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How to install apps on a laptop

We walk through how to install apps on a laptop, including how to download games to a laptop.

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7 best Windows 11 themes: How to quickly transform your Windows desktop

Switching up your Windows 11 theme is a great way to breathe new life into your laptop. There are a ton of themes available, but these 7 are our favorites.

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Employees spill some secret changes coming in a future Microsoft Store update

An updated version of the Microsoft Store is now in testing among Insiders. The update improves the speed of the store in several key areas and reduces loading times.

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Dropbox's new beta app brings saved files to the File Explorer and Taskbar on Windows 11 for easy accessibility

Dropbox recently launched a new beta version of its app for Windows 11 and Windows 10 users. It lets users access files directly from the File Explorer or Taskbar.

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Windows 11 transparent taskbar: Give your Windows desktop a clean new look for spring

The Windows 11 taskbar, whether you have it centered or left-aligned, can look bulky at the bottom of your screen — so make it transparent instead!

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How to open HEIC files in Windows 11

If you have an iPhone and a Windows computer, you know the ecosystems don't always mesh flawlessly. With an HEIC file extension, however, opening your iPhone photos on Windows 11 is pretty easy.

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How to download and install Final Fantasy XIV on Xbox as it finally comes to consoles

After many years of waiting and requests, Final Fantasy XIV and all its expansions have finally come to Xbox Series X|S. We have rounded all the details on its launch and where you can purchase and download it.

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Microsoft is forcefully upgrading users to the new Outlook app for Windows before it imminently replaces Mail & Calendar apps to "become familiar with the new and improved experience"

Microsoft is trying to get more users to try the new Outlook app for Windows, using a pop-up notification indicating that the Windows Mail and Calendar are becoming the new Outlook for Windows.

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Final Fantasy 14 on Xbox will require Game Pass to play and feature a new microtransaction currency for optional purchases

The Xbox Series X|S version of Final Fantasy 14 will require players to have an Xbox Game Pass subscription.

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Final Fantasy 14's new Xbox-exclusive currency proves confusing for the MMO's community, yet all too familiar for Microsoft's console veterans

FFXIV Coins are the the new hotness, maybe

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You can now play “Deathloop,” “Dishonored” and more Xbox games on Boosteroid — but there’s a catch

You can now play several big Xbox games on Boosteroid, but it's going to cost you. Here's what gamers should know.

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The 7 first things you should do when setting up your new ASUS ROG Ally handheld

The ASUS ROG Ally and its upgraded X variant are amazing PC gaming handhelds — here are the 7 best tips and tricks for setting up yours during the holidays.

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How to remap the Copilot key on Windows 11

Windows 11 has a Copilot key built in, but sometimes you want to move it around. Here's how to remap the Copilot key in Windows 11, using the versatile Microsoft PowerToys.

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Here's why Windows Subsystem for Android got killed off, according to a 29-year Microsoft veteran

Microsoft recently announced the end of support for Windows Subsystem for Android. Now, a Microsoft veteran shared why the feature failed to stick around.

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Microsoft is axing support for Android apps, leaving users to search for other solutions

Microsoft is discontinuing Android app support for Windows, leaving users to look for alternatives to run their favorite Android apps and games.

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Microsoft is killing Windows 11's Android emulator -- no one will miss it

Windows Subsystem for Android was a huge disappointment and proved that people don't need

Windows Central

How to keep system and apps up to date on Windows 11

On Windows 11, you can update the system, apps, drivers, and Microsoft products, and in this guide, I will teach you how.

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My favorite Windows 11 tool's latest update means there's absolutely no reason you shouldn't be using it

With each update to Windows Package Manager there's less and less reason not to use it, and this one is no exception as it can now prompt your system to reboot.

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What is PC Manager and how to get started using it on Windows 11

On Windows 11, you can now install the PC Manager app to improve performance with features to quickly and easily optimize memory updates, delete junk files, disable startup apps, scan for malware, and more.

Windows Central

How to batch install multiple apps on Windows 11

On Windows 11, you can use winget, Dev Home, and other graphical tools to batch install multiple apps on your computer, and in this guide, I'll show you how.

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Tired of Windows File Explorer? This app makes it way easier to navigate everything on your PC

Files App 3.2 introduces enhanced navigation, UI improvements, and stability fixes, offering Windows users a sleek alternative for efficient file management.

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Avowed FAQ: Release window, character creation, platforms, gameplay, and other questions answered

Avowed is an upcoming first-person fantasy RPG from Obsidian Entertainment, set in the Pillars of Eternity universe. Here's everything you need to know.

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Two years isn't a long time to wait for this 4.5-star-rated app that lets you boost the performance of your Windows 11 PC

Microsoft finally shipped the PC Manager app to broad availability. It allows users to optimize the performance of their Windows PC by performing a health check, managing storage, and more.

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Apple TV, Apple Music and Apple Devices apps on Windows mean you (almost) never have to open iTunes on your PC

Apple just released the Apple TV, Apple Music and Apple Devices apps on Windows through the Microsoft Store. The apps have been in preview for around one year and are now generally available.

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Microsoft Store now lets you instantly try games without downloading them - and it might mean I finally use it

Microsoft Store introduces Instant Games for Windows, allowing users to play without downloads and offering a quick, casual gaming experience.

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