Future versions of Windows 11 will require you to complete the out-of-box experience (OOBE) with both internet access and a ...

Some features I thought were optional turned out to be tied to important parts of Windows. Updates stopped installing ...

Your weekly snapshot of cyber chaos: from Oracle 0-Day exploits to fresh spyware, phishing kits, and ransomware twists—here’s ...

Above and beyond the benefits of a fresh do-over, clean installing Windows 11 improves security, exposes new features, and ...

Vista completely revamped the old, resource-heavy Indexing Service that earlier versions of Windows used to locate files. The Vista indexing engine, which is still in use today, can scan file names, ...

Drag Tray is a top-edge flyout designed to simplify and speed up file sharing by offering app-specific options for individual files, while excluding folders, collections, or containers like ZIPs, and ...

Readers help support Windows Report. We may get a commission if you buy through our links. Microsoft Copilot is integrated into Windows 11 and Microsoft 365 apps, but not everyone needs it. If you ...

If you're in the market for a new laptop, you'll most likely end up buying one that runs on Windows 11 Home or Pro. However, regardless of the edition, the feature set will mostly be the same. You get ...

Windows Defender is a crucial security tool designed to protect your system from harmful files and malware in Windows 11/10. However, dealing with it can sometimes be frustrating, as it mistakenly ...

Microsoft will sunset free support and security updates for Windows 10 on October 14, 2025. The company has put forth some basic recommendations in its Windows 11 transition guide: Back up your files, ...

Sharing files across local devices should be simple, but in Windows 11, it often isn’t. By default, Microsoft enabled password-protected sharing, forcing you to enter login details every time you ...