This is the best antivirus software.
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Only one can be champ
Which Kaspersky security program is the clear winner?
Quick to stop malware attacks
Bitdefender Antivirus Plus quickly stops malware, but is there a catch?
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Stops malware before it stops you
Is Kaspersky Internet Security for Android safe to use?
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Windows 10 VPNs
Privacy Rules
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A Nordic Attack
NordVPN fesses up to data center breach, insists network is 'still safe'
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privacy first
Subscribe to NordVPN now and save up to 70%, plans starting at $3 a month
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away from prying eyes
This offer scores you 15 months of ExpressVPN for $100, a savings of 49%
Stay safe out there
Our review of NordVPN shows why it's a top contender in the VPN world
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Latest Windows 10 Articles
Four reasons
Why Microsoft is back making phones with the Surface Duo
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Surface Duo is coming next year, and it'll be the first flagship phone from Microsoft since the Lumia 950 in 2015. A lot has changed since then, with a new form factor and a refocus on Android as the primary platform for Microsoft's mobile efforts, the Surface Duo has a few people scratching their heads. Why now?
Customization
Do you manage multiple accounts in Outlook? Here's how to set a default
In this guide, we'll walk you through the steps to configure a new account as the default to create new emails and when opening the desktop version of Outlook.
Can it work with the new standard?
Is Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga compatible with Wi-Fi 6?
The Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga is awesome, but is it compatible with Wi-Fi 6? If it's not, what's a device that is? Here's everything you need to know.
On A Roll
Windows 10 20H1 build 19008 rolls out to Fast ring Insiders
Microsoft pushed out another new Windows 10 preview build to the Fast ring today, bringing build 19008 to Insiders with a number of performance improvements and bug fixes.
Get ALL the colors
Which colors are available for the all-metal Surface Laptop 3?
The Surface Laptop 3 is looking like an awesome device, but which colors can you get the all-metal variants of it in? Here's everything you need to know.
Reverse
Track how often you're tracked online with Firefox Privacy Protection
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Mozilla Firefox now has a free reporting tool that outlines the number of social media trackers that Firefox has blocked.
Switching up
Stuck running Windows 10 32-bit? Here's how to switch to a 64-bit version.
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In this guide, we'll show you the proper steps to upgrade from the 32-bit to the 64-bit version of Windows 10 without the need to purchase another license.
Video Walkthrough
Check out what's new in the Windows 10 November 2019 Update
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We go hands-on with Microsoft's next feature update for Windows 10, known as the November 2019 Update or Version 1909. It's not a huge update, with only a couple of noteworthy features, but these are changes that I think most users will be happy with. Let's dive in.
Almost There
Windows 10 19H2 build 18363.418 rolls out to Release Preview Insiders
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Windows Insiders in the Release Preview ring can now get their hands on what is expected to be the final build for the Windows 10 November 2019 Update.
Security copy
How to download your Skype conversations on Windows 10
In this guide, we'll show you the steps to request, download, and open a backup of your Skype chat history using the modern app on Windows 10.
Plenty to do
Next Halo: Reach PC flight announced, contains more content than others
The next test flight for Halo: Reach on PC has been announced, and it's going to contain more content than any other flight before it. Here's everything you need to know.
Disable it for good
Permanently disable Windows Defender Antivirus on Windows 10
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Although Windows 10 doesn't include an option to uninstall the Windows Defender Antivirus, you can still permanently disable the feature, and in this guide, we show you how to perform this task in multiple ways.
Is it compatible?
Does Dell's Premium Active Pen work with iPads?
The Dell Premium Active Pen is awesome, but does it work with iPads? If it doesn't, what's a pen that does? Here's what you need to know.
processing
Processor requirements for Windows 10 version 1903 and 1909 updated
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Microsoft updated the processor requirements for Windows 10 version 1903 and 1909. The update mostly adds newer chips to the supported list.
Fresh new look
New Microsoft Store tab layout now rolling out to all users
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After months of A/B testing, the new layout for the Microsoft Store is rolling out to everyone. The new update adds physical gaming hardware and reorganization the sections of the Microsoft Store.
Family Safety
Microsoft’s family settings feature for Windows 10 and Xbox is a hidden gem
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Microsoft has always been focused on digital health and safety, and with Windows 10 and Xbox is in a unique position to help make parents' lives easier when it comes to making sure their kids are safe when on a PC or Xbox. Over the last week, I've been testing out the many different family settings built into every Microsoft account for free, and I wanted to highlight some areas that I...
Windows 10 tip
Slow Wi-Fi on Windows 10? It's likely signal issue — Here's how to find out
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In this guide, we'll show you multiple ways you can check the signal strength of your Wi-Fi connection on your tablet, laptop, or desktop running Windows 10.
Cracking 19
Windows 10 20H1 build 19002 heads to Fast ring Insiders
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Microsoft pushed a new Fast ring build for Windows Insiders today with 20H1 build 19002. This build packs a ton of bug fixes and performance improvements, but no new features.
Where should you choose?
Where's the best place to buy a Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon?
The Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon is a lovely device, but which retailer should you buy it from? Here's what we think.
How long will it last?
How is Surface Laptop 3 battery life?
The Surface Laptop 3 looks like it's going to be awesome, but how long does the battery last? Here's what you need to know.