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How to turn on the interesting but contentious Recall program on Microsoft Copilot+ PCs
By Claire Tabari published
Recall is now available to try — there are just a few hoops to jump through in order to access it

This latest Windows 11 update bug may finally convince me to switch to Linux
By Sarah Chaney published
A recent Windows 11 update (KB5039302) was released with a major issue that caused reboot hell for some users. It appears to be fixed for now, but it might be the final straw for me.

The best version of Windows 11 isn't made by Microsoft
By Claire Tabari published
Windows 11 Government Edition would be awesome

This Windows 11 setting can ruin your Copilot+ PC gaming — how to turn off Automatic Super Resolution
By Sarah Chaney published
A new Windows 11 setting made just for Copilot+ PCs isn't meshing well with many games, even games the setting is supposedly compatible with.

External hard drive not showing up? Here's how to fix it.
By Sarah Chaney published
If your external hard drive isn't showing up on your computer, and you've got precious data you don't want to lose, here are a few easy solutions to try.

How to update BIOS on a Windows laptop
By Madeline Ricchiuto published
If you've run into some trouble getting your Windows laptop to run properly, you may need to update the BIOS (basic input/output system) of your machine.

How to mirror your phone to Windows 11 — why wait for macOS Sequoia?
By Sarah Chaney published
iPhone Mirroring is one of the most exciting features Apple talked about at WWDC 2024, but it already exists between iPhones and Windows 11 PCs. Here's how to use the feature.

Microsoft hastily rethinks controversial Copilot+ PC feature ahead of launch
By Rael Hornby published
Microsoft's killer Copilot+ PC app has come under fire for its security and privacy downfalls, but it's rethinking and retooling Recall ahead of its June 18 launch.
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