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Windows 11 is finally getting a much-needed change to privacy settings

By Darren Allan Published

Microsoft is finally changing app permissions to make sense for all software.

Windows
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The price and release date for Xbox's 25th anniversary translucent 'OG green' controller have leaked ahead of Gamescom

By Demi Williams Published

The price and release date for Microsoft's 25th anniversary Xbox Wireless Controller have reportedly leaked online ahead of Gamescom 2026.

Gaming
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The best desktop PC in 2026

By Christian Guyton Last updated

Looking to buy a new PC? Our experts have rated the best desktop PCs you can buy based on budget, specs, and design.

Desktop PCs
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Microsoft smothers malware by tracking behavior instead of blocking domains

By Sead Fadilpašić Published

Blocking domains is a game of whack-a-mole in which attackers automate new moles popping up almost instantly.

Security
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Good news — you can now properly swear on Microsoft Teams calls...unless you work for the government

By Mike Moore Published

Microsoft Teams changes its rules on censoring profanity in captions - unless you're a government worker.

Pro
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Leaker claims Nintendo Switch 2 version of Diablo 4 will finally arrive two days after BlizzCon and include two expansions

By Demi Williams Published

The long-rumored Nintendo Switch 2 port of Diablo 4 could reportedly launch very soon after BlizzCon 2026.

Gaming
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Microsoft is improving Windows 11's right-click menu — at long last

By Darren Allan Published

'Probably has a lot to do with figuring out how to get Windows 11 working on 8GB': Microsoft debloats right-click menu in a big way, but the cynics still aren't happy.

Windows
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China is finally pulling Windows 10 from government machines — and says that's ahead of schedule

By Mike Moore Published

China's government was using a customized version of Windows 10, but now wants to move towards domestic alternatives.

Pro
Quote of the day by Bill Gates: "I broke into his house to steal the TV set and found out that you had already stolen it"

By Keumars Afifi-Sabet Published

Apple and Microsoft's rivalry was bubbling over the notion of stolen ideas in the early days of personal computing

Pro
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Microsoft is dropping its Excel Copilot function after only a year

By Mike Moore Published

Microsoft Excel's COPILOT() function will soon bite the dust.

Pro
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