The free, highly customizable Ubuntu operating system is easy to install and runs well. We wish more popular third-party apps were available, but it's still an excellent introduction to Linux.

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Ubuntu (along with ChromeOS) is a good option if you have an older PC that can't run Windows 11 since Windows 10 is going out of support in October 2025. Ditto for Macs of a certain age.

Windows 11's Winget could soon be deeply integrated into PowerToys Run (a Windows Search replacement), so you can download apps directly. Soon, you just need to press Alt + Space keyboard..

The Controller Bar and XBOX Game Pass widget make it easier to play. Windows 11 is the most secure version of Windows yet. It's important for security to be invisible so you can focus on using your PC ...

Maintain your privacy wherever you are with Windows 11 security features that help protect what matters to you across your devices. Windows 11 PCs deliver layers of security to help keep bad actors at ...