Can you still get a Windows 10 upgrade for free?Microsoft kept giving away free upgrades to Windows 10 on old hardware for more than eight years. The upgrades officially ended in 2023, but I've seen scattered reports that it still works for some people. So, do you feel lucky?May 13, 2024 by Ed Bott in Enterprise Software
This 11-in-1 docking station freed up my cluttered workspace, and it's 40% offThe Baseus Spacemate docking station features a unique upright design that frees up precious desk space and has all the ports.May 2, 2024 by Adrian Kingsley-Hughes in Tech
Having VPN connection issues? Microsoft warns the April 2024 Windows update is to blameIf you install the latest Windows update, your VPN connections may fail. Microsoft says it's working on a fix.May 2, 2024 by Lance Whitney in Windows
How to transfer photos from your Android device to your Windows computerYou can transfer photos from your Android phone to your Windows PC using a variety of methods. Here are five easy ways.May 1, 2024 by Lance Whitney in Smartphones
The 5 GIMP features I depend on most when editing images (and how I use them)If you're looking for a powerful, free image editor, look no further than GIMP, which includes a few features that are essential for creating great images.April 30, 2024 by Jack Wallen in Linux
7 ways to make Windows 11 less annoyingI told you last year that Microsoft would crank up the Windows money-making machine. Here's how to turn off the ads, upsells, and cross-sells.April 30, 2024 by Ed Bott in Windows
Microsoft is now showing ads in Windows 11's Start menu. Here's how to block themAppearing for all Windows users via a new update, the ads highlight recommended apps from the Microsoft Store.April 24, 2024 by Lance Whitney in Windows 11
My top 5 tools to beat distractions and get more writing done - or any work, reallyTo avoid distractions, I enlist a particular set of tools. Whatever your writing platform - Linux, MacOS, Windows, Android, or iOS - help is here.April 16, 2024 by Jack Wallen in Productivity
Microsoft may try to block third-party customization apps in Windows 11 24H2So far, at least two customization apps won't install or run in the current beta for this year's major Windows 11 update.April 8, 2024 by Lance Whitney in Windows 11
Learn how to automate system administrator tasks with Windows PowerShell for just $16IT pros and system administrators can significantly increase their productivity with the skills taught in the 2024 Windows PowerShell Certification Bundle.April 4, 2024 by StackCommerce in Education
Want to keep getting Windows 10 updates next year? Here's what it will costThe official price list for the Windows 10 Extended Security Updates program is out. For businesses, it's shockingly expensive. For educators, it's just a few bucks. Here's how it works.April 3, 2024 by Ed Bott in Windows
Windows 12 FAQ: Is it coming in 2024? (Plus some surprising predictions)Microsoft isn't talking, but I've collected rumors, speculation, and wild-ass guesses about the next version of Windows in this FAQ to help you get ready.April 1, 2024 by Ed Bott in Windows
What is an AI PC? (And should you buy one?)How does a computer powered up to handle artificial intelligence tasks differ from a regular PC? Who's making them? And where does Windows 12 fit in? We answer all your burning questions.March 28, 2024 by Adrian Kingsley-Hughes in PCs
What graphics card do I have? How to check your GPU and driversHere's how to identify your Windows PC or laptop's graphics card (or graphics subsystem) and make sure everything is up-to-date.March 13, 2024 by David Gewirtz in Windows 11
How to use Windows Backup to restore key files and settings onto a new PCWith the Windows Backup tool, you can restore a backup of one PC to another.March 12, 2024 by Lance Whitney in Windows