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How to turn on Windows Defender
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Software

How to turn on Windows Defender

Find out how to switch on Windows Defender in Windows 10 and Windows 11, and turn it off again if necessary
27 Feb 2023
What to do if you're still running Windows 7
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Microsoft Windows

What to do if you're still running Windows 7

Businesses still using Windows 7 are at great risk, and should form an update plan
14 Nov 2022
Windows vs Linux: What's the best operating system?
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operating systems

Windows vs Linux: What's the best operating system?

Comparing software, performance, usability, and security across both systems to final end the Windows vs Linux debate
24 Oct 2022
How to check if your PC is compatible with Windows 11
Windows 11 splash screen
Microsoft Windows

How to check if your PC is compatible with Windows 11

Find out if your PC is ready for the brave new world of Windows 11 with this guide.
5 Sep 2022
How to downgrade from Windows 11 to Windows 10
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Microsoft Windows

How to downgrade from Windows 11 to Windows 10

Are you missing Windows 10? Here’s how to get it back if you’re regretting your Windows 11 upgrade
5 Sep 2022
How to move the Start Menu in Windows 11 to where it belongs
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Microsoft Windows

How to move the Start Menu in Windows 11 to where it belongs

…and other tips to make Windows 11 feel like Windows 10
5 Sep 2022
Command Prompt Windows 10: What is it and how does it work?
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Microsoft Windows

Command Prompt Windows 10: What is it and how does it work?

We take a look at one of the most basic - and most powerful - features in Windows 10
15 Jul 2022
Making the most of Disk Management on Windows 10
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Microsoft Windows

Making the most of Disk Management on Windows 10

We look at why disk management in Windows 10 is important, how to do it, and its benefits
22 Jun 2022
How to factory reset Windows 10
The Cortona screen on Windows 10
operating systems

How to factory reset Windows 10

If your Windows 10 system isn't playing ball, you can reset it back to its factory conditions
13 May 2022
How to boot Windows 10 in Safe Mode
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Software

How to boot Windows 10 in Safe Mode

Everything you need to know about starting Windows 10 securely and returning to normal boot
6 May 2022
IT Pro Panel: The road to Windows 11
IT Pro Panel: The road to Windows 11
Microsoft Windows

IT Pro Panel: The road to Windows 11

As the new OS gears up for rollout, we talk to our panellists about their upgrade plans
29 Nov 2021
The IT Pro Podcast: Saying goodbye to software
The IT Pro Podcast: Saying goodbye to software
Software

The IT Pro Podcast: Saying goodbye to software

Why do we find it so hard to let go of our favourite applications?
5 Nov 2021
Podcast transcript: Saying goodbye to software
Podcast transcript: Saying goodbye to software
Software

Podcast transcript: Saying goodbye to software

Read the full transcript for this episode of the IT Pro Podcast
5 Nov 2021
How to get help in Windows 10
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operating systems

How to get help in Windows 10

Find out how to get expert help and support for Windows 10 from Microsoft and others
22 Oct 2021
Microsoft makes Windows Subsystem for Linux a Windows 11 app
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Linux

Microsoft makes Windows Subsystem for Linux a Windows 11 app

The shift to the Microsoft Store decouples the Linux component from the Windows Update cycle
12 Oct 2021
Microsoft fixes Windows 11 upgrade bug
Microsoft's new Windows 11 OS on a tablet
Microsoft Windows

Microsoft fixes Windows 11 upgrade bug

Users weren’t told why they couldn’t upgrade to Windows 11
28 Jun 2021
Managing a late migration
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Microsoft Windows

Managing a late migration

When it comes to moving from Windows 7 to Windows 10, it's better late than never
11 Feb 2021
Windows 10 vs Windows 8.1: which is best for you?
Graphic showcasing a showdown between Windows 10 and Windows 8.1
operating systems

Windows 10 vs Windows 8.1: which is best for you?

We rate Windows 10 and Windows 8.1 in a number of key categories for professional users
29 Jan 2021
How to protect your remote workforce
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How to protect your remote workforce

Working from home is the “new normal” for many, but how does a business keep its remote staff secure?
24 Nov 2020
Windows 10 and the tools for agile working
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Windows 10 and the tools for agile working

How the shift to Windows 10 Pro can help to get your agile workforce moving
24 Nov 2020
The new hybrid office
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The new hybrid office

How to enable a world of work that mixes both remote and office-based working
8 Sep 2020
Windows 10: The OS ready for remote working
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Windows 10: The OS ready for remote working

The tools and functions you need for navigating the workplace revolution
12 Jun 2020
Device as a service (DaaS): The future of business hardware
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Device as a service (DaaS): The future of business hardware

The benefits of a DaaS solution, from initial expenditure to TCO, flexibility and support
12 Jun 2020