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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Latest about Windows 11
Stick with Copilot+ PCs if you're shopping for Cyber Monday deals
By Zac Bowden published
Copilot+ These exclusive features won't ever be available on others, and the gap will only increase.
How to set up a guest account to safely share a Windows 11 PC
By Mauro Huculak last updated
You can still create a restricted guest account to share the device with other people, and in this guide, I'll show you how on Windows 11.
The verdict is in: Windows Recall is great, actually
By Zac Bowden published
Great! After much controversy and delays, Recall is turning out to be Windows' first truly useful AI productivity tool.
Black Friday laptop tips: Check for these specs on a Copilot+ PC
By Mauro Huculak published
AI PC tips If you're in the market for a Copilot+ AI PC, be aware of promotions that could be deceiving. Here's what you have to look for.
19 Task Manager tips to get the most out of your Windows 11 PC
By Mauro Huculak published
Task Manager If I had known these tips before, I would probably have been more productive using the Task Manager.
Microsoft is finally ready to let you try Windows Recall — first preview build for Copilot+ PCs available now
By Zac Bowden published
Preview After months of delay, Microsoft is finally ready to publicly test its controversial Windows Recall feature.
The Windows 11 widgets panel just got a bit worse
By Sean Endicott published
Gone missing Microsoft removed several of its widgets from the Microsoft Store on Windows 11. The removals leave a mostly empty section of the store lacking key widgets.
How to upgrade a compatible PC to Windows 11 from Windows 10
By Mauro Huculak last updated
Are you still using Windows 10? Here's how to upgrade to Windows 11 for free.
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