Operating Systems

Ads are everywhere, and it's disappointing that they are now coming to the Windows 11 Start Menu – but fortunately, you can still remove them.

Avoid the hassle of typing individual addresses. Discover how to streamline group communications with our guide to creating and using email groups in Gmail.

Speech-to-text may be built into Windows, but it’s not set up. Here’s how to get started with speech-to-text and tips for getting the best results.

There isn't a single switch to stop automatic updates for Windows 11, but I have found three easy ways to disable automatic updates in your settings.

A multitude of improvements are coming to Apple devices this fall, including huge updates to primary apps as well as how you access your apps and information your home screen.

If you were on the fence about buying a new Mac, check out Apple's latest lineup of cheaper and faster iMacs and MacBooks.

Windows 7 and  8 computers and tablets get a free upgrade to Windows 10 until July 29. Here's how to get your copy of Windows 10 and set it up.

New technology from Microsoft may soon make passwords obsolete. With Windows Hello, a glance at the camera or touch of your finger can sign you in.

Haven't you already paid for Windows 10? Ads have begun creeping onto the Windows 10 lock screen, but there's a way to make them stop.

A software update for Amazon Fire tablets brings a blue light filter to help you sleep after nighttime reading, parental controls and a kid-friendly browser.

Recent data shows Windows 10 use has grown 12.4 percent from early 2015, as Windows 7 use shrank 7 percent.

Have an old monitor or TV gathering dust? With the $85 Google Chromebit, turn it into a full-fledged computer running Chrome OS.

Noticed that your Apple device running iOS 9 is blazing through your data allotment? Find out if iOS 9’s Wi-Fi Assist feature is the culprit and how to turn it off.

The new Windows 10 feature Wi-Fi Sense gives all of your contacts, Facebook friends and more access to your password-protected home Wi-Fi network.

Hackers could gain complete control of your Windows PC via this recently discovered vulnerability in Windows Font Driver if left unpatched.

The Microsoft Windows 10 companion apps will help sync music, photos, docs and the Cortana personal digital assistant across all your devices.

The Windows 10 operating system, featuring voice-activated digital assistant Cortana and a Start menu, will be free for the first year after release.

Microsoft has officially discontinued OEM sales of Windows 7 and the retail sale of its Windows 8 operating system as of October 31.

Microsoft has tentative plans to debut its Windows 9 operating system at a developer preview event this September, with a full release next year.

The public beta for Apple's Yosemite (OS X 10.10) operating system is limited to the first million to sign up for it.

Microsoft has released a must-install Internet Explorer security update for owners of Windows 7, Windows 8 and Windows XP computers.

Apple has released iOS 7.1, an update to its mobile operating system that brings bug fixes, security updates and user interface improvements.

Microsoft has agreed to continue supporting XP users with anti-malware signatures until after the release of next year's Windows 9.

Microsoft recently ended sales of its Windows 7 operating system, though you can still find an OEM copy if you're willing to put in work.

The new Microsoft Remote Desktop app allows you to connect to Windows 8.1 Pro PCs directly from your iOS or Android smartphone.

With the release of Windows 8.1 approaching, Microsoft has made the latest update to its flagship operating system available for pre-order for $119.

OS X Mountain Lion lives up to the raves and is well worth the $20 cost of upgrading.