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Windows 10
Windows 10 Apps
another attack
Malwarebytes attacked by same threat actor as SolarWinds
get your files
Files, a modern file explorer, launches on the Microsoft Store
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Antivirus
The $64000 question
Do you still need antivirus in 2020? Absolutely ... but ...
Antivirus buyer's guide
Not a Windows Defender fan? These are the best free antivirus alternatives.
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What does it mean
19 common antivirus terms explained
Windows 10 VPNs
The old-fashioned way
You too can manually configure a VPN connection on Windows 10
Privacy is important
Is NordVPN or IPVanish VPN the better choice for you?
Free is for me
Best Free VPN Deals for May 2019
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privacy first
What is the best router that supports a VPN connection?
The Best
War of the workstations
Lenovo ThinkPad P1 vs. MacBook Pro: Which should you buy?
Both the Lenovo ThinkPad P1 and MacBook Pro are superb workstation laptops that deliver killer performance, but which one reigns supreme? Here's our analysis.
The best solution for you
Is Office 2019 or Office 365 right for you?
These are the major differences between Office from Microsoft 365 and Office 2019, and we help you to decide which one is best for you.
No more facebook
Get off WhatsApp with these other secure messenger apps
Don't agree with the new terms of service WhatsApp has recently laid out? Don't want Facebook snooping around your business? There are other intuitive messenger services that uphold your privacy, and they're collected right here.
Laptop warfare
We put the HP Spectre x360 15 up against the Surface Laptop 15
Both the HP Spectre x360 15 and the Surface Laptop 15 are capable laptops, but which one should you choose? Here's what we think.
Game with others!
Looking for great multiplayer games on PC? Check out our favorites.
Multiplayer games are some of the best on offer for PC gamers. Here's a look at some of the absolute best multiplayer games you can dive into on PC today.
Growing library
The best PC games on the Windows 10 Microsoft Store
In the PC store wars, the Windows 10 Microsoft Store is a bit of an underdog. However, there are a few great titles in there.
Latest Windows 10 Articles
New build
Windows 10 build 21296 rolls out in the Dev Channel with new fixes
A new Windows Insider build is rolling out to testers in the Dev Channel with a handful of new fixes to submit feedback about. There are no new features in this week's build.
New features!
New privacy, security, and productivity features are coming to Edge today
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Microsoft is rolling out version 88 of its Edge web browser today, bringing with it several new privacy, security and productivity features designed to make browsing the web easier and more secure. Microsoft is highlighting new password protection features that warn you if your password has been leaked, and can even generate new, more secure ones, as well as more customization features in the New Tab Page.
another attack
Malwarebytes attacked by same threat actor as SolarWinds
The same threat actor behind the recent SolarWinds attack went after Malwarebytes. The company explains the recent attack and how its software is still safe to use.
Personalization Tip
This is how you personalize the ribbon menu in Office
In this guide, we'll show you the steps to customize the Office ribbon tabs, groups, and commands to help you arrange the tools in a way that makes more sense to you.
See it in action
Check out this video of Windows 10X on a Surface Pro 7
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Developers recently managed to get Windows 10X running on several unsupported devices. Now, there's a video showing Windows 10X on a Surface Pro 7.
The old-fashioned way
You too can manually configure a VPN connection on Windows 10
If you have a VPN subscription and would like to set things up manually, it should only take a few minutes. Here's what you need to know to get everything working properly.
Disk fixer
Drive no longer accessible? Use DiskPart to fix it on Windows 10.
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In this guide, we'll show you the steps to use DiskPart with Command prompt to clean and properly format a drive to fix file corruption and other logical issues on Windows 10.
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Windows app support bumps up a notch for Linux with Wine update
Wine recently received an update to version 6.0. The update includes thousands of changes and helps Windows apps run on Linux systems.
Can you hear me now?
How to set up your headset in Windows 10
In this guide, we show you how to set up, switch to, and troubleshoot your new headset in Windows 10. Sound is the most important element to any gaming experience, so it's important we get it right.
War of the workstations
Lenovo ThinkPad P1 vs. MacBook Pro: Which should you buy?
Both the Lenovo ThinkPad P1 and MacBook Pro are superb workstation laptops that deliver killer performance, but which one reigns supreme? Here's our analysis.
Beginners' guide
You can ditch Edge as the default browser, and here's how on Windows 10.
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In this guide, we'll show you the steps to configure your preferred web browser as the new default on Windows 10.
making a choice
Microsoft moves to opt-in setup for sharing voice data to improve services
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Microsoft will give people an informed choice with what happens to voice clips when using Microsoft services. Microsoft came under fire in 2019 when it reported that contractors and employees listened to voice clips.
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Refreshed look for Microsoft Teams rolling out in public preview
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Microsoft Teams has a new look rolling out to its public preview. The refreshed design includes an adjusted dark mode and drop shadows between panels.
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'Nasty' Windows 10 bug can corrupt a hard drive by you looking at a file
An NTFS vulnerability that has been around since the Windows 10 April 2018 Update can corrupt certain hard drives. Attackers can utilize the exploit by hiding a line of code in a ZIP file, folder, or a Windows shortcut.
block
You can control Command Prompt access on Windows 10 – here's how.
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In this guide, we'll show you the steps to disable the Command Prompt console on Windows 10 using the Registry and Command Prompt.
Goodbye old friend
Bungie's original Halo website is being taken down on February 9
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Bungie has announced that it's taking down its original Halo website early in February 2021. Here's what you need to know.
Feature control
You can get rid of Meet Now on Windows 10 – here's how.
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Not everyone needs or wants to use the Meet Now feature. In this guide, we'll show you the three different methods to get rid of the Meet Now in the Windows 10 taskbar.
Device info
Yes, you can check PC model number on Windows 10, and here's how.
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In this guide, we'll show you three quick ways to determine your device model number on Windows 10 when the device tag is missing or don't want to use third-party tools.
I'm in love
Our news writer is gushing over the new flyouts in Windows 10X
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Windows 10X was recently shown off in a video. Our news writer and app expert Sean Endicott has been on cloud 9 after seeing its new flyouts in action.
Mount points
You can manage drive mount points, and here's how on Windows 10.
In this guide, we'll show you the steps to mount and unmount a drive on Windows 10 using a graphical interface and command-line.
Video Walkthrough
Windows 10X for single-screen PCs has leaked and we've gone hands-on
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Microsoft announced in May last year that it was repositioning Windows 10X as an OS for single-screen PCs, and that's the last we heard about Windows 10X. We haven't had any new preview builds, or an official update from the company about how the OS is going. Now, a near final build of Windows 10X for single-screen PCs has leaked, giving us a chance to go hands-on with some of the changes Microsoft has made to Windows 10X.