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Nearly half of all Steam users are using Windows 11 — but why?

Almost half of all Steam users have Windows 11 installed, but why do gamers love this OS so much?

TechRadar · May 3, 2024

Senua's Saga: Hellblade II specs — Make sure your PC meets system requirements for the sequel

The long-anticipated Hellblade II releases on May 21, 2024. Make sure your computer meets PC system requirements so you can play when it launches.

Windows Central · May 3, 2024

Hellblade 2's PC requirements have at last been revealed

Xbox Game Studios and Ninja Theory have announced the system requirements for the PC version of Senua's Saga: Hellblade 2. Read on to learn what specs your PC will need to run this highly-anticipated title.

Windows Central · May 3, 2024

Steam gamers adopt Windows 11 much quicker than everyone else, but why?

The latest Steam hardware survey and Statcounter figures shows that gamers upgrade to Windows 11 at a much higher rate than non-gamers. I took an educated guess as to why.

Windows Central · May 2, 2024

Forget ads on the Start menu, Microsoft's latest update for Windows 11 won't let you use a VPN for private browsing

Installing the latest Windows 11 or Windows 10 update on your device might prevent you from using a VPN.

Windows Central · May 2, 2024

Trouble connecting to your VPN? Microsoft admits that a recent Windows security update is preventing virtual connections

The April security update is to blame.

PC Gamer · May 2, 2024

Ditch Microsoft’s data-gathering and take control of your Windows 11 experience with the new Tiny11 Builder tool

Check out Tiny11 Builder, an open-source tool that enables you to customize Windows 11, now letting you disable telemetry for enhanced privacy and smoother performance.

TechRadar · May 1, 2024

Microsoft confirms recent Windows security update breaks VPNs, no fix yet

Microsoft confirmed that April Windows security updates break VPN connections across personal and enterprise releases. Not hotfix has been issued.

Tom’s Hardware · May 1, 2024

Next-gen AI PCs are within reach, as ASUS joins Microsoft and Qualcomm to unveil a new Snapdragon X laptop on May 20

AI PCs powered by Qualcomm's ARM-based Snapdragon X platform are expected to revolutionize Windows laptops, and it looks like May 20 will be a huge day with events hosted by ASUS and Microsoft.

Windows Central · May 1, 2024

What is a System-on-Chip (SoC)?

Systems-on-Chip are all around us, powering many of our favorite devices in a compact and efficient manner. As they continue to make their way into Windows laptops, it's worth a quick explanation of what SoCs actually are and why they matter.

Windows Central · May 1, 2024