What does non-preemptive multitasking actually mean? Find out inside PCMag's comprehensive tech and computer-related encyclopedia.

Busy lives have many of us juggling multiple tasks at once, but is that really multitasking? Here's what expert Linda Stone has learned about the myth of multitasking.

The American Psychological Association says even brief mental blocks created by shifting between tasks can cost as much as 40% in productivity.

In a world where multitasking is often extolled as a valuable skill, the concept of single-tasking acts as a counterculture move promoting a more deliberate and focused approach to productivity.

Media Multitasking Disrupts Memory, Even in Young Adults Simultaneous TV, texting and Instagram lead to memory-sapping attention lapses ...