I found a practical solution to a common problem: how to easily, freely, and — most importantly — securely transfer files between my Android phone, Windows desktop, and MacBook Pro.

Windows Backup can now transfer files, apps, settings, and even credentials to another PC over a local WiFi network, helping users set up new machines more quickly.

The Windows 11 Backup app will let you transfer files to another PC, but not pick another cloud storage provider.

On October 14, 23025, Microsoft will end support for Windows 10, meaning no more free security updates. Instead of disposing Windows 10, continue to use the system in a VM.

When Windows fails to communicate with that port number, it fails to connect to the Virtual Machine. Changing this port number is known to fix connectivity errors.

If you've got a bunch of files on your old PC that you want to transfer over, there are multiple ways you can do it fairly easily.

Microsoft is rolling out a new update to Phone Link for Windows Insiders, bringing file transfer support when using an iPhone.

There are several ways to transfer files from your smartphone to your PC. Microsoft Edge, Windows' main browser, is also capable of such an exchange.

From using a cloud storage service or physical media like a USB drive to using a network transfer, we have you covered with our guide on how to transfer files from one PC to PC using Windows 11.