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Windows Central Podcast: Nobody wants the Surface Laptop 7?

Daniel and Zac discuss the state of Windows on Arm, Surface Laptop 7 return drama, Microsoft's upcoming smaller Surface PCs, and Windows 11 25H2.

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Microsoft publishes Windows roadmap as it promises transparency around feature availability

Microsoft publishes Windows roadmap as it promises transparency around feature availability

Microsoft is launching a new roadmap to help users better understand when new features are coming to Windows 11.

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Nacon Rig M2 Streamstar review

Nacon Rig M2 Streamstar review

On paper, it makes all the right noises. In reality? It's complicated.

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Would PlayStation block its PC Steam games from running on a future Windows-based PC-like Xbox? Let's discuss.

A debate has been raging on social media about whether or Sony will, or even *can* block its PlayStation games on Xbox.

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Dangerous new CoffeeLoader malware executes on your GPU to get past security tools

A new loader was spotted sporting some creative solutions to remain hidden.

How to easily create an unattended answer file for Windows 11

On Windows 11, you can create an answer file with all the configuration settings to perform a fully automated installation of Windows 11, and in this guide, I'll explain the steps to complete this process.

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Handheld gaming PCs have a Windows problem — but maybe not for long

SteamOS is slowly but surely coming to revamp your clunky handheld gaming PC software

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Over one billion users will get a new Microsoft user experience, and it has a dark mode

Over one billion users will get a new Microsoft user experience, and it has a dark mode

Microsoft is rolling out a new account sign in experience to over one billion users over the next month. The new experience has a modernized design and is optimized to be used without a password.

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Microsoft Surface Laptop 7 vs. Apple MacBook Pro M4 14-inch: Mac and Windows go head to head once again

Microsoft Surface Laptop 7 vs. Apple MacBook Pro M4 14-inch: Mac and Windows go head to head once again

The Microsoft Surface Laptop 7 and Apple MacBook Pro M4 14-inch appeal to the same people, but are very different. We take a closer look at where each one excels.

From pixels to pinot: The Windows XP 'Bliss' wallpaper hill was real and this is what it looks like now

From pixels to pinot: The Windows XP 'Bliss' wallpaper hill was real and this is what it looks like now

Rolling grasses have given way to a vineyard in northern California.

I tested the WithSecure Elements EPP and EDR - read how I rated this Endpoint Protection for small business

I tested the WithSecure Elements EPP and EDR - read how I rated this Endpoint Protection for small business

An affordable cloud-managed solution with smart automated remediation services.

Was Windows Mixed Reality as bad as I remember? I look back at the failed VR platform that was ahead of its time.

Was Windows Mixed Reality as bad as I remember? I look back at the failed VR platform that was ahead of its time.

Windows Mixed Reality didn't make it to its 10th anniversary, but it made a significant splash in the VR world during its limited run.

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Broadcom warns of worrying security flaws affecting VMware tools

Broadcom warns of worrying security flaws affecting VMware tools

A fix for an authentication bypass vulnerability was recently released, and VMware users should apply it ASAP.

Dan Ives Is Pounding the Table on Microsoft Stock. Should You Buy the Dip?

Dan Ives Is Pounding the Table on Microsoft Stock. Should You Buy the Dip?

The Wedbush analyst sees the Windows maker as the best AI play right now.

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Chrome failed to install on Windows PCs, but Google has issued a fix — here's what happened

A handful of Reddit users said they couldn't install Chrome on their Windows PCs. Here's what they said, along with a potential workaround.

"This app can't run on your PC": Google's Chrome Installer broke on Windows, but there's a fix

Google's Chrome Installer was incompatible with Windows operating systems this morning. So naturally, Windows users are not happy. Thankfully, we have a fix.

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A quick look at Xbox's new "Game Hubs," a small new feature that may be more meaningful than you think

Microsoft's new Game Hubs more closely aligns the Xbox platform with Steam and Xbox PC features ahead of an expected convergence between console and Windows.

This dangerous new ransomware is hitting Windows, ARM, ESXi systems

VanHelsing variant works across different platforms, including Windows and Linux.

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Windows 11's Photos app is about to get a big update, and it's all about AI

Windows 11’s Photos app is getting AI-powered tools, including a Copilot button, OCR text search, and quick AI editing shortcuts in File Explorer.

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How exactly does Minecraft's Vibrant Visuals upgrade change the game? Here are side-by-side comparisons, and everything else you need to know

Mojang Studios has announced the Vibrant Visuals update for Minecraft, the long-awaited graphical overhaul. Here's everything I know, with some comparisons.

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The Last of Us Part 2 Remastered PC requirements and specs — Can your computer run this dark story?

The Last of Us Part 2 Remastered PC requirements and specs are now available, meaning you can check to see if your gaming rig is ready.

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Microsoft's Xbox strategy has reader opinions split almost perfectly in half

I recently polled Xbox players on our social media channels, and the results showed an even split of opinion on Microsoft's strategy for the brand.

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Microsoft begins testing next phase of Windows 11 — Dev Channel to flight new platform changes

The latest Windows 11 preview build marks the start of a new range of builds intended to test underlying platform work for version 24H2 (and probably 25H2.)

Microsoft Surface Laptop 7 vs. Dell XPS 13 (2024): Which laptop should you trust to fuel your productivity?

The Microsoft Laptop 7 and the Dell XPS 13 (2024) are both AI-powered Ultrabooks that are, in some ways, similar, but in others, very different.

Windows-on-Arm woes: Amazon warns customers about Surface laptop returns

The Snapdragon X Elite laptops were the first set of Copilot+ PCs, and were generally well received, thanks to their fast performance and long battery life.However, not everyone has been pleased with their Snapdragon-powered laptop.

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