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Microsoft extends some vital security protection to Arm devices

By Craig Hale published 30 May 23

Endpoint Data Loss Prevention for Windows Endpoints is coming soon to Arm devices - now in preview.

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How to change your default browser in Windows

By Allisa James published 26 May 23

If you ever wanted to learn how to change your default browser and choose one you actually like, this guide is the one for you.

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Microsoft is finally introducing the feature that’ll make me upgrade to Windows 11

By Darren Allan published 25 May 23

Never combine is here! In testing, anyway, so hopefully the taskbar will be a more welcoming place with the 23H2 update.

It's not just you - even your work PC doesn't want to upgrade to Windows 11

By Craig Hale last updated 24 May 23

Windows 10 still accounts for four in five enterprise installs - why can't we let get?

5 things that Mac does better than Windows

By Michelle Rae Uy published 21 May 23

I'm not saying Mac is better than Windows, but it does do a lot of things better.

The 4 Windows features the next MacBook Air needs to have

By Allisa James published 20 May 23

As excellent as the M1 Apple MacBook Air is, there are several ways in which Windows laptops beat it out.

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Microsoft is working on a mega security patch for some of its most crucial issues

By Sead Fadilpašić published 12 May 23

Microsoft's project is going to take almost a year to complete but when it's done, it should address the BlackLotus bootkit.

How to start Windows 11 in safe mode

By Allisa James published 8 May 23

When you’re having trouble with Windows 11, running your PC in Safe Mode is a great way to troubleshoot the issue as you can narrow down the cause.

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Microsoft could soon make Windows 11 less annoying – and it's about time

By Christian Guyton published 2 May 23

Pop-ups, begone: a Windows 11 preview build has shown a new way to cut down notifications in Microsoft’s flagship OS.

How to make a video call on WhatsApp

By Allisa James published 28 April 23

Making video calls on WhatsApp is simple and this step-by-step guide shows you how on Android, iPhone, and your desktop.

Microsoft is turning to Rust to safeguard some of its most crucial core code

By Craig Hale published 28 April 23

Rust promises a more secure Windows, but the team of developers is already looking beyond Rust.

Microsoft gives tips on spotting this undetectable malware

By Sead Fadilpašić published 13 April 23

The BlackLotus UEFI bootkit might be dangerous and stealthy, but Microsoft shows there are ways to find and remove it.

This Windows update might have just fixed Mac printing for good

By Mike Moore published 7 April 23

Whether you use a Windows or Mac at work, Universal Print is set to solve a major workplace problem.

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Microsoft could be working on an AI-powered Windows to rival Chrome OS

By Christian Guyton published 29 March 23

The tech giant apparently has an AI-assisted ‘modular’ version of Windows in the works, and I’m cautiously optimistic about it.

Microsoft’s ChatGPT-powered Bing gets a personality makeover you may not like

By Darren Allan published 14 March 23

Microsoft has changed one of its Bing chatbot’s personalities to be a bit more boring.

This dangerous Windows ransomware is now going after Linux networks too

By Sead Fadilpašić published 10 March 23

IceFire spotted targeting Linux devices as researchers warn of a growing trend.

CCleaner's VPN gets faster and more secure

By Chiara Castro published 2 March 23

VPN Kamo's Private Connection adds WireGuard as default protocol, allowing users "to take more ownership and control over their digital lives."

This dangerous UEFI bootkit can hijack your Windows PC with ease

By Sead Fadilpašić published 2 March 23

It bypasses Windows antivirus protections and can deploy other malicious threats.

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North Korean hackers target phones, Windows devices with new malware

By Sead Fadilpašić published 15 February 23

New malware can scan for connected mobile devices and steal data from those, as well.

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Using Windows 10 at work will soon end for some users

By Craig Hale published 14 February 23

Microsoft EOS announcements are coming like buses, and the latest to arrive is Windows 10 20H2.

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