Windows

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.
Now Windows 11 is here, and Windows 12 is slated to arrive soon(ish) - so naturally we’re covering everything Windows-related on a weekly basis. Below, you’ll find everything related to Microsoft’s flagship operating system - news, tips, analysis, and more.
Latest about Windows

Microsoft claims Windows 11 is innocent of killing SSDs – but the mystery continues
By Darren Allan published
Microsoft solves the case of the vanishing SSDs – and clears the latest Windows 11 update of any wrongdoing.

Windows 11 25H2 update is close to release – but I fear Microsoft is missing a big opportunity as Windows 10's death looms
By Darren Allan published
The 25H2 update is going to be a low-key affair, so if you want big new features you're out of luck.

Want to stick with Windows 10 after October 2025? Here are your options – including how to get a free year of extra support
By Darren Allan published
Don't want – or can't get – Windows 11? Here's what you need to do before support expires for Windows 10 in October.

Windows 11's SSD breaking bug just got more mysterious - and I really hope Microsoft can clear this up swiftly
By Darren Allan published
Microsoft's still investigating Windows 11's SSD bug - but one of its partners can't reproduce the glitch at all.

Windows 11 is finally fixing poor sound quality with Bluetooth headphones - and PC gamers will be particularly happy
By Darren Allan published
Fed up with awful sound quality from wireless headphones in Windows 11? Bluetooth LE Audio in Windows 11 fixes this.

Can't sign up for extended Windows 10 support? Don't panic, the rollout is underway - but it's reportedly going 'slowly'
By Darren Allan published
I haven't had the offer of extended Windows 10 support yet - and neither have quite a few others reportedly.

Windows 11 feature to resume Android apps on your PC is finally incoming - and I think this will be a great addition
By Darren Allan published
Windows 11 is getting a nifty ability to let you pick up where you left off with apps on your Android phone.

I was at the Windows 95 launch 30 years ago – I still can't stop thinking about it
By Lance Ulanoff published
Windows 95 launched 30 years ago today. Here are some of my memories from that wild, carnival-like event.
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