How a system snapshot can save you when your OS goes awry - create one today

ZDNET's key takeaways A system snapshot ensures you always have the means to restore.Some operating systems have built-in ...

Adios, Windows: These alternatives make switching from Microsoft easy

Windows is not the perfect operating system for everyone. We show you what alternatives there are and the advantages and ...

How to 'defrag' your computer and improve its speed when it's operating slower than usual

Most modern Windows operating systems will defrag your computer automatically, but you can do it manually if you have Windows ...

How to use passkeys to keep your computer safe

Learn how to use passkeys on Windows and Mac computers without cameras or fingerprint readers. Discover secure authentication ...

Windows 10 is officially retired. Here's how to protect your computer without upgrading

Microsoft will no longer be offering free security updates for Windows 10. If you're not ready to upgrade to Windows 11, here ...
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Operating System Explainers

Microsoft’s Copilot generative AI is popping up on the web, in mobile apps, in the Edge browser, and especially in Windows. But just what exactly is it? Here’s everything you need to know. The Windows ...

PC stuck on Windows 10? This HP All-in-One with Windows 11 Pro is 63% off today

The HP 23.8-inch All-in-One Desktop Computer ships with Windows 11 Pro, a 1TB SSD, and 32GB of RAM. Get it while it's on sale ...

Saudi startup Humain to launch new AI-based operating system

RIYADH (Reuters) -Saudi AI firm Humain is planning to construct approximately 6 gigawatts of data centre capacity and is ...
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Windows 10 is officially retired. Here's how to protect your computer without upgrading

Question: What should I do with my older computer that can’t run Windows 11? Answer: Now that the October 14, 2025 deadline has passed, Windows 10 is officially retired, meaning Microsoft will no ...