Secure Elections
Windows 10
Windows 10 Apps
Streaming media
Sonca Lite is now available for free on Windows 10 Mobile
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With precision
Make the most of your Surface Pen with these awesome apps
Easy Peasy
How to set up Outlook calendars on the iPhone
scaling slides
Office Insiders in Targeted ring have new SVG-file features to play with
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The best solution for you
Is Office 2019 or Office 365 right for you?
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
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Privacy is important
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Last call
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For your travels
Amplifi's new Teleport app helps you stay secure anywhere
Latest Windows 10 Articles
Secure Elections
Microsoft extends Windows 7 updates through 2020 for election systems
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Microsoft said today that it will extend Windows 7 security updates through 2020 for election systems in the U.S. and for "other democratic countries."
Fixing Windows 10
Problems with Windows 10? The DISM tool can help.
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In this guide, we'll show you the steps to use the DISM command tool to repair the local image of Windows 10, which you can use with the System File Checker to fix problems with your installation.
Clinging to Life
Security group plans to keep Windows 7 secure after 2020 end-of-life date
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Windows 7 and Windows Server 2008 are set to reach end-of-life in January of 2020, which means they'll soon stop receiving security updates. One group, though, has a plan in place to keep both secure with third-party micropatches.
Who needs friends?
Best vault hunters and character builds for solo play in Borderlands 3
Borderlands 3 is a fantastic game to play with your friends, but what if you want to experience the game by yourself? Here's our guide about which of the four new Vault Hunters in Borderlands 3 are the best for solo play.
Windows 10 tip
Do you have an OEM or Retail version of Windows 10? Here's how to find out.
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These are the steps to quickly check whether your desktop PC, laptop, or tablet is running an OEM, Retail, or Volume license of Windows 10 with Command Prompt.
TUNE IN LIVE
Here's how to watch the October 2 Microsoft Surface event live
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Microsoft is getting ready for what is shaping up to be a momentous Surface event on October 2. Here's how you can tune in and watch all of the announcements live.
On A Roll
Windows 10 20H1 build 18985 now rolling out to Fast ring Insiders
Windows Insiders are getting a new Windows 10 20H1 preview build to check out today. The latest release puts the build number at 18985, and it includes a few notable updates and the usual slew of bug fixes and improvements.
Poll
Poll: Do you think Centaurus needs Android apps to be successful?
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Centaurus is the rumored device we're all very interested in. It's a new form factor for Windows, featuring a dual-screen design and a new user experience to match. Also rumored is the ability to run Android apps, which has been of much discussion in the community following this project closely. We want to know what you think in our latest poll.
A legendary boomstick
Where to find the 'One Pump Chump' in Borderlands 3
One of the best legendary weapons in Borderlands 3 is the One Pump Chump, a legendary Jakobs shotgun that puts out enormous damage. Here's our guide on where to find the weapon, as well as what the process of getting it for yourself is like and also an explanation of its stats.
scanning
Windows Defender bug causing Quick and Full scans to fail
A bug in the latest version of Windows Defender causes Quick and Full scans to fail after a few seconds and only scanning a few files.
PC Info
Need to know your PC's specs? Here are four easy ways to find 'em.
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In this guide, we show you four methods to learn more about your system information on Windows 10, which can come in handy when replacing components or troubleshooting issues.
Fill up your inventory in no-time!
Where to farm the best weapons in Borderlands 3
Borderlands 3 is here, and people have already figured out where the best location for farming high-tier gear is in the game. Here's a guide on where you should go to get in on the frequent looting action.
What we know
Everything we know about Microsoft's Surface 'Centaurus' foldable PC
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Microsoft is holding a hardware event on October 2 in New York City, and word on the rumor mill is that Microsoft is planning to take the wraps off its first foldable PC, codenamed Centaurus. This is a big deal for many reasons; it's the first new Surface PC form factor since the Surface Laptop, and it's also the first device to ship with Microsoft's new modern OS known as Windows Core...
Customization
Windows Defender can run on your preferred schedule — here's how
In this guide, we'll show you two ways to schedule a Windows Defender Antivirus scan using Task Scheduler on Windows 10.
Poll
Do you like the leaked redesign of the Calendar app for Windows 10?
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Microsoft is building a new Calendar app for Windows 10, and screenshots of it have leaked online. Let us know if you like the look of this new app, or if you prefer the old one.
Burn Baby Burn
Elemental damage types in Borderlands 3, explained
Borderlands 3 is here, and with it comes elemental weapons that allow the player to leverage several different types of elemental damage against enemies. Here's our guide to all of the elemental damage types in Borderlands 3, as well as some advice on how to use them.
Preview time
Windows 10 SDK preview build 18980 now available for developers
Developers can now get their hands on Windows 10 SDK preview build 18980. This latest release brings the SDK preview up to par with the latest available Windows 10 preview build for Windows Insiders on the Fast ring.
Adding support
Got HEIC and HEVC files on Windows 10? Here's how to view them.
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In this guide, we show you how to open images using the HEIC file format and HEVC videos (H.265) on Windows 10.
Customization
Do you prefer to hide recent items in Jump Lists? Here's how on Windows 10.
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In this guide, we'll show you the steps to disable recent items and frequent locations from Jump Lists on Windows 10.
Skill boosting FTW
How to find anointed gear in Borderlands 3
One of the new types of items in Borderlands 3 is called anointed gear. Here's our guide to how you can find it, as well as an explanation of what it does.