Not everybody wants to use Safari, the Mac's default web browser, but switching completely to another one looks difficult — until you know how. Using a browser that isn't set to your default on macOS ...

If you think that changing your default web browser in Windows 11 is needlessly complicated, you’re not alone. Many people feel the same way you do. Microsoft seems to be making the process a little ...

Apple’s iOS 18.2 update introduces a highly anticipated feature that grants users the ability to set default apps on their iPhones. This empowering change allows you to select third-party apps for ...

Changes to the OS with the release of Windows 11 have predominantly leaned positive. But, Microsoft also made it much more difficult to figure out how to change your default browser in Windows 11. And ...

Shelby Brown (she/her/hers) is an editor for CNET's services team. She covers tips and tricks for apps, operating systems and devices, as well as mobile gaming and Apple Arcade news. Shelby also ...

After setting up a new computer or fresh installation, Windows 11 automatically sets Microsoft Edge as the default web browser for links and different file types, regardless of any other browser you ...

Google Chrome is an extremely powerful web browser. It becomes even more capable once you start adding extensions to make tasks easier and faster. Though, if you’re setting your default browser to ...

Microsoft Edge is an integral part of Windows and therefore initially the program of choice for surfing the internet. However, many users are unfamiliar with the Microsoft browser because they prefer ...

Q: I am a Microsoft 365 subscriber and I love it. However, after an automatic update from Microsoft, Edge often becomes my default browser. I use and prefer Chrome. I have tried many workarounds to ...