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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 KB5035853, released on March 12, 2024.

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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 KB5035845, released on March 12, 2024.

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Windows 11’s new approach to troubleshooting

In Windows 11 23H2 and beyond, Microsoft is deprecating Windows 10-style troubleshooters in favor of a new architecture. But never fear: assisted troubleshooting is alive and well.

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Microsoft unveils new AI tools for Windows 11

The latest skills allow Copilot to adjust PC settings, while generative AI features in Clipchamp and Photos enable improved editing.

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Microsoft Copilot Pro review: Office joins the genAI revolution

Microsoft’s Copilot Pro brings the generative AI chatbot to Office for everyone. But is it worth the monthly subscription fee?

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Microsoft fixes two zero-days with Patch Tuesday release

Microsoft pushed out 73 updates in February's Patch Tuesday release, including fixes for two actively exploited zero-day flaws in Microsoft Outlook and Microsoft Exchange.

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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 Build 19045.4116 for the Release Preview Channel, released on Feb. 15, 2024.

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Nvidia unveils ‘Chat with RTX,’ a personal AI chatbot for Windows

Users can add custom context for queries while the data remains local, bolstering security and privacy.

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Apple improves iCloud for Windows, kills iTunes

Among the changes to the widely used application are support for physical security keys, dark mode, and an improved user interface.

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5 dark mode upgrades for your Windows 10 or 11 PC

Microsoft is slowly making dark mode better on Windows, but these tips will give your dark mode a big upgrade today.

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How to make a Windows 10 or 11 image backup

Making a full system image backup preserves not only your files, but Windows and all its settings as well. Here are the best free Windows backup and recovery tools with step-by-step instructions.

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Key features of Windows 11 Enterprise

From security to productivity to management and more, the Enterprise edition of Windows 11 packs a powerful business punch.

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GenAI is moving to your smartphone, PC and car — here’s why

Generative AI tools, apps and services that use the processing power on edge devices can access data locally, return faster results, and they're more secure.

Fleet adds Windows support to its Apple-first MDM software

The multi-platform upgrade comes as many continue to manage their way through the effects of Broadcom’s acquisition of VMware.

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Russia hacks Microsoft: It’s worse than you think

This time, hackers attacked corporate execs, not customers. That might finally push the US government to focus on long-ignored security concerns.

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7 ways to use Microsoft Copilot right

The free version of Microsoft’s generative AI chatbot is available in Windows and on the web. Here’s how to make the most of it.

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Yes, you can officially run Windows on Apple Silicon Macs

Parallels Desktop for Mac now runs on Arm versions of Windows 11 on the newest Apple M3 Macs — and lots of developers are taking advantage of the option.

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Before you buy a Windows 11 'AI PC' in 2024, read this

The AI PC hype is building to a fever pitch after CES 2024, but here's the truth: if you're hoping to be blown away by what these computers can do, you need to temper expectations.

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