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How to make Windows 11 look like Windows 10

Windows 11 gives Microsoft’s operating system a bold new look, but you can still make it feel (mostly) familiar.

How to upgrade to Windows 11: Every option explained

Microsoft has several tools to upgrade you from Windows 10 to Windows 11 in a matter of minutes.

How to watch TV on your PC

There are several ways to watch live TV on your PC, some much easier than others. We walk you through your options.

SOME OF THE BEST WINDOWS 11 FEATURES ARE HIDDEN

HERE’S WHERE TO FIND THEM.

3 Things We Love in Windows 11 (and 3 Things We Hate)

Windows 11 has some great features, as well as reasons not to upgrade.

iPhone 13 and iPad mini benchmarks don't tell whole story

Benchmarks of Apple's newest devices reveal a different kind of chip.

Andover Audio Songbird: This budget-priced music streamer is no featherweight

This low-priced audio component compares favorably to the likes of Sonos and Bluesound-at a fraction of the price.

Mesh Wi-Fi vs. traditional router: Which one's best for your home?

You can go with the easy answer—or the one that’s actually best for you.

DOCK/PORT HUB WD_BLACK D50: A FAST THUNDERBOLT 3 DOCK WITH INTERNAL STORAGE

If there's any reason to complain about modern MacBooks (especially the new M1-based models), it's the dearth of integrated ports. For all but the lightest-duty use, getting a dock to increase the connectivity options borders on necessity.

AMD Radeon RX 6600: Finally, a true 1080p graphics card

It’s good, though pricey.

Tribit QuietPlus 50: Active noise cancellation on the cheap

The overall sound of these super-affordable headphones is good and the ANC is effective, though it noticeably reduces high-frequency reproduction.

Acer Predator Triton 500 SE: A gaming laptop that's safe for work

The 16:10, 1440p, 165 Hz display is great for more than just gaming.

Tronsmart Mega Pro Bluetooth speaker: Big bass, small price tag

The industrial design is a snore, but the performance will keep you from nodding off.

Microsoft Surface Pro 8: A superior Windows 11 tablet

Microsoft's latest Surface ushers in Windows 11 with an outstanding new Surface tablet.

PNY LX3030 SSD: Incredible durability for twice the price

This PCIe 3 drive sustains long writes with the top performers and is rated for a staggering 27,000TBW per TB of capacity.

Apple Teams With A-cold-wall On Beats Studio3 Headphones

The limited edition headphones will go on sale soon for $350.

HyperX Alloy Origins 60

Big things come in small packages

Humankind

Human kind. Bear ferocious. Egyptian chariot terrifying.

Razer Raptor 27

Is Razer’s refreshed Raptor good enough to justify its painfully premium pricing?

HyperX Pulsefire Haste

Lightweight legend

Asus ROG GS-AX5400

Strix router is bettered by ProArt equivalent

PNY XLR8 CS3140 1TB

Can PNY’s fat new SSD keep cool under pressure from its rivals?

Steelseries Arctis Prime

A worthy addition to Steelseries’ pro range

CENTERFOLD

PERFORMANCE GEAR LAID BARE

AMD Radeon RX 6600 XT

Mainstream with a high-end price

LIFE IS JUST A STREAM

Learn the ins and outs of streaming with Sam Lewis

I'm getting Fiber!

All of the internet, all of the time

MSI Katana GF66

Is this budget laptop really a double-edged sword?

AMD Ryzen 7 5700G

APUs make a more than welcome return

Corsair K55 RGB Pro XT

The best of the membrane?