3 Xbox Game Pass games you should play this weekend (May 17-19)
If you're wondering which Xbox Game Pass titles you should check out this weekend, we recommend these games from Ubisoft, Focus Entertainment, and EA.
If you use a VPN, don’t skip this important Windows 11 update
Microsoft has released patch to fix VPN issues that cropped up after its April security update.
Insane deal gets you Microsoft Office for Mac or Windows for $25
Just now, we've found a great deal that gives you Microsoft Office 2019 for Mac or Windows at a price point of just $25. That's $204 off of the typical $229.
Bundle deal gets you Windows 11 and Microsoft Office for $50
Right now, you can get a lifetime license for the All-in-One Microsoft Office Pro 2019 for Windows set and a Windows 11 Pro license as a bundle for just $50.
Activision forms studio to develop new narrative-driven franchise
Activision is breaking away from Call of Duty with the launch of Elsewhere Entertainment, a new studio that will develop a narrative-driven franchise.
How to check what motherboard you have in two easy steps
Checking your motherboard model isn't hard to do, but it's not as intuitive as other components. Here's how to find out.
How to customize the Windows 11 Start Menu
Your Windows 11 Start Menu can be customized to fit your wants and needs. Here’s how to add, move, and remove elements of this important Windows menu.
How to draw in Microsoft Word
Looking to add some visual charm to your next Word document. How about doodling a picture or two? Here’s how.
How to optimize Windows 11 and Windows 10 for gaming
Windows is the place to be for PC gamers, but it's not perfect for gaming out of the box. Here's how to optimize your Windows 11 laptop or desktop for gaming.
How to choose between a MacBook and a Windows laptop
The MacBooks versus Windows laptops debate has been raging for decades, but never has it been this intense or important.
A massive Windows 11 AI feature may launch next week despite privacy concerns
The AI Explorer app is rumored to be launched next week despite privacy concerns.
How to find your Windows 11 product key
Your Windows 11 product key is an important piece of information that you’ll be able to access in a few different ways. Here’s a step-by-step guide to help.
How to factory reset Windows 10 or Windows 11
If your PC is being sold or has serious errors, then your best option is to factory reset Windows. We'll walk you through the entire process, step by step.
Microsoft finally fixed copy and paste in Word
Microsoft Word makes pasting easier and cleaner thanks to the merge formatting option that you can start using right now.
Macs just got a huge AI boost
With the launch of the ChatGPT desktop app, Macs just became a lot more AI-friendly.
Whatever you do, don’t buy a Windows laptop right now
A major revolution in the world of Windows laptops is just around the corner, and it's worth waiting for.
The most common Sea of Thieves problems and how to fix them
Have you encountered issues voyaging in Sea of Thieves? Here's which problems players have found and how to get back to smooth sailing with fixes.
How to block a website
Need to learn how to block a particular website from your kids? Here are multiple ways to do so, using both first- and third-party software on Windows and Macs.
Hurry! Surface Pro 9 and Surface Laptop 5 have hefty price cuts today
The Microsoft Surface Pro 9 and the Microsoft Surface Laptop 5 are both discounted on Best Buy right now, but hurry because the offers may end at any moment.
Windows 11 may bring Live Tiles back from the dead — sort of
Start Menu Companions seem to behave like the now discontinued Live TIles feature from Windows 8.
The simple reasons HDR looks terrible on your PC
It's a struggle to get a great HDR image out of your PC, but it doesn't have to be. Here are the simple reasons why.
Closed Xbox studios pitched sequels to Hi-Fi Rush, Dishonored
A new report reveals that Tango Gameworks was pitching Hi-Fi Rush 2 to Microsoft, while Arkane Austin wanted to potentially work on a new Dishonored.
The 6 best iPad alternatives in 2024
Looking for an alternative to the Apple iPad? These tablets from Microsoft, Samsung, OnePlus, and more are great options.
Microsoft says 75% of office workers already use AI at work
Microsoft has published its Annual Work Trend Index, and to no one's surprise, use of AI took the spotlight.
The 6 best detachable laptops in 2024
The best detachable laptops are easy to use, work well as both a tablet and laptop, and don't require constant maintenance. Here's a look at the best of 2024.
How to keep your Microsoft Teams status active
Learn how to keep Microsoft Teams active so you never appear as Away to your boss and are always reachable for calls and messages.
Redfall review: multiplayer sucks the life out of a promising vampire shooter
The single-player and multiplayer experiences within Redfall are constantly at odds with one another, and neither side wins that fight.
This simple app was a surprising upgrade to my gaming PC
Sometimes the simplest Windows apps turn out to be the most useful, and JustScroll definitely fits that description.
Microsoft Xbox Series X review: You’re going to want a Game Pass subscription
A lack of must-have exclusives continues to stall Microsoft’s momentum, despite the Xbox Series X being a hardware beast.
Blue Screen of Death: What it means and what to do if you get one
The Blue Screen of Death, or BSOD, is a common Windows error faced by many people over the years. Here's what to do if this appears on your screen.
3 Xbox Game Pass games you need to play this weekend (May 3-5)
If you're looking to dig into Xbox Game Pass' catalog this weekend, give these three games a try.
Scores of people are downgrading back to Windows 10
Will the upcoming Windows 11 24H2 update help Microsoft boost the adoption of Windows 11?
How to sail solo in Sea of Thieves
Looking to sail the ocean blue in Sea of Thieves, but don't want to assemble a ramshackle crew of scoundrels? These tips will help you best other crews alone.
The latest Windows update is breaking VPN connections
Microsoft has just confirmed that the April 2024 Windows security updates break VPN connections across client and server platforms.