PC hardware? Never felt better. Windows? Never felt worse. What gives?

CES 2026 was home to some of the most impressive PC hardware I've ever seen. On the other hand, Windows keeps getting worse.

Windows 11 gets more modernized dialogs in build 26220.7653

Microsoft is finishing this week with a new build for Windows Insiders in the Beta Channel. Build 26220.7653 is now out with more redesigned parts of the Settings app, Click to Do improvements, and a ...

Microsoft begins testing Windows 11 26H1 as it retools the OS for next-gen chips

Microsoft's latest Windows 11 test build is not about eye-catching features, it's about engineering. With the release of ...

Windows 11 26H1 pulls in features from 25H2, but you won’t get it just yet

The Windows 11 26H1 preview isn't a flashy update, but it plays a vital role by consolidating delayed features and preparing ...
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Windows 11 Home vs. Pro: What You Gain From Upgrading (and What You Don't)

To upgrade an existing Windows 10 PC that meets the hardware requirements for Windows 11, it doesn't cost anything. That's ...

Windows 11 26H1 preview build gets missing features from 25H2

If you're an Insider, you can test the new features of the next version of Windows 11. Here's what's new and what to expect.
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Windows 11 was barely usable until I changed these 6 default settings

To keep OneDrive from launching automatically on startup, you can open the Task Manager, go to the Startup Apps tab, and ...

Making this simple Windows change helps me stay inspired when life is overwhelming

My Windows 11 desktop changes throughout the day with stunning and inspirational wallpapers. I get a taste of my dream ...