Most mini PCs can be upgraded. Here’s what’s worth doing
Mini PCs have long since become more than just simple office computers. They sit on your desk, behind your monitor, in the living room or in your home lab, where they handle tasks that used…
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Microsoft fixes the Windows 11 bug slowing down some Dell PCs
Over the weekend, Microsoft released an unscheduled Windows 11 update, identified as KB5121767 for users on versions 24H2 and 25H2. The patch is intended to resolve an issue that’s occurring on a limited number of…
HP fined 1.4 billion rupees for “cartelization” of ink cartridges, toner, PCs
The agency also fined 21 HP resellers 35.2 million rupees (about $365,335). In a separate order, the CCI said that WhatsApp records showed that HP and 16 of its Tier-2 reseller partners operated “in a…
Microsoft is cutting OneDrive support on older Windows 10 PCs
If you’re still using an older version of Windows 10, you may soon encounter problems synchronizing your files with Microsoft’s cloud storage service, OneDrive. Neowin reports that the company will be discontinuing OneDrive’s support for…
Microsoft’s July update is blocked on some Dell PCs. Here’s why
Earlier this week, Microsoft released its big July update that patched hundreds of security flaws and introduced some new features and bug fixes. Unfortunately, update KB5101650 is not being rolled out to some Dell PCs…
Microsoft found malware that destroys PCs. Here’s who’s actually at risk
Microsoft has discovered a new piece of malware that not only spies on data but also renders entire systems unusable. The malware, known as GigaWiper, combines several destructive functions with a powerful backdoor for attackers.…
Why DisplayPort beats HDMI for gaming PCs
Many gaming PCs aren’t delivering their full potential because the monitor and graphics card are connected via HDMI. While this usually works without any problems, it does not always make full use of the system’s…
Secure Boot certificate updates are broken on some PCs, Microsoft confirms
On June 24th, several older Microsoft certificates expired, meaning that many Windows 10 and 11 users need to update their computers. Without properly updated certificates, Windows Secure Boot will stop working and can no longer guarantee…
A mysterious white window is showing up on Windows PCs. Here’s a fix
An increasing number of Windows 10 and Windows 11 users are seeing “white windows” in the corners of their screens, according to BetaNews. (Here’s one example, posted by a Reddit user.) Affected users are reporting…
Microsoft is now force-upgrading all Windows 11 home PCs to 25H2
Microsoft has quietly followed through on its past announcement by rolling out Windows 11 25H2 to all compatible PCs running Windows 11 Home or Pro. Until now, the upgrade was optional and required user consent,…