These free apps filled major gaps in Windows, replaced frustrating built-in tools, and became essential to millions of PC ...

I installed Microsoft's free PC Manager tool to see if a single click could actually make a difference on a sluggish computer. I've been testing PC and mobile software for more than 20 years, focusing ...

Microsoft now offers a range of useful web apps at no cost. While these web-based versions don’t include every feature found in the full Microsoft 365 suite, they cover most basic needs and integrate ...

If Windows is your preferred operating system, consider these open-source apps. There are numerous open-source apps available for almost any task. These are all free to install and use on Windows.

Bottom line: Microsoft is making a significant effort to turn its official app store into a profitable or even enticing service for programmers and software entrepreneurs. Bringing apps to the store ...

These third-party apps open up a new world of configurability by targeting common pain points that users run into while ...