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

Windows 11 24H2 reference spotted – does this mean no Windows 12 next year?
By Darren Allan published
Windows 12? Windows 11 24H2? The naming roulette wheel continues to spin with a fresh rumor.

Microsoft charging for Windows 10 updates is a necessary evil – but will it get people to upgrade?
By Matt Hanson published
Microsoft has announced that after its end of life, you’ll need to pay for Windows 10 updates.

Windows 11 23H2 reportedly has a nasty bug slowing down PC games – but there’s a fix
By Darren Allan published
Are your PC games stuttering badly after updating to Windows 11 23H2? You’re not alone.

Windows 12 launch date leak is an early Christmas gift for struggling laptop makers
By Matt Hanson published
Windows 12 needs to be a hit – not just for Microsoft, but for the entire PC market – and it may launch next year.

Windows 10 users may not get Copilot yet due to the same weird bug that’s plagued Windows 11
By Darren Allan published
Microsoft is rolling out Copilot to Windows 10 users now, but if you have a multi-monitor setup, you won’t get the AI.

New Windows 11 energy-saving option could save money and extend your laptop’s battery life
By Darren Allan published
A new Energy Saver feature is being tested which could beef up battery life, and also save money on running a desktop PC.

This Windows app could soon let you use your phone as a webcam
By Alex Blake published
Code snippets show that Microsoft is working on allowing Android phones to be used as Windows webcams.

Check your Windows 11 Start menu for an HP app that’s mysteriously installing itself without permission
By Darren Allan published
HP Smart app has gone rogue, apparently, and is installing itself from the Microsoft Store.
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