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How to manually update Microsoft Defender
It’s imperative to keep Microsoft Defender up to date even when Windows Update isn’t working. Here are several methods to manually update Defender.
Windows Hello for Business: Passwordless authentication for Windows shops
Microsoft has brought biometric sign-in to Windows 10 business and enterprise users with Windows Hello for Business. Here’s how it works and how to deploy it to your users.
The best apps to restore the classic Windows Start menu and taskbar
Take back control of your PC’s Start menu and taskbar, whether you’re running Windows 10 or Windows 11.
10 new Windows 11 features in the October 2023 update to try now
Windows 11’s big update for the year isn’t only about artificial intelligence.
How to replace Edge as the default browser in Windows — and why you shouldn’t
Here’s how to make Chrome, Firefox, or another browser the primary one in Windows 10 or 11. (But are you sure you want to?)
You're probably going to use Microsoft Copilot wrong
Microsoft is pitching Copilot as a transformative productivity tool. The reality is more complicated.
Don’t expect much from Copilot for Windows (yet)
The preview version of Copilot in Windows can save you time, but only for a limited number of simple tasks.
How to fix Windows 10 and 11 printing problems
Although Windows 10 and 11 are generally stable, printer issues do occur from time to time. Here are some tips to work around typical Windows print gotchas.
The AI future of Windows is here
Forget Windows 12: Microsoft’s big AI push is starting on your current Windows 11 PC on Sept. 26.
5 steps to a lean, clean Windows machine
Performing a regular disk-cleaning regimen frees up precious storage space and helps keep Windows 10 or 11 operating smoothly. Follow some or all of these steps to get yourself a lean, clean machine.
How to share a Windows 10 or 11 PC
Need to share a PC among employees or temporary workers at the office, or with family members at home? No problem — here's how to do it.
Should you upgrade to Windows 11? It’s complicated
The choice is yours – but it also depends on your hardware. Some PCs shouldn’t run Windows 11, and others shouldn’t run Windows 10.
Microsoft cheat sheets: Dive into Windows and Office apps
These guides will help you find your way around several generations of Microsoft’s Office apps for Windows — and Windows itself.
Make multitasking a Snap on your Windows PC
Here’s how to put your Windows PC’s ultimate multitasking feature to use — and how to go beyond it for even more power, whether you’re using Windows 11 or Windows 10.
8 ways to be more productive in Windows 11
Think Windows 11 can’t give you a productivity boost? Think again. Try these tips to get more accomplished in less time.
Microsoft wants you to pay for Windows from the cloud — good luck with that
Windows can sometimes be glitchy. Windows in the cloud would be worse, especially for anyone who doesn't have their own IT desk.
How to handle Windows 10 and 11 updates
You can significantly delay some Windows updates, temporarily pause others, control what time of day they’re installed, uninstall problematic updates, and more. Here’s how.
Businesses to boost Windows 11 adoption in ‘24, but Windows 10 still dominates
Economic uncertainty has slowed enterprise adoption of Windows 11, but analysts expect most companies to make the transition next year – if economic fears don’t get in the way.
The good and bad about Windows 11
The latest version of Windows has seen a slow uptake since it arrived in 2021, but it’s not a bad operating system.
