Before you can run any OS, you need a computer and possibly some peripherals. Apple has some fine hardware options, including MacBooks with attractive industrial designs, the iMac with its 4.5K screen ...

I've been writing about technology for more than 15 years and using it in earnest for over twice as long. As a member of PCMag's software team, I focus on Windows coverage, but also write about other ...

Choosing an operating system in 2026 requires more thought than ever. Windows, macOS, Linux, and ChromeOS each offer unique strengths in hardware compatibility, software support, and user experience.

Windows 11 version 25H2 is getting closer, and Parallels Desktop 26 is already here with support for the next Windows 11 release and macOS 26 Tahoe. Parallels, a popular maker of virtualization ...

Running Windows 11 on a Mac equipped with Apple Silicon has become a practical and accessible solution, thanks to advanced virtualization tools like Parallels Desktop. Whether your Mac features an M1, ...

WWDC 2026, this year's edition of Apple's software-focused developer conference, has been particularly notable due to it being the last one with Tim Cook as CEO — he'll be handing over the reins to ...

Last month, Microsoft released PowerToys 0.99, the latest major update for this set of utilities for Windows 10 and 11. The April 2026 update introduced two brand-new modules: one for monitor ...

While Apple is very keen that its macOS software is only ever run on Macs, there are numerous options for doing the opposite and running Windows on Apple computers. If you're a developer, or need ...