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Best free virtual machine software for Windows 10 and 11 in 2024
By Richard Devine last updated
Virtualize Building virtual machines on Windows doesn't have to cost a penny, so here's all the best free software to use.
This new feature is basically AirDrop but for Windows PCs and Android
By Sean Endicott published
Simple sharing You'll soon be able to seamlessly share files back-and-forth between your PC and your Android devices.
Microsoft still has time to fix this hideous Start menu "update"
By Sean Endicott published
Please fix this The new category view in the Windows 11 Start menu needs more time in the oven.
What is the Microsoft Defender app, and how do I get started on Windows 11 and Android? This Microsoft 365 benefit explained.
By Mauro Huculak published
Extra security If you have a Microsoft 365 subscription, you can download the Defender app to access additional security features not available on Windows 11 or 10.
Microsoft kicks the bucket with Paint 3D, will deprecate the app later this year
By Zac Bowden published
RIP 3D Once poised to replace classic Windows Paint, Microsoft's modern Paint 3D app is now being sunset this November.
Microsoft plans new mixed-reality VR headset to rival Apple Vision Pro — may run Windows apps via the cloud
By Zac Bowden published
Microsoft VR A new report claims Microsoft has placed an order for thousands of micro-OLED displays that will be used in a new VR headset by the company as soon as 2026.
How to prevent Grok from using your data for AI training on X
By Mauro Huculak published
Stop data training X (formerly Twitter), by default, uses your posts and activities to train its Grok AI chatbot, but you can opt out of this experience in at least two ways. Here's how.
Microsoft almost ditched Windows' spaghetti architecture for a cloud-based OS but mysteriously sent it to an early grave
By Kevin Okemwa published
MIDORI(?) Microsoft had developed a new 'Midori' OS that would potentially replace Windows.. it doesn't exactly have the same ring to it.
Surface Pro 11 with 5G and Surface Laptop 7 is now available for pre-order via Microsoft's "for business" store
By Zac Bowden published
If you've been waiting to buy the new Surface Pro 11 with 5G, or waiting for the device to be made available via Microsoft's commercial channels, the wait is finally over.
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