First, we are going to change the boot order as without doing so, the computer will boot from an empty hard drive or another source. So this step ensures that the computer boots from the installation ...

For a certain kind of computer buyer, the first thing you always did with a new laptop or desktop from a company like Dell, HP, Acer, or Asus wasn’t to open the box and start using it. Instead, you ...

If you're building a new workstation or gaming PC or acquired a device that doesn't have an operating system, you will have to install Windows 11 manually. Although if you have never done it before, ...

Windows 10 is officially no longer supported after today, and it's time to upgrade to Windows 11. As long as you have a supported PC, it's very easy to install. But ...

Installing an operating system onto your rig isn't exactly riveting, but it's a vital part of any gaming PC experience. Not only does an OS enable us to play the latest Steam games and ingest memes on ...

A few months ago, when Broadcom purchased VMware, it made VMware Fusion, the second most popular Windows virtualization solution for Mac users, behind Parallels, free for personal use. With that move, ...

How long will it take to update your PC to the Windows 11 2024 Update? If my tests are any indicator, you’d be twiddling your thumbs for a lot longer than usual. Microsoft characterizes Windows 11 ...

Let me state the obvious right up front: it's not a good idea to upgrade extremely low-end PCs to Windows 11. Microsoft requires a minimum of 4GB RAM and 64GB of free ...

While the Windows world focuses on failed updates and a new automated upgrade that has just gone live for all users, ...

Moving your files onto a new PC is just one part of the puzzle. Sure, you’ll need a backup program or a cloud sync tool like Microsoft OneDrive to move files onto a new PC, but you’ll also need to ...

If you're envious of the Steam Deck experience or looking for an alternative to Windows 11, you're in luck. You can install the Steam Deck’s operating system ...