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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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Microsoft tames some ads in Windows 11, says big taskbar change is imminent
I've had my doubts about Microsoft's campaign to fix Windows 11 this year, but they're slowly melting away.
Windows 11 can be a RAM hog so I'm using this tool I've found as a solution
Windows 11 and other applications are using way too much RAM, so I found a temporary solution while Microsoft's project K2 begins.
Microsoft CEO's comments on Windows 11 fill me with hope, but also fear
Satya Nadella talking about consumers in relation to Windows 11 is mostly reassuring, with a notable exception.
Microsoft's project K2 could finally make Windows as fast as SteamOS
Microsoft is currently in an ongoing battle to improve Windows 11 for idle use and gaming to compete with SteamOS, and it has a big plan for it.
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.
