Microsoft Windows is the most popular operating system on the planet, holding a whopping 74% of the global desktop PC market as of 2023. The majority of those computers are running Windows 10, arguably Microsoft’s best version of the hugely successful OS so far.
Plenty of users are still rocking older systems with versions like Windows 7, Vista, and even the historically beloved Window XP. If you’ve ever touched a computer (and we don’t know how you’d be reading this if you hadn’t), chances are you’ve experienced at least one iteration of Microsoft’s long-running software.
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Windows 11 is getting a screen tint feature to help guard against eye strain
Windows 11 is getting a screen tint feature to help guard against eye strain, and migraines, and it could even help with photophobia.
Microsoft is finally giving us full control over Windows 11 updates
'Shutdown, Restart on your terms' with 'fewer disruptions', Microsoft says — these are overdue, but nevertheless impressive changes.
Microsoft has underlined how it's using tester feedback to fix Windows 11
'This year you're going to see us really double down on it': Microsoft exec promises that listening to feedback will be key to fixing Windows 11.
Can Windows 11's built-in antivirus keep you safe? Microsoft thinks so
Is Windows 11's built-in antivirus enough to keep you safe? Microsoft thinks that's the case.
Hate Windows 11's Start menu? Rumor suggests Microsoft is fixing it
Rumored fixes for Windows 11's Start menu sound great, but some folks remain seriously skeptical.
Windows 11 is so bad France is moving to Linux — and many more could follow
Is 2027 set to be the year of Linux? There are signs that this might actually be the case, for sure.
Expert warns of Windows 11 Recall risk while Microsoft denies danger
Windows 11 Recall was delayed in 2024 due to security flaws, and those same issues are being discovered now, despite Microsoft's promise to secure user data.
Windows 11 tool delivers a simple — but very handy — feature to the desktop
A Microsoft exec made a utility to bring this cool macOS feature to Windows 11.
