Ed Bott

A new version of the popular Rufus utility once again bypasses Microsoft's strict hardware compatibility requirements for Windows 11 upgrades. But the way it's implemented might make some people nervous.

Running Ethernet wiring is a messy, expensive job. If you have cable outlets, you can use an inexpensive adapter to set up a high-speed wired connection with minimal effort. And it works no matter where you get your internet.

Running Ethernet wiring can be a messy, expensive job. If you have cable outlets, you can use an inexpensive adapter to set up a high-speed wired connection with minimal effort. And it works no matter where you get your internet.

A new version of the popular Rufus utility once again bypasses the strict hardware compatibility requirements for Windows 11 upgrades. Your move, Microsoft.

Before you get rid of an old laptop, ensure your personal files are fully deleted and unrecoverable. Here's how.

New to Windows 11? We've got answers to all your questions - from system requirements to TPMs, Windows 12 expectations, and more - including those you didn't think to ask.

If you keep bumping into annoying Windows problems, the solution might be easier than you think. Skip the clean install and try this fix instead. It's fast and easy, and the results can be nearly miraculous.

What makes a password strong now? How long should it be? How often should you change it? Here's what the cybersecurity pros at NIST recommend - some of which may surprise you.

Here's how your local files can get hoovered into Microsoft's OneDrive cloud storage without your knowledge and how to clean up the mess.

Businesses can expect to pay a shockingly high sum for Windows 10 Extended Security Updates. Educators will fare better. And for the first time, consumers can sign up - but there's a catch.