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Some Windows 11 Users Are Hearing an 18-Year-Old Startup Noise

Those running the latest Windows 11 Insider Preview are treated to the Vista startup sound. Microsoft has confirmed it is a bug, rather than an easter egg.

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I've Been Following the Windows 12 Rumors—Here's What I Think Is Coming for Microsoft's Next OS

More AI features and a modular design are among the biggest rumors about the yet-to-be-announced Windows 12. These are the leaks I trust.

Become a Windows 11 Expert: 30 of Our Favorite Tips and Tricks You Need to Know

Customize your Windows 11 experience, learn about the best new features, and squeeze the most out of Microsoft's superb desktop OS with these hand-picked tips and pointers.

'BrowserVenom' Windows Malware Preys on Users Looking to Run DeepSeek AI

Antivirus provider Kaspersky traces the threat to malicious Google ads.

6 Simple Tricks I've Learned That Make My Windows PC Boot Faster

Does Windows take a long time to start up? Don't wait forever! I've learned six tips that will speed up your computer's boot process.

Want a Better PC Experience? 14 Quick Ways to Tweak Your Windows Taskbar

The Windows Taskbar provides quick and easy access to your favorite apps, but it also offers several settings you can customize to change how it works.

Windows 10 vs. Windows 11: Should You Upgrade Now?

Even if you're perfectly content with Windows 10, updates will soon cost extra and you'll eventually need to switch to Windows 11. I compare the two operating systems so you know what to expect upon upgrading.

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Hand sweeping, vacuuming, and mopping is a thing of the past if you've got a handy robot doing the work. Share your thoughts on your floor cleaner today for a chance to win a $250 Amazon gift card.