Windows 11

Launched in October 2021, Windows 11 started a new era as the latest version of Microsoft's official operating system, pre-loaded onto the best laptops and sold separately for custom-built desktop PCs. It continues to receive significant updates, like Windows 11 version 24H2, which is loaded with new features and supports modern hardware like Neural Processing Units (NPUs) to handle local Artificial Intelligence (AI) computing tasks offered by Microsoft Copilot and third-party apps.
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Here are the latest changes coming to Windows 11
By Ben Wilson last updated
LIVE Microsoft continues to update Windows 11 and its related apps, so we're tracking the latest feature changes.

KDE is ready for Windows 10 exiles, but we need to talk more about one issue
By Richard Devine published
Windows KDE is one of the big hitters in the Linux world, and it's ready to accept what it calls "Windows 10 exiles" while pulling no punches over Microsoft's Windows 11 upgrade policy.

Now, ASUS thinks you should just ditch Windows 10 and buy a Copilot+ PC
By Richard Devine published
Windows Laptop makers will always want to sell new laptops, but the impending end of life of Windows 10 is leading to the most tone-deaf of marketing.

Windows 11 will finally stop nagging you to set Edge as your default browser — but only in some markets
By Zac Bowden published
As part of its continued efforts to make Windows compliant with the Digital Markets Act, Microsoft has announced further changes to the Windows OS that will reduce its insistence on using first party apps and services.

How to get started with the Files App on Windows 11 to replace File Explorer
By Mauro Huculak last updated
Beginners guide If you're looking for a File Explorer replacement, the Files App is what you need, and here's how to get started.

Windows 11’s big June update also improves game performance
By Sean Endicott published
Windows 11 The next Windows 11 update includes a bunch of new features, but you may care more about its improvements to PC gaming.

Microsoft aims to solve USB-C confusion with its new mandate
By Cale Hunt published
Hardware Have you ever tried using a USB-C port, only to find out it doesn't support your peripheral of choice? Me too. Microsoft aims to fix the issue with a new mandate.

My Windows 11 PC has nearly broken me in the past week 😱
By Richard Devine published
Windows 11 I know my way around a Windows 11 PC, but recent troubles have pushed me to my limits, and sent me reaching for my most simple computer — a Chromebook.
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