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Windows 11 is here, but do you really need to upgrade from Windows 10? What to know

Windows 11 is here, but do you really need to upgrade from Windows 10? What to know

If you're on the fence about upgrading to Microsoft's latest OS, here are answers to some of your biggest questions.

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Microsoft's Windows 11 vs. Windows 10: All the upgrades you should know about

Microsoft's Windows 11 vs. Windows 10: All the upgrades you should know about

Windows 11 is gradually rolling out to compatible devices, but what's the difference compared to Windows 10?

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Download Windows 11 now with this workaround: How to skip the wait for Microsoft's OS

Download Windows 11 now with this workaround: How to skip the wait for Microsoft's OS

If you're still waiting to update to Microsoft's latest operating system, the Windows 11 Installation Assistant is your shortcut.

Facebook goes Meta: What is the metaverse and why is Big Tech obsessed?

Facebook goes Meta: What is the metaverse and why is Big Tech obsessed?

Facebook is going meta, but what does that even mean?

Windows 11: 6 of the best features in Microsoft's new OS and how they work

Windows 11: 6 of the best features in Microsoft's new OS and how they work

We'll tell you how to use Android apps, Snap Layouts, Widgets and other new Windows 11 features.

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Windows 11 is here, but do you really need to upgrade from Windows 10? What to know
Windows 11 is here, but do you really need to upgrade from Windows 10? What to know

Windows 11 is here, but do you really need to upgrade from Windows 10? What to know

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Microsoft's Windows 11 vs. Windows 10: All the upgrades you should know about
Microsoft's Windows 11 vs. Windows 10: All the upgrades you should know about

Microsoft's Windows 11 vs. Windows 10: All the upgrades you should know about

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Download Windows 11 now with this workaround: How to skip the wait for Microsoft's OS
Download Windows 11 now with this workaround: How to skip the wait for Microsoft's OS

Download Windows 11 now with this workaround: How to skip the wait for Microsoft's OS

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Facebook goes Meta: What is the metaverse and why is Big Tech obsessed?
Facebook goes Meta: What is the metaverse and why is Big Tech obsessed?

Facebook goes Meta: What is the metaverse and why is Big Tech obsessed?

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Windows 11: 6 of the best features in Microsoft's new OS and how they work
Windows 11: 6 of the best features in Microsoft's new OS and how they work

Windows 11: 6 of the best features in Microsoft's new OS and how they work

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Halloween weekend deals: Price cuts on Chromebooks, a top ice cream maker, Ryobi power tools and more
Halloween weekend deals: Price cuts on Chromebooks, a top ice cream maker, Ryobi power tools and more

Halloween weekend deals: Price cuts on Chromebooks, a top ice cream maker, Ryobi power tools and more

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Microsoft launched Windows 11. Now what? Essential info about the new OS
Microsoft launched Windows 11. Now what? Essential info about the new OS

Microsoft launched Windows 11. Now what? Essential info about the new OS

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Windows 11 compatibility: Check if your PC meets Microsoft's requirements
Windows 11 compatibility: Check if your PC meets Microsoft's requirements

Windows 11 compatibility: Check if your PC meets Microsoft's requirements

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Best Buy's latest Black Friday sale includes blowout prices on Sony and Bose headphones, Vizio TVs and more
Best Buy's latest Black Friday sale includes blowout prices on Sony and Bose headphones, Vizio TVs and more

Best Buy's latest Black Friday sale includes blowout prices on Sony and Bose headphones, Vizio TVs and more

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Meta's chief of Metaverse tells us what the future holds for the former Facebook
Meta's chief of Metaverse tells us what the future holds for the former Facebook

Meta's chief of Metaverse tells us what the future holds for the former Facebook

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Best laptop 2021: The 14 laptops we recommend
Best laptop 2021: The 14 laptops we recommend

Best laptop 2021: The 14 laptops we recommend

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8 default Windows 10 settings you need to disable right now
8 default Windows 10 settings you need to disable right now

8 default Windows 10 settings you need to disable right now

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Windows 11 review: Microsoft's subtle changes make you ask, update or wait?
Windows 11 review: Microsoft's subtle changes make you ask, update or wait?

Windows 11 review: Microsoft's subtle changes make you ask, update or wait?

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Windows 11 has arrived, but here's why not everyone will get the upgrade yet
Windows 11 has arrived, but here's why not everyone will get the upgrade yet

Windows 11 has arrived, but here's why not everyone will get the upgrade yet

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MacOS Monterey: Is your computer compatible with Apple's new OS? Find out now
MacOS Monterey: Is your computer compatible with Apple's new OS? Find out now

MacOS Monterey: Is your computer compatible with Apple's new OS? Find out now

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Best webcams from 1080p to 4K for 2021

These days everyone needs a webcam and the low-res one in your laptop doesn't always cut it. Here's a handful of premium webcams to come to your rescue.
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Best laptop 2021: The 14 laptops we recommend

There are so many to choose from, so let CNET help you choose the right laptop.
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People are reporting that MacOS Monterey is bricking their laptops

You might want to hold off on upgrading your MacBook's OS, especially if you have an older computer.
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Apple's AR headset will have Wi-Fi 6E, arrive in 2022, report says

The 2022 battle for the wearable future is starting to take shape.
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Early Black Friday deals: Amazon Fire HD 8 tablet drops back to $45

Prices start at just $45 for Amazon's latest 8-inch tablet.
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Best Buy's latest Black Friday sale includes blowout prices on Sony and Bose headphones, Vizio TVs and more

This early Black Friday sale includes discounts on smart TVs, Chromebooks, headphones and more.
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8 default Windows 10 settings you need to disable right now

Microsoft's Windows 11 is rolling out in phases, but you should turn off these default settings in Windows 10 before you make the switch.
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Windows 11 is here, but do you really need to upgrade from Windows 10? What to know

If you're on the fence about upgrading to Microsoft's latest OS, here are answers to some of your biggest questions.
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Microsoft's Windows 11 vs. Windows 10: All the upgrades you should know about

Windows 11 is gradually rolling out to compatible devices, but what's the difference compared to Windows 10?
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Do you need HDMI 2.1 on your next TV?

No, but it can unlock better graphics on the Xbox Series X and PlayStation 5.
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Do this before you buy a Chromebook

And if you already have a Chromebook, you should do it, too.
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Halloween weekend deals: Price cuts on Chromebooks, a top ice cream maker, Ryobi power tools and more

Here's a rundown of the best deals we've come across this week.
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Here's how to choose the best Apple iPad tablet for your needs

From Mini to Pro, Apple's current iPad lineup is filled with choices new and old. This list shows how they measure up.
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Meta's chief of Metaverse tells us what the future holds for the former Facebook

Vishal Shah, VP of Metaverse for Meta (formerly Facebook), talks to CNET about... well, the metaverse.
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Change this one setting on your new MacBook immediately

Out of the box, your new MacBook touchpad is just set up wrong. Here's how to fix it.
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Samsung Galaxy Tab S7 FE review: An affordable iPad Pro alternative

This midpowered, midprice tablet has 5G and good battery life, but that may not be enough to sway people toward Android tablets.
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SharePlay on iOS 15.1: Stream scary movies with friends this weekend through FaceTime

The FaceTime feature arrives with the iOS 15.1 upgrade. Meet your new go-to watch party app.
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M1 Pro vs. M1 Max vs. M1: Apple's MacBook Pro chips compared

Apple's latest M1 chips differ in some notable ways. Here's what's inside when you buy a new MacBook Pro.
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MacBook Pro 2021 teardown shows Apple gave repair at least some thought, iFixit says

But what about Apple's $19 Polishing Cloth? Well, iFixit looked closely at that, too.
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Attention, iPad owners: Save up to $30 on an Apple Pencil right now

Verizon is offering both the 1st and 2nd Generation Apple Pencil for a solid discount.
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