Microsoft Updates Windows To Stop You Using Chrome—Here’s The Problem

Microsoft has started 2026 with a surprise for users. Chrome downloads are being hit by the Windows maker’s latest update.

Is turning off Windows Security a bad idea in 2026? A PC expert's bottom line

Toggle the Real-time protection switch off. You may receive a User Account Control (UAC) prompt asking if you want to allow the change to occur. Select Yes. When you're ready to turn system protection ...

Google VP confirms not all Chromebooks will be able to migrate to Aluminium OS

In a recent private AMA, the vice president of product management for Chrome OS confirmed continued support for Chrome OS.

Microsoft updates fix for broken Windows 11 25H2 24H2 crucial UI components

Back in November 2025, Microsoft had disclosed a major issue on certain Windows 11 24H2 systems which led to problems and ...

I replaced Windows with Linux and everything’s going great

Posts from this topic Linux diary, chapter one: winging it. Linux diary, chapter one: winging it. is a senior reviews editor ...

Raycast brings a properly modern Run dialog to Windows 11 and 100 0

Microsoft is working on a redesigned Run dialog for Windows 11, but Raycast has just beaten the company with a much better ...
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Microsoft blocks Chrome downloads on Windows—1.4B users hit with aggressive anti-Chrome warnings

Microsoft wants Windows users to stick with its Edge browser, and the company now puts multiple roadblocks in front of anyone ...
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Microsoft Finally Allows You to Uninstall Copilot, But It's Complicated

The update, now available in beta, allows administrators to fully uninstall Copilot from managed devices for the first time, ...