Installing Ubuntu on a Windows computer is no different from dual-booting any operating system. In fact, it's easier than most, because Ubuntu is designed to be one of the most straight forward of ...

Installing an older version of OS X in a system may be tempting at times, but this can also lead to unexpected system behavior. Here are some scenarios as to why this might happen and how to avoid ...

We originally published this install guide for Windows 11 shortly after the OS was released in October 2021. To keep it current and as useful as possible, we updated it in October 2024 to cover ...

Once upon a time, “reinstalling Windows” was an often recommended remedy for all sorts of computer problems. Windows 95 and XP were notorious for becoming less stable over time, with “crap in the ...

A beta version of Valve's gaming operating system is now available for download. Here's how you can transform your current computer into a Steam Machine. Dan Graziano is an associate editor for CNET.

Windows 11 is officially here, and many computers will be receiving a free upgrade to Microsoft’s latest operating system over the next few months. However, not every computer is eligible to get the ...

You can install Windows 10 by downloading a copy of the installation files onto a USB flash drive. Your USB flash drive will need to be 8GB or larger, and preferably ...

Computer networks are critical parts of almost every organization. Computer network and system administration (CNSA) refers to the day-to-day operation of these networks. CNSA professionals organize, ...