• News
  • Best Picks
  • Reviews
  • How-To
  • Deals
    • All Deals
    • Coupon Codes
      • All Coupon Codes
      • eBay Coupon
      • HP Coupon Code
      • OnePlus Coupon
      • Samsung Promo Code
      • Microsoft Coupon
      • Dell Coupon Code
      • Motley Fool Discount
      • GoPro Promo Code
      • Starz Promo Code
      • AT&T Wireless Promo Code
      • Black Friday 2021 Coupons
      • Cyber Monday 2021 Coupons
  • Laptops
  • Windows
  • Security
  • More
    • Accessories
    • Business
    • Entertainment
    • Gaming
    • Mobile
    • PCs & Components
    • Smart Tech
    • Software
    • Wifi & Networks
  • Newsletters
  • Digital Magazine – Subscribe
  • Digital Magazine – Log in
Skip to content
  • Menu
  • News
  • Best Picks
  • Reviews
  • How-To
  • Deals
    • All Deals
    • Coupon Codes
      • All Coupon Codes
      • eBay Coupon
      • HP Coupon Code
      • OnePlus Coupon
      • Samsung Promo Code
      • Microsoft Coupon
      • Dell Coupon Code
      • Motley Fool Discount
      • GoPro Promo Code
      • Starz Promo Code
      • AT&T Wireless Promo Code
      • Black Friday 2021 Coupons
      • Cyber Monday 2021 Coupons
  • Laptops
  • Windows
  • Security
  • More
    • Accessories
    • Business
    • Entertainment
    • Gaming
    • Mobile
    • PCs & Components
    • Smart Tech
    • Software
    • Wifi & Networks
  • Newsletters
  • Digital Magazine – Subscribe
  • Digital Magazine – Log in
  • Hot Topics
  • Today’s best laptop deals
  • Windows 11 superguide
  • The best SSDs: Reviews and buying advice
  • Save big on Windows 10

Software

SEE SOFTWARE STORIES BY CATEGORY

  • Software News
  • Software Best Picks
  • Software Reviews
  • Software How-To
More
    8 reasons to quit Chrome and switch to Firefox
    Updated

    8 reasons to quit Chrome and switch to Firefox

    Chrome may dominate, but Firefox is a known name among browsers for a reason. Whether you care about features, performance, or privacy, it could be a better fit for you.
    By Alaina Yee17 hours ago
    This obscure Firefox tool is a must-use for privacy buffs
    Tip

    This obscure Firefox tool is a must-use for privacy buffs

    Installing this extension lets you easily juggle alt accounts and keeps third-party cookies from seeing more than they ought—all in a single browser.
    By Alaina Yee6 days ago
    EaseUS ToDo Backup 2022 review: New interface, same excellent capabilities
    Reviews

    EaseUS ToDo Backup 2022 review: New interface, same excellent capabilities

    With some new capabilities and a revamped user interface, ToDo Backup 2022 cements its position as one of our favorite backup programs. There's a free version that covers the basics as well as an affordable annual version with optional online storage.
    By Jon Jacobi6 days ago
    OneNote is evolving into the near-perfect app for students
    News

    OneNote is evolving into the near-perfect app for students

    Microsoft says that some of OneNote's most useful features, such as transcription, synced audio and ink replay, are coming to the unified OneNote app.
    By Mark Hachman7 days ago
    RIP Internet Explorer: Microsoft's iconic browser is being killed off in June
    Updated

    RIP Internet Explorer: Microsoft's iconic browser is being killed off in June

    Microsoft said that it finally plans to end support for the standalone version of Internet Explorer in June 2022, though you'll have the option of enabling Internet Explorer Mode within Microsoft Edge.
    By Mark Hachman7 days ago
    Best free PDF editors: Our top picks
    Best Picks

    Best free PDF editors: Our top picks

    Not everyone needs a full-fledged PDF editor. Depending on the scope and breadth of your PDF editing needs, you might find that a free option is sufficient. Read on for our recommendations of the best free PDF editors.
    By Michael Ansaldo7 days ago
    How to join the Office Insider program and try tomorrow's features today
    Updated

    How to join the Office Insider program and try tomorrow's features today

    Microsoft's Office Insider program gives you access to new features before they go mainstream. Here's how to join on Windows PCs, Macs, Android, and iOS.
    By Ian Paul and Mark Hachman1 week ago
    How to tune Windows 10 for laser-focused productivity
    How-To

    How to tune Windows 10 for laser-focused productivity

    Windows 10 is chock full of tools that can eliminate distractions, optimize your workflow, and make you all-around more productive—but they aren't always obvious.
    By Brad Chacos1 week ago
    Microsoft Edge taps AI to make grainy images look nice and crisp in your browser
    News

    Microsoft Edge taps AI to make grainy images look nice and crisp in your browser

    Microsoft has added image upscaling to Bing Maps and is rolling it out to its Edge browser, using deep learning and AI to make images sharper and more detailed than the originals.
    By Mark Hachman2 weeks ago
    How to get Windows cheap (or even for free)
    Updated

    How to get Windows cheap (or even for free)

    Unlike taxes, paying full price for Windows isn't inevitable. In fact, depending on your circumstances (and how much effort you're willing to spend), you could pay nothing for it.
    By Alaina Yee2 weeks ago
    Your CD and DVD backup discs won’t last forever. Copy them before it’s too late
    Tip

    Your CD and DVD backup discs won’t last forever. Copy them before it’s too late

    Bit rot is a real concern for older optical disc backups—but with the right tools, you can get that data onto more reliable media with little headache.
    By Alaina Yee2 weeks ago
    This killer $42 Microsoft 365 and NordVPN combo deal has everything you need
    Deal

    This killer $42 Microsoft 365 and NordVPN combo deal has everything you need

    Newegg is selling a year of Microsoft 365 Personal and NordVPN for just $42.
    By Ian Paul2 weeks ago
    Microsoft unveils the future of Outlook, and you can try it right now
    News

    Microsoft unveils the future of Outlook, and you can try it right now

    Microsoft has released its new Outlook client with updated features to members of the Office Insider channel.
    By Mark Hachman2 weeks ago
    Sejda review: A free PDF editor that puts function over frills
    Reviews

    Sejda review: A free PDF editor that puts function over frills

    If you PDF editing needs are modest, Sejda is capable of dozens of common PDF tasks, and holds its own against paid PDF tools.
    By Michael Ansaldo2 weeks ago
    Add some pizzaz to your photos with 30% off Adobe Photoshop Elements
    Deal

    Add some pizzaz to your photos with 30% off Adobe Photoshop Elements

    For a limited time various retailers are knocking $30 off the price of Adobe Photoshop Elements 2022
    By Ian Paul2 weeks ago
    You should be using FancyZones, Microsoft's killer multitasking app
    How-To

    You should be using FancyZones, Microsoft's killer multitasking app

    FancyZones, a component in Microsoft's PowerToys suite, might change the way you work in Windows. Here's how to use it.
    By Jared Newman2 weeks ago
    Generate your own logos quickly with this 25% off this Complete Logo Kit
    DealPost

    Generate your own logos quickly with this 25% off this Complete Logo Kit

    The Complete Logo Kit is a DIY logo design app compatible with all popular web browsers.
    By DealPost Team3 weeks ago
    6 reasons to quit Chrome and switch to Vivaldi, the enthusiast's browser
    Feature

    6 reasons to quit Chrome and switch to Vivaldi, the enthusiast's browser

    Vivaldi is a free web browser that caters to power users, offering a ton of options. We've pulled out some of its best features to show you how it can enhance your browsing experience.
    By Mark Hachman3 weeks ago
    Microsoft Word PDF editor review: The popular word processor makes editing PDF text a breeze
    Reviews

    Microsoft Word PDF editor review: The popular word processor makes editing PDF text a breeze

    Word provides all the tools you need to modify PDF text and images, but it may struggle with more complex documents.
    By Michael Ansaldo3 weeks ago
    The 5 coolest things at Google I/O
    News

    The 5 coolest things at Google I/O

    At its I/O developer conference, Google showed off a range of new hardware, software, and services. Five new things in particular sort of blew our minds.
    By Mark Hachman3 weeks ago
    More stories
    PCWorld helps you navigate the PC ecosystem to find the products you want and the advice you need to get the job done.
    • Policies
      • Privacy Policy
      • Cookie Policy
      • Member Preferences
      • Affiliate Link Policy
      • Licensing & Eprints
      • California: Do not Sell my Personal Info
    • About
      • About Us
      • Advertise
      • Ad Choice
      • Contact Us
      • Foundry Careers
      • Shop
    • PCWorld Categories
      • Business

        Laptop

        Mobile

        PC Hardware

        Deals

    • Subscribe
      • Recent cover images of Macworld Digital Magazine
      • Digital Magazine - Subscribe

        Manage Subscription

        Gift Subscription

        Newsletters

    Copyright © 2022 IDG Communications, Inc.
    Top Of Page