CCleaner Was Distributing Malware for a Month
CCleaner, a popular piece of security software with a squeaky clean reputation, was distributing malware for the best part of a month. Which means you need to update ASAP.
Windows 10 Fall Creators Update Release Date Confirmed
The Windows 10 Fall Creators Update finally has a release date, but what will be included in the next big update? Let's take a look.
Consumer Reports: Don't Buy a Microsoft Surface
Consumer Reports is no longer recommending the Microsoft Surface as a worthy purchase. This is because, according to existing owners, the Microsoft Surface has a high failure rate.
You Can Now Try the New Outlook.com Beta
Microsoft has been busy improving Outlook.com. So, in order to get feedback on the changes, the company has launched a beta. And you're invited.
Microsoft Kills Its Windows Phone Keyboard for iOS
Microsoft is removing Word Flow from the App Store. This means that the critically acclaimed keyboard app will no longer be available to iOS users who haven't already downloaded it.
Microsoft Will Pay You to Find Bugs in Windows 10
Microsoft has launched a new bounty program aimed at encouraging Windows users to find bugs in its products. And doing so could bag you up to $250,000.
Kaspersky Launches a Free Antivirus for Your PC
Kaspersky is launching a free version of its award-winning antivirus software worldwide. Kaspersky Free offers the most basic protection for free for anyone and everyone who wants it.
Microsoft Paint Is Dead, Long Live Paint 3D [Updated]
Microsoft Paint is officially being killed off, with Microsoft deprecating the program with the release of Windows 10 Fall Creators Update. Rest In Peace, Microsoft Paint: 1985-2017.
Microsoft Blocks Some Intel PCs From Updating Windows 10
If you own a device powered by a Clover Trail Atom processor then you're never going to be able to upgrade beyond the Windows 10 Anniversary Update. And that's final.
Windows Phone Is Dead As Microsoft Ends Support
Microsoft has officially pulled the plug on Windows Phone, having ended all support for Windows Phone 8.1. There is still Windows 10 Mobile, but Microsoft doesn't seem to care about that either.
Ubuntu Is Now Available on the Windows Store
Windows Insiders can now download and install Ubuntu onto Windows 10. This brings Linux and Windows together in an unholy union few ever imagined they'd live long enough to witness.
Microsoft 365 Should Put Less Stress on IT Departments
Microsoft has unveiled Microsoft 365, a new offering for businesses which brings together Office 365, Windows 10, and Enterprise Mobility + Security. Which should help prevent IT departments from losing their minds.
You Can Now Play PS4 Games on Your PC
Sony has added a selection of PS4 games to PlayStation Now. Which means that for the first time ever you can now play PS4 games on your PC.
Microsoft Forces OneDrive Users to Start Using NTFS
Microsoft is suddenly, and without warning, insisting OneDrive users only use drives formatted using NTFS. Which makes zero sense.
Microsoft Delays New Windows 10 Timeline Feature
Microsoft has delayed Windows 10's new Timeline feature. We don't know when it will be ready, but we do know it won't be ready in time for the Windows 10 Fall Creators Update.
Microsoft Office Is Now Available on the Windows Store
You can now download Microsoft Office directly from the Windows Store for the first time. Unfortunately, at the moment the apps are only available to Windows 10 users at the moment.
Google Drive Will Now Backup and Sync Your Files
Google is replacing Google Drive for PC and Mac with a new tool that it calls Backup and Sync. This allows you to backup and sync all of your various files and folders.
Cortana Now Helps You Save Money When Shopping Online
Cortana, Microsoft's digital personal assistant, can now help you save money when you're shopping online. Which is nice of her.
Microsoft Redesigns Skype for the Next Generation
Microsoft has launched a new version of Skype which has been redesigned from the ground up. Skype's makeover borrows elements from Snapchat, Instagram, and Facebook Messenger.
Google Abandons Its Free Photo Editing Tools
Google is abandoning the Nik Collection. The company isn't killing its set of photo editing tools, but Google isn't developing it any further, putting the future of the Nik Collection in doubt.