Microsoft keeps trying to force Widgets and Apps on its userbase and we don't want an part of it, yet it returns every so often.

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If you are having a Windows PC with Intel 11th Generation processor (Intel Tiger Lake) and fail to install Windows 11/10 on it, this guide is for you. Many are ...

With this simple, all-in-one solution you can create a stunning site with no technical know-how, but could Wix be a bit too simple for you?

The rise of AI tools and services has added a new twist to the decline and fall of standalone Windows PCs. For years, I’ve been watching the slow evolution of classic Windows PCs into cloud-based ...

I'm encouraged by Microsoft's 2026 roadmap, but these long-standing Windows 11 issues still matter most to everyday PC users. Our team tests, rates, and reviews more than 1,500 products each year to ...