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The 7 apps I always install first on a Windows 11 PC — and they're all FREE

I spend more time than an average person setting up fresh installations of Windows 11, so here's a little list of the first seven apps I always put on any PC.

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OpenAI may have just handed Microsoft the keys to the AI kingdom — CEO Mustafa Suleyman wants to "be self-sufficient"

Microsoft was seemingly restricted from pursuing AGI on its own through 2030. But under the new definitive agreement, the tech giant is going after the company's wildest dreams.

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How to get started with Windows Recall on Windows 11 and give your Copilot+ PC a secure photographic memory

These instructions are for Windows 11 running on a Copilot+ PC. They can help you familiarize yourself with the Windows Recall app and learn how to search and manage settings.

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Helldivers 2 is a "huge success" while Destiny 2 falls short — Sony's expectations of Bungie don't magically equate to revenue

Helldivers 2 is booming on Xbox and boosting PlayStation’s bottom line, but Destiny 2’s sharp drop in engagement has left Sony with a costly headache.

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OpenAI reportedly hemorrhages $15 million/day on AI slop videos — after Bill Gates warned Satya Nadella against "burning billions" in the ChatGPT maker

A new report seemingly corroborates this theory, suggesting that OpenAI burns through approximately $15 million per day through itsSora video creation app.

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Xbox Cloud Gaming could be gearing up for an official launch in India — here's what we know (Update: It's live now!)

Microsoft has confirmed now that Xbox Cloud Gaming is rolling out in India! Here's what you need to know.

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The Elder Scrolls 6 still "a long ways off" according to Bethesda's Todd Howard — and he says shadow dropping Oblivion Remastered "worked out well"

Bethesda Game Studios' Todd Howard says The Elder Scrolls 6 is still "a long ways off," though he notes shadow dropping Oblivion Remastered worked well.

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The Fallout 4: Anniversary Edition upgrade and its price is confusing — should you buy? Let me explain.

Bethesda has released the Fallout 4: Anniversary Edition in celebration of the game's 10-year anniversary, along with an upgrade for existing players. But should you buy it?

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Microsoft hits the brakes on Windows 11 File Explorer 'recommended files' feature

Microsoft has paused the rollout of an upcoming new feature for the File Explorer on Windows 11 that promoted "recommended" files in large thumbnails at the top of the File Explorer Home tab.

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UK gov’t spends £312M upgrading to Windows 10 — the OS Microsoft just buried, instead of Windows 11

A new report includes details of spending totalling hundreds of millions of GBP to upgrade the UK's Defra department to Windows 10 PCs. The problem? Microsoft has ended official support for the OS.

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"Windows doesn’t really suck" — ex‑Microsoft engineer calls for a ‘Pro Mode’ to cut the clutter

Former Microsoft engineer Dave Plummer recently shared an interesting way he'd fix Windows' biggest setbacks with a pro mode, designed to get rid of ads, enhance the user experience, and give users absolute control over updates

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Windows 11 might be getting iPhone-like haptic responses when doing things like snapping app windows

A new setting has been discovered in the latest Windows 11 preview builds that reveals Microsoft is working on bringing haptic feedback responses to the OS.

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Next‑gen Xbox games are coming — here’s how Microsoft is helping devs build them

The new tools are designed to make next‑gen Xbox games load faster, look better, and run smoother.”

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ARC Raiders is the perfect extraction shooter and 2025's best multiplayer game — Nothing else compares

ARC Raiders captures the essence of what makes an extraction shooter great while refining its gameplay in ways that will benefit both the newer and veteran audiences of the genre.

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Breakthrough 'extract shooter' ARC Raiders crushes its own Steam player records — toppling even Battlefield 6

One week after another, ARC Raiders continues to prove to the gaming community just how great it truly is.

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Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 launches on Game Pass alongside cozy indies — all the new Xbox games arriving this week (Nov. 10-16)

Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 headlines the latest games coming to the Xbox Store this week, from November 10-16, 2025

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Xbox Ally 2026 update roadmap — Improvements for gaming on Windows 11 and next-gen Xbox in detail

The Xbox Ally is pretty decent out of the box, but there's a lot to fix up and improve. Here's what we know is coming for the Xbox Ally in 2026, which also offers a glimpse at the next-gen Xbox, too.

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This 4K webcam feels like a killer value — even without the free lifetime Camo Studio subscription included

The Razer Kiyo V2 delivers a fair amount of value for just $150, undercutting a lot of the competition. Razer's deal with Camo is the icing on the cake.

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How I turned a cheap mini PC into a AAA gaming machine — tips for inexpensive and reliable cloud gaming with NVIDIA and Xbox

If you set it up correctly, you can easily play everything from AAA games to indie games using a mini PC. Here's how to do that.

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The Razer Wolverine V3 Pro 8K PC is the ultimate unfair advantage — your perfect controller for Black Ops 7

Razer's latest Wolverine controller is only for PC players, but with that comes some serious benefits. You won't find a faster controller than this anywhere else.

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How to unlock Copilot, Journeys, and Actions in Microsoft Edge for a smarter browsing experience

Microsoft Edge now comes with Copilot Mode, Journeys, and Actions, and here are the steps to set them up on Windows 11.

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7 common mistakes to avoid when buying a mini PC — keep yourself safe and get the computer that does what you actually want

Unfortunately, there are several common mistakes people make when buying a mini PC. Here are the seven things you should avoid to ensure you get a reliable and safe device.

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Alienware 16X Aurora shows Alienware can do value right, and I've come away impressed

I've been testing the Alienware 16X Aurora and its more affordable sibling, and Alienware has done a great job targeting more budget-conscious PC gamers.

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Flyoobe's developer has issued a warning about a suspicious website and an update for the tool, which could make Windows 10 users susceptible to malicious attacks.

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You could get a Steam Deck — or you could put SteamOS on a more powerful handheld for the ultimate portable gaming machine

The Steam Deck's interface is amazing, but its hardware is relatively weak. You can have the best of both worlds by putting SteamOS on a Windows handheld.

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