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5 steps to a lean, clean Windows machine

Performing a regular disk-cleaning regimen frees up precious storage space and helps keep Windows 10 or 11 operating smoothly. Follow some or all of these steps to get yourself a lean, clean machine.

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Windows 11: A guide to the updates

Here’s what you need to know about the latest updates to Windows 11 as they’re released from Microsoft. Now updated for KB5030219, released on Sept. 12, 2023.

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Windows 10: A guide to the updates

Here's what you need to know about each update to the current version of Windows 10 as it's released from Microsoft. Now updated for KB5030211, released on Sept. 12, 2023.

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Windows desktop apps are the future (with or without Windows)

From cloud PCs and smart TVs to Chromebooks, Macs, and Linux systems, everyone is betting on traditional Windows desktop applications.

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How to share a Windows 10 or 11 PC

Need to share a PC among employees or temporary workers at the office, or with family members at home? No problem — here's how to do it.

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Windows on Mac improves for professional environments

Highlights of the latest Parallels Desktop release include TouchID support for Windows, much improved Intune enrollment, and remote access to VM instances in the cloud.

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The line-blurring brilliance of Google's new ChromeOS-Windows connection

Google's latest ChromeOS improvement brings Windows apps even closer to the heart of the operating system — with a very Googley twist.

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Should you upgrade to Windows 11? It’s complicated

The choice is yours – but it also depends on your hardware. Some PCs shouldn’t run Windows 11, and others shouldn’t run Windows 10.

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Microsoft cheat sheets: Dive into Windows and Office apps

These guides will help you find your way around several generations of Microsoft’s Office apps for Windows — and Windows itself.

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Patch Tuesday: Microsoft rolls out 90 updates for Windows, Office

Microsoft released 90 updates for the Windows and Office platforms this week along with another update for Microsoft Exchange — paired with a warning about failed updates to Exchange Server 2016 and 2019.

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Windows 10 Insider Previews: A guide to the builds

Get the latest info on new preview builds for Windows 10 22H2 as they roll out from Microsoft. Now updated for 19045.3391 (KB5029331) for the Release Preview Channel, released on Aug. 10, 2023.

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Make multitasking a Snap on your Windows PC

Here’s how to put your Windows PC’s ultimate multitasking feature to use — and how to go beyond it for even more power, whether you’re using Windows 11 or Windows 10.

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Drive cloning in Windows 10 and 11

In workplace practice, disk cloning supports various valuable uses. Learn how to clone a drive in Windows 10 or 11 using two recommended tools.

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‘Windows is a declining ecosystem,' Jamf CEO says

Dean Hager argues that Windows is on its way out: “Organizations must realize that in 10 years’ time, Windows will not be the dominant ecosystem."

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8 ways to be more productive in Windows 11

Think Windows 11 can’t give you a productivity boost? Think again. Try these tips to get more accomplished in less time.

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For tech users, change is good

It’s increasingly important to avoid platform lock-in, whether you’re a dedicated Windows user, an Apple fan, or prefer Android — because with technology, change is a constant.

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Four zero-days make July 's Patch Tuesday a 'patch now' update

Microsoft rolled out fixes this week for 130 security issues, including four zero-day flaws affecting Windows. Time to patch!

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Microsoft wants you to pay for Windows from the cloud — good luck with that

Windows can sometimes be glitchy. Windows in the cloud would be worse, especially for anyone who doesn't have their own IT desk.

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