Switching from the operating system you've used all your life can be scary. It's a whole new paradigm to get used to, and in the case of Linux compared to Windows, there are a ton of apps you may be ...

Chromebooks have been around for more than a decade, and they continue to be popular among consumers for one big reason: they're typically inexpensive. The low cost is made possible due to Chrome OS, ...

If you're trying to decide between a Chromebook and a Windows laptop, some recent changes have shaken up how these two platforms compare.

Follow ZDNET: Add us as a preferred source on Google. In the decades that I've been using Linux, I have not needed a single Windows app because Linux has all the software I require. However, I ...

Want to try Linux but dread the command line? Don't worry - there's likely a GUI that can handle whatever you need.

Ben Khalesi covers the intersection of artificial intelligence and everyday tech at Android Police. With a background in AI and data science, he enjoys making technical topics approachable for those ...

Four years after launching Windows 11 and prodding PC owners to update, Microsoft has finally decided that it's time force everyone to use it. On October 14, 2025, Microsoft will stop issuing security ...

Support for Windows 10 ends on Oct. 14, and not all PCs can be upgraded to Windows 11. Here's what you need to do.

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Four years after launching Windows 11 and prodding PC owners to update, Microsoft has finally decided ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." It’s time to get on board with Windows 11. Four years after launching its current operating system, ...

Have you ever wondered what it’s like to break free from the constraints of mainstream operating systems and step into a world of limitless customization and innovative technology? For many, Linux ...