After the CrowdStrike incident caused bluescreens around the world (and its president won an "Epic Fail" award at Def Con), Microsoft has been pretty concerned about a similar issue happening again in the future. After all, if Windows becomes known as an unstable system, companies will likely move away from using it to power their infrastructure. So, Microsoft brought some security firms together to discuss how they can all prevent something like this from happening again, and they've just come to a conclusion.

Have you given Clipchamp a spin yet? If you haven't, there's a good chance you've at least seen it on your Windows PC; it's Microsoft's more advanced replacement for Movie Maker. If you're using it to make gaming clips, Microsoft has a nice surprise for you; as part of its celebrations for National Video Games Day, you can now use two pre-made templates for Minecraft or Sea of Thieves content.

If you're setting up the Microsoft 365 suite with the Outlook email client on your new laptop , one of the first things you'll want to do is make a profile. This profile is available for other Outlook users to see, and it includes your name and other information you choose to make visible, which is worth your attention if you're starting a new position or just new to the platform. Your profile also includes an avatar, which is your initials by default. To really personalize your profile, you can add or change your profile picture in Outlook. Lets dive in and see how to do that.

If you have one of the new Macs, then you might have tried to install the macOS beta on it. And with the macOS Sequoia beta available for download, you might be well on your way to doing it for the first time. While beta operating systems can be rewarding for impatient enthusiasts, they typically pack plenty of bugs and glitches that can make your Apple computer unreliable.

If you ever want to access your PC remotely, then you've probably heard of Chrome Remote Desktop. It's an extension for Chrome that allows you to connect to your PC from anywhere in the world. It's a very basic tool but it gets the job done, making for a very easy way to control it from your phone or another computer. However, there are alternatives you can use that are definitely better, even if they require a little bit more work to get going with.

Having a huge physical collection is really satisfying, right up until the point where you need to find a single item within it. Fortunately, technology can help us find where our prized belongings lie. A smart Redditor has created a system that can point out where a specific vinyl in their collection is, so they're never left flicking through endless sleeves ever again.

A crop of Spider-Man 2 from Sony’s PS5 Pro video. | Image: Sony We’ve got lossless screenshots — but you’ll have to download them. Continue reading…

The tech world is pretty interesting. By themselves, the devices put out by companies are generally interesting enough for those in the know, but every now and then, these brands try to get the attention of more people by collaborating with other brands, which can often result in... interesting products.

If you've been thinking about building a new PC, chances are, you've been looking at your options when it comes to CPUs. While Intel is generally the one enthusiasts prefer, AMD is having a bit of moment right now thanks to its reliable chips that aren't embroiled in a massive scandal that sees stability compromised across its desktops and laptops products.

Private clouds are great if you dont want to rely on external service providers to store your precious data. While there are plenty of ways to run private file-sharing servers, CasaOS provides a simple UI for managing a personal cloud - and offers a ton of self-hosting features to help you access all your favorite home lab services without investing in extra hardware. If you havent heard about CasaOS, then read on! This article might just convince you to give it a shot.

The new adaptive charging feature could help to save power and preserve the life of controller batteries. | Photo by Amelia Holowaty Krales / The Verge Sony has released a batch of features in its latest PlayStation 5 system update, including support for adaptive controller charging, party link sharing, and a new widget hub. The adaptive charging feature, which monitors and automatically adjusts the power supplied when controllers are connected to the console’s USB ports, is being released globally starting today — but only for the latest PS5 models.In its announcement, Sony says adaptive charging is only available on the PS5 Slim and its upcoming $700 PS5 Pro. The feature will work on PS5-era DualSense and DualSense Edge wireless controllers, alongside PlayStation VR2 Sense controllers, and the Access adaptive controller kit. Charging is adjusted based on the controller’s current... Continue reading…

Among the dozens of note-taking solutions out there, Obsidian and Joplin stand out due to their offline approach, Markdown support, and a long feature list. However, for power users who want an ultimate tool to enhance their productivity and streamline workflow, choosing between Obsidian and Joplin can be a puzzling task. In this comparison, we will go over the strengths and weaknesses of both Obsidian and Joplin to help you pick the perfect note-taking companion for your needs.