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Windows 11 download: How to get Microsoft's new OS now without waiting

Windows 11 download: How to get Microsoft's new OS now without waiting

If you haven't got the upgrade yet, Windows 11 Installation Assistant is your shortcut to Microsoft's latest OS.

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Microsoft launched Windows 11. Now what? Essential info about the new OS

Microsoft launched Windows 11. Now what? Essential info about the new OS

What's in Windows 11? Who has access to the new OS today? Here's everything we know.

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Get Microsoft Office for free: How to use Word, Excel and PowerPoint at no cost

There are a few caveats to keep in mind, but we'll tell you everything to know about getting all the tools in Microsoft 365 without spending a dime.

Windows 11 vs. Windows 10: Everything Microsoft changed in the new OS

Microsoft's new operating system has started to roll out. Before you download Windows 11, here's every major upgrade compared to Windows 10.

Windows 11: 6 of the best features in Microsoft's new OS and how they work

We'll tell you how to use Android apps, Snap Layouts, Widgets and other new Windows 11 features.

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Windows 10 default settings that aren't good and how to disable them

Windows 11 is here. But if you're still using Windows 10, a few minutes' work can stop annoying notifications, improve your computer's speed and boost your privacy online.

by Alison DeNisco Rayome

Windows 11 download: How to get Microsoft's new OS now without waiting

If you haven't got the upgrade yet, Windows 11 Installation Assistant is your shortcut to Microsoft's latest OS.

by Alison DeNisco Rayome

Windows 11: 6 of the best features in Microsoft's new OS and how they work

We'll tell you how to use Android apps, Snap Layouts, Widgets and other new Windows 11 features.

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Amazon shopping hack lets you send gifts the sneaky way -- without an address

Amazon Prime members get a new perk ahead of the holiday season, a quick way to send gifts without digging around for a delivery address. We'll tell you how to do it, and what the catch is.

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6 ways to delete yourself from the internet: Getting off the grid isn't as easy as it seems

You can never completely remove all your personal information from the web, but here's how to get started.

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Best VPN service for Amazon Fire TV Stick in 2021

Your ISP doesn't need to know what you're binge-watching. Here's how to choose a VPN for your Amazon Fire TV Stick.

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Best Mac VPN 2021

These VPN services are flexible, fast and secure for use with Apple's MacOS.

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Windows 11 has arrived, but here's why not everyone will get the upgrade yet

Microsoft is rolling out its new operating system in phases. We'll explain what that means for you and your computer.

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How to screen record on iPhone and iPad: It's easier than you think

You can make a quick walkthrough or show off your mobile gaming skills. It only takes a few taps.

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This hidden Netflix trick will uncover your next favorite TV show or movie

Find hidden, bingeable gems by using genre codes to make the streaming algorithm work for you. Here's how to do it.

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Make your iPhone's home screen more useful with a Smart Stack. Here's how

With Apple's Smart Stack, you can declutter your iPhone home screen and get all the information you need in a few swipes.

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Get Microsoft Office for free: How to use Word, Excel and PowerPoint at no cost

There are a few caveats to keep in mind, but we'll tell you everything to know about getting all the tools in Microsoft 365 without spending a dime.

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NASCAR Playoffs 2021: How to watch the Hollywood Casino 400 today without cable

You don't need cable TV to watch the racin' and rubbin' at the Kansas Speedway on Sunday for the second Round of 8 race.

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Dune, Halloween Kills, HBO Max, Peacock? Where to stream movies in theaters now

Some new movies in theaters are streaming. Others aren't. Here's if and where you can stream Dune, Halloween Kills, No Time to Die, The French Dispatch, Ron's Gone Wrong and more.

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There's no need to compromise on VPN choices if you're a Microsoft fan, whether you're using Windows 10 or Windows 11.

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Peacock TV: Halloween Kills, Premier League, NFL and everything else to know

Peacock streams a lot free, but if you want to watch Halloween Kills at home at the same time it's in theaters, or live Premier League matches, you'll need to pay.

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