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Microsoft is no stranger to computers. The company has come a long way since ‘75 and now creates a range of products and services that span the entire spectrum of consumer tech. Whether you’re a fan of Microsoft Office or the latest from the Surface product family, chances are you’ve used a Microsoft product at one point or another. To help you make sense of the company’s many projects and endeavors, we’ve curated a hub that houses the latest news, reviews, and Microsoft-related tutorials. Windows was only the beginning, after all.

A person using 1Password on a desktop all-in-one computer while sat at a desk. There are two laptops next to them on the desk.

How to measure your PC’s power use, and why it matters

Whether you're looking to upgrade your computer or want to save money on your energy bill, here are several ways you can monitor the power draw of your PC.
Outlook in Firefox on an iMac.

How to change a signature in Outlook on desktop and web

Iron Mask and Shionne attack in Tales of Arise.

Xbox Game Pass gets one of 2021’s best games today

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Get 79% off a lifetime license for Microsoft Office for Mac

Xbox Series X on a table.

Xbox Series X Presidents’ Day deals: Consoles, games, and more

The new Start Menu in Windows 11, 22H2

How to get Windows 11 for free

Microsoft Gaming CEO Phil Spencer during Updates on the Xbox Business | Official Xbox Podcast.

Xbox and Embracer’s mass layoff explanations aren’t good enough

Four soldiers walk in a Helldivers 2 trailer.

Bringing Helldivers 2 to Xbox eventually isn’t such a bad idea

Two squads of heroes clash in an Overwatch 2 trailer.

All cross-platform games (PS5, Xbox Series X, PS4, Xbox One, Switch, PC)

Xbox's logo used during the Extended Games Showcase

Every key detail from Xbox’s business update: new console, multiplatform games, and more

Xbox Series X on a table.

Xbox says its next console will be gaming’s ‘largest technical leap’ ever

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Starfield isn’t going multiplatform, but 4 Xbox games are

The Xbox Elite Series 2 Core controller.

This could be your excuse to finally buy the Xbox Elite Controller 2

The Microsoft Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2, which is great for both PC and Xbox Series X players, is available from Dell for a more affordable $145.
Android Apps on Windows 11.

How to install Android apps on Windows 11

Windows 11 supports Android apps through the Amazon Appstore, but getting everything set up is tricky. Here's how to install Android apps on Windows 11.
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A new Windows 11 hardware system requirement may be incoming

The upcoming Windows 11 24H2 update will now make it impossible to run the OS on an old PC.
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Windows 11 will use AI to automatically upscale games

Microsoft may be adding its own super resolution tech to the next big Windows 11 update. The feature was spotted in a Windows Insider build.
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Xbox will reveal its future in a podcast this week. Here’s how to tune in

Microsoft will give more details about its strategy for Xbox going forward during the next episode of the Official Xbox Podcast.
The Master Sword in Tears of the Kingdom.

The best single-player games

Single-player adventures are some of the most beloved and immersive gaming experiences out there. These are the best single-player games.
Living room with Microsoft Xbox Series X (L) and Sony PlayStation 5 home video game consoles alongside a television and soundbar.

Every rumored Xbox exclusive coming to PS5 and Switch

As we wait for Xbox to share its new vision for its future, here's every Series X game that's reportedly coming to other platforms.
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The best Xbox Series X games for 2024

The Xbox Series X is here and already kicking off the next generation of consoles with tons of memorable games. Here are the best ones to check out for 2023.
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7 beloved Windows apps that Microsoft has killed over the years

Explore the digital graveyard of once-beloved applications as we unearth the top discontinued gems from Microsoft's software vault.
Windows 11 on a tablet.

How to start Windows 11 in Safe Mode

If Windows 11 isn't performing as it should, then you can diagnose things by booting the operating system into Safe Mode. Here's how to do just that.
Xbox Series X and S system.

Xbox Series S and Series X just had their prices slashed at this retailer

Microsoft's Xbox Series S and Xbox Series X are available with discounts of $60 and $50, respectively, from Dell. If you want to buy either console, do so now.
Players make a tackle in gameplay action of Madden NFL 24.

Madden 24 is coming to Xbox Game Pass just in time for the Super Bowl

Xbox Game Pass is getting Madden 24, Resident Evil 3, and some must play indies this month.
Phil Spencer at BlizzCon 2023

Xbox teases a new future for Xbox as multiplatform rumors circulate

Microsoft confirmed plans to explain its vision for the future of Xbox following rumors that games like Hi-Fi Rush and Starfield would go multiplatform.
Jun Kazama holding a bird in the forest in Tekken 8.

How to unlock Jun Kazama’s side story in Tekken 8

There are a few loose ends after wrapping up Tekken 8's story mode — the big question being what happened to Jun Kazama. Here's how you can find out.
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Xbox games on PS5? It’s not as shocking as you think

With rumors circulating that Starfield could be coming to PS5, it's worth assessing how Xbox is changing the way we think about consoles.
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Microsoft Surface Pro 9 with Surface Pro Keyboard is $440 off

The Microsoft Surface Pro 9 with 16GB of RAM, a 256GB SSD, and the Surface Pro Keyboard is currently available from Best Buy for $1,100 after a $440 discount.

S.T.A.L.K.E.R 2: Heart of Chornobyl: release date predictions, trailers, gameplay

Stalker 2: Heart of Chornobyl is coming sometime in 2023. Here's what you need to know about the release date, gameplay trailer, multiplayer, and preorders.
Two climbers attempt to climb a glacier.

Alex Honnold on life after Free Solo and new docuseries Arctic Ascent

In a conversation with Digital Trends, famed climber Alex Honnold discusses finding purpose after El Cap and filming his new Disney+ docuseries, Arctic Ascent.
The keyboard and trackpad of the MacBook Pro.

How to choose between a MacBook and a Windows laptop

The MacBooks versus Windows laptops debate has been raging for decades, but never has it been this intense or important.
The back of the Surface Pro 9, with the kickstand pulled out.

The Surface Pro could finally live up to its potential this year

The Surface Pro 10 has a chance of finally being a true 2-in-1 without compromises.
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How to password-protect an Excel file on Windows and Mac

Sending Excel files containing crucial financial and business data has risks. To add a layer of protection, you should learn to password protect an Excel file.
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The video game industry has laid off thousands this year. Here’s what that means for you

With over 6,000 developers laid off in January alone, the video game medium has been dealt some devastating blows that we'll all feel long term.

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