Windows 11

Launched in October 2021, Windows 11 started a new era as the latest version of Microsoft's official operating system, pre-loaded onto the best laptops and sold separately for custom-built desktop PCs. It continues to receive significant updates, like Windows 11 version 24H2, which is loaded with new features and supports modern hardware like Neural Processing Units (NPUs) to handle local Artificial Intelligence (AI) computing tasks offered by Microsoft Copilot and third-party apps.
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Microsoft begins testing next phase of Windows 11
By Zac Bowden published
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Windows Search is getting an AI boost, but you’ll need a Copilot+ PC to use it
By Sean Endicott published
Windows 11 AI-powered Windows Search is coming to Copilot+ PCs, enhancing file and settings searches. It's in final testing but limited to Snapdragon models for now.

How to do a clean installation of Windows 11
By Mauro Huculak last updated
Fresh install Do you need to perform a clean install on Windows 11? In this guide, I'll show you everything you need to know for a successful process.

Microsoft Store update brings 150+ changes, including improved downloads & theme browsing
By Sean Endicott published
Apps A major Microsoft Store update will improve downloads, game installs, and theme browsing. Plus, new AI Hub for Copilot+ PCs is rolling out.

How has the Windows Start menu evolved after Microsoft's 50 years?
By Mauro Huculak published
Windows As Microsoft turns 50, we're looking at the Start menu's changes from its debut in Windows 95, passing through 98, ME, Vista, 7, 8, 8.1, 10, and 11.

News roundup: Surface Laptop 7 warnings, Minecraft updates, and a leaked Xbox feature
By Sean Endicott published
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How to upgrade an unsupported computer to Windows 11
By Mauro Huculak last updated
If you use this Microsoft workaround, you can still install Windows 11 on an unsupported computer.

Microsoft finally removes Windows 11 upgrade block for PCs with this 2018 racing game
By Sean Endicott published
Windows 11 Microsoft has lifted a Windows 11 upgrade block that prevented some PCs with Asphalt 8 from updating to version 24H2.
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