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Microsoft squashes more bugs in Windows 11 24H2 though several persist
Windows 11 24H2 is crashing on many PCs due to conflict with security driver

Microsoft is working on a fix, but here's what you can do if you get a BSOD in the meantime.

The upcoming new Windows 11 Start menu
Your Windows 11 Start menu is getting a design makeover - here's how to try it first
Copilot Microsoft Visual
Microsoft unveils 9 new Copilot features - you can try some now
Intel Unison being retired
3 ways to connect your phone with Windows now that this popular sync tool is getting the axe
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How Bill Gates, the Altair 8800 and BASIC propelled me into the PC revolution
Microsoft squashes more bugs in Windows 11 24H2 though several persist

Windows 11 24H2 is crashing on many PCs due to conflict with security driver

Microsoft is working on a fix, but here's what you can do if you get a BSOD in the meantime.
2 hours ago by Lance Whitney in Windows 11
The upcoming new Windows 11 Start menu

Your Windows 11 Start menu is getting a design makeover - here's how to try it first

Windows 11's Start menu is getting a fresh new look. Here's what's changing and how you can try it out now. I'm also sharing my go-to Start menu alternatives.
1 day ago by Lance Whitney in Windows 11
Copilot Microsoft Visual

Microsoft unveils 9 new Copilot features - you can try some now

Marking the company's 50th anniversary, Microsoft's AI companion just got a lot smarter. Even free users can enjoy these.
3 days ago by Sabrina Ortiz in Artificial Intelligence
Intel Unison being retired

3 ways to connect your phone with Windows now that this popular sync tool is getting the axe

With Intel Unison being retired in June, you'll have to turn to another app to sync your iPhone or Android phone with Windows 11.
4 days ago by Lance Whitney in Windows
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How Bill Gates, the Altair 8800 and BASIC propelled me into the PC revolution

In 1975, Bill and I were using the same computing tech - the Altair 8800 and DEC's PDP-10 - as BASIC became a gateway for generations of developers. Where were you all those decades ago?
4 days ago by David Gewirtz in Microsoft
ChatGPT Pro vs ChatGPT Plus

Is ChatGPT Plus worth your $20? Here's how it compares to Free and Pro plans

ChatGPT Pro is 10 times the price of ChatGPT Plus. Is either worth the money or should you stick to the free version? Here's how to decide.
5 days ago by Sabrina Ortiz in Artificial Intelligence
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Microsoft at 50: Its incredible rise, 15 lost years, and stunning comeback - in 4 charts

In 1975, a few nerds formed a company to sell programming tools to other nerds. So how did Microsoft go on to become a trillion-dollar juggernaut?
5 days ago by Ed Bott in Microsoft
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Windows 11 is getting a secret weapon for boot failures - how it works

Windows 11 PC won't boot? Microsoft's Quick Machine Recovery will automatically try to fix it before you have time to panic.
6 days ago by Lance Whitney in Windows 11
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Why multi-factor authentication is absolutely essential in 2025

Want to avoid having your online accounts hacked? Two-factor authentication is a crucial security measure that requires an extra step for signing in to high-value services. Here's how to set up 2FA and which accounts to focus on.
1 week ago by Ed Bott in Security
LibreOffice 25.2 has more security and more customization options

4 reasons why LibreOffice downloads are way up (hint: you'll relate)

More users than ever are flocking to the open source suite since its latest update. The end of Windows 10 support is far from the only factor.
1 week ago by Jack Wallen in Open Source
7 ways to make Windows 11 less annoying

Microsoft just blocked this popular Windows 11 local account trick - but workarounds remain

With the latest insider build for Windows 11, Microsoft is killing off a workaround that let you set up a local account instead of a Microsoft account.
1 week ago by Lance Whitney in Windows 11
The Green Screen of Death

Microsoft overhauls the dreaded Blue Screen of Death - here's what's new

The new BSOD will be simpler, sleeker, and not blue.
1 week ago by Lance Whitney in Windows
Microsoft's new sign in screen for the Xbox website

Microsoft's passwordless future is here for Outlook, Xbox, 365, and more

Microsoft's new sign-in screens push you to finally ditch passwords - here's how.
1 week ago by Lance Whitney in Windows
Microsoft Office Windows 10 cutoff over an October Calendar

Your Microsoft Office apps will soon launch faster - but the Speed Boost is optional

Rolling out in May for Word initially, the feature will reduce the program's startup time. Here's how it works.
1 week ago by Lance Whitney in Services & Software
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10 pesky Windows 11 24H2 bugs still haunting PCs despite several patches

Before diving into the Windows 11 2024 update, know that you may encounter some problems. Here's the bug report now.
1 week ago by Lance Whitney in Windows 11
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