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Denmark Wants to Dump Microsoft Software for linux, LibreOffice
The Danish Ministry for Digital Affairs will move half of its employees off Windows and Microsoft 365 next month as part of a four-year 'digital sovereignty' push.
Best Laptop Deal of the Day: $202 Savings When You Bundle the 2025 Microsoft Surface Pro
At PCMag, we love two things: reviewing laptops and finding them on sale. We're all about the best new tech and saving our readers money, so let's check out today's deal!
Wait, Did Apple's 'Liquid Glass' Design Steal From Windows Vista?
PC users can't help but notice the similarities between Apple's 'liquid glass' design philosophy and the Aero interface in Microsoft's Windows Vista OS from 2007.
Xbox's New Handheld PC With Asus Is Official, Coming Later This Year
Microsoft and Asus partner on two new handheld consoles that combine the best bits of an Xbox with the latter's ROG Ally series of handhelds.
Get Your Favorite Office Apps for a One-Time $30 Payment
The full 2019 Office suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, OneNote, and more, is on sale now.
A OneDrive Security Flaw Might Share Everything in Your Cloud With Third-Party Services
Be careful when using OneDrive’s File Picker to share access to your documents. Vague language indicates services like ChatGPT, Slack, and Zoom are getting access to your entire account.
You Can Now Make Sora AI Videos on Bing. Here's What You Get for Free
Powered by Sora, the new Bing Video Creator lets you make AI videos for free, but there are some limitations.
Skip Microsoft 365 Fees: This Microsoft Office 2021 Download Is Just $49.97
Make a one-time payment for full access to Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and more. Plus, it's available to you offline and without recurring fees.
Laptop USB-C Ports Are Not Created Equal. Microsoft Wants to Change That
Not every USB-C port on a laptop supports data, power, and an additional display, so Microsoft is calling on vendors to implement a 'minimum bar for USB-C port capabilities on PCs.'
Get Windows 11 Pro and Learn How To Master It for Just $25
The OS is bundled with an in-depth training course with 150+ lessons from customizing your workspace to troubleshooting common issues.
Windows 10 vs. Windows 11: Should You Upgrade Now?
Even if you're perfectly content with Windows 10, updates will soon cost extra and you'll eventually need to switch to Windows 11. I compare the two operating systems so you know what to expect upon upgrading.
It Might Not Be Your PC: This $15 Upgrade Can Fix a Host of Issues
With features like DirectStorage, Windows 11 Pro allows faster load times by sending game assets straight to your GPU. It also gives your interface a modern overhaul.
Stop Paying Monthly Fees for Microsoft 365 When Owning Microsoft Office Costs Only $25
This license includes essential software like Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, and even pairs well with older or refurbished PCs.
One Deal, Two Major Upgrades: Get Office and Windows 11 for Just $55
This bundle includes a modern OS, pro-level tools, full Office access, and crucial apps like Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and OneNote.
Developers Can Get Microsoft Visual Studio Pro and Coding Lessons With This Outstanding Deal
Learn to code like a pro for just $49.97 with this discounted bundle that includes courses covering Python, C++, MySQL, and OpenAI fundamentals.
Xbox Delays Handheld Development to Focus on Windows 11 PC Gaming Instead
Don’t expect that Xbox handheld device any time soon. According to a new report, Microsoft is focusing on optimizing Windows 11 for third-party handhelds first.
Microsoft Looks to Centralize All Windows App Updates in One Place
Microsoft wants to phase out fragmented, individual updates for third-party apps across its OS and launch a central platform within Windows Update, similar to Android or macOS.
Want a Better PC Experience? 14 Quick Ways to Tweak Your Windows Taskbar
The Windows Taskbar provides quick and easy access to your favorite apps, but it also offers several settings you can customize to change how it works.
Get a Microsoft Office Pro 2021 License for an Unbelievable One-Time Fee of $50
With no recurring costs or hidden fees, you'll receive access to top programs like Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Publisher, and Access.
Microsoft Adds Gen AI Features to Paint, Snipping Tool, and Notepad
Windows Insiders can generate AI stickers in Paint and text in Notepad by entering prompts.
