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 ...

Qubes OS defines itself modestly as “a reasonably secure operating system.” It might actually be one of the safest operating systems, often used by pros who are most concerned with computer security.

Managing Editor Alison DeNisco Rayome joined CNET in 2019, and is a member of the Home team. She is a co-lead of the CNET Tips and We Do the Math series, and manages the Home Tips series, testing out ...