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There's a new member of the Windows operating system anime family, but she hasn't yet been named. Meanwhile, Google search tracks when a store is crowded, and Amazon Dash buttons go on sale to the public.

Microsoft charges $15 for a program to play DVD movies on Windows 10, but you can get free programs to do the same thing. Also, Facebook jumps on the Periscope trend with celebrity live streams, and businesses can chat with you on Facebook's Messenger.

It's time to decide whether or not to shake up your current computer with Microsoft's latest operating system. We run down the best reasons why - and why not - to upgrade.

CNET's Dan Graziano shows you how to play Xbox One games on your PC.

Here is how to change some important settings in Windows 10 to optimize your experience.

CNET editor Dong Ngo reveals how to make a clean install (with zero apps baggage) of Windows 10 on any PC.

CNET's first impression of Windows 95 was that it would create a huge impact, what with the long file names, taskbar and a recycle bin for unwanted files. Check out this vintage review along with Microsoft's own promotional video that went with the launch.

Microsoft's brand-new operating system becomes official on Wednesday, but Samung and Motorola make big announcements to steal the spotlight.

Available on Verizon Wireless, the LG Lancet runs Windows Phone 8.1 and features a 4.5-inch display, an 8-megapixel camera and a quad-core processor.

CNET editor Dong Ngo shows you how to safety change your mind on Windows 10 and revert to a previous version of Windows.