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More AI-powered features and modular system design are just a couple of the leaks and rumors swirling around Microsoft's not-yet-announced Windows 12.

By Michael Muchmore

If your computer keeps waking up from sleep mode, there may be a few settings you can tweak to fix the problem. Here's how to make sure your Windows 10 or Windows 11 PC stays asleep.

By Whitson Gordon

Apple is also experimenting with adding dark mode to all app icons.

By Jibin Joseph

After first rolling out Notepad spell-check to select Windows Insiders in March, Microsoft is now releasing it to all Windows 11 users.

By Michael Kan  & Kate Irwin

If you're done with Windows 10 or don't want to (or can't) upgrade to Windows 11, install Linux instead. Here's how to make the switch to an open-source operating system and install apps.

By Whitson Gordon

For $27 per year, Slovenia-based 0patch will keep your Windows 10 machine up to date with critical security patches for up to five years once Microsoft ends support.

By Michael Kan

Windows 11 has now seen growth for two consecutive months and is currently installed on 29.71% of global PCs, according to Statcounter.

By Joe Hindy

Whether you're just getting started with Apple's facial recognition login or troubleshooting why it's not working, here's what you need to know about Face ID.

By Lance Whitney

Whether or not your Windows 10 computer is eligible for a Windows 11 upgrade, there are a few ways to jump to Microsoft's newer OS without paying for it.

By Lance Whitney

Initially limited to ChatGPT Plus subscribers, the ChatGPT desktop app for macOS is now available for non-paying chatbot users, provided they have a compatible Mac.

By Joe Hindy

After teasing the rollout at WWDC, Apple enables Rich Communication Services for iOS 18 beta testers, who report that major US carriers now support it. Green bubbles remain, however.

By Jibin Joseph
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A radically modernized, more consistent design for Windows 11 belies what is really more of an evolutionary update. The addition of generative AI tool Copilot takes Microsoft's operating system to the next level, however.

By Michael Muchmore

A slick new interface, better security, Copilot AI, updated apps, and info widgets are just some of the perks of upgrading to Windows 11. Here's why you should do it sooner than later.

By Michael Muchmore

The malware targets a safety feature in Android devices and then alters apps so it can read phone screens, disable 2FA, and steal victims' funds.

By Kate Irwin

Redmond argues that a Microsoft Account is better than a Local one since it 'allows for seamless integration of Microsoft services, enhanced security, and sync across devices.'

By Joe Hindy

The bug, which affects Windows 10 and 11, could give hackers access to your device when you’re connected to a public Wi-Fi network.

By Emily Price

Following a series of previews and early releases, Android 15 has now reached its "platform stability" milestone and is on track for an official release in just a few short months.

By Rob Pegoraro

Is Windows 11 Home right for you, or should you pay more for Windows 11 Pro? We break down what's different to help you decide.

By Michael Muchmore

Apple sunsets its own loan offering less than a year after launch in favor of third-party 'buy now, pay later' loans in the Wallet app instead.

By Kate Irwin

Microsoft’s Copilot generative AI is popping up in Windows, Edge, Office apps, and Bing. But just what exactly is it? Here’s everything you need to know.

By Michael Muchmore