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    Microsoft debuts its next big high-stakes AI feature in Windows – can you trust it?

    Yuliya Taba/iStock/Getty Images Plus Follow ZDNET: Add us as a preferred source<!–> on Google. ZDNET’s key takeaways Windows 11 is adding agents that can take actions on your behalf. They might create potential security and privacy risks. Expect testing and more security controls before the feature goes live. Every computer security decision ultimately comes down to a […] More

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    Why buying the right laptop is more complicated than ever (and how to make the best choice)

    Kyle Kucharski/ZDNETChoosing the right laptop can feel overwhelming — even for someone like me who’s lived and breathed laptops for years. You get all these options, configurations, and feature lists that it’s impossible not to know up from down. So, to make things easier for you, I’ll be breaking down laptops and their essentials using three broad usage categories: school, work, and gaming.Also: Finally, a $699 Windows laptop that I wouldn’t mind putting my MacBook Air away forMost laptops fall into one of these buckets, and while there is some crossover regarding hardware, each type is designed with a specific purpose in mind. Below, I walk through what defines each category, highlighting key features to look out for and providing example products along the way.Keep in mind, this advice is based on my own experience and expertise. Ultimately, the best laptop is the one that fits your needs best.How to pick a laptop for school More

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    Upgrading your Windows 10 PC? I answered the toughest question about buying laptops for you

    Kyle Kucharski/ZDNETChoosing the right laptop can feel overwhelming — even for someone like me who’s lived and breathed laptops for years. You get all these options, configurations, and feature lists that it’s impossible not to know up from down. So, to make things easier for you, I’ll be breaking down laptops and their essentials using three broad usage categories: school, work, and gaming.Also: Finally, a $699 Windows laptop that I wouldn’t mind putting my MacBook Air away forMost laptops fall into one of these buckets, and while there is some crossover regarding hardware, each type is designed with a specific purpose in mind. Below, I walk through what defines each category, highlighting key features to look out for and providing example products along the way.Keep in mind, this advice is based on my own experience and expertise. Ultimately, the best laptop is the one that fits your needs best.How to pick a laptop for school More

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    I struggled to find earbuds that stay put, but this pair seals the deal

    Baseus Inspire XP1 earbuds <!–> ZDNET’s key takeaways The Baseus Inspire XP1 earbuds are on sale on Amazon for $104. These earbuds’ seal allows them to fit like a glove, so they seal better than most, maximizing audio quality. The app is pretty minimal. –> Follow ZDNET: Add us as a preferred source<!–> on Google. I cannot […] More