12 easy tweaks that maximize your Windows 11 PC’s speed
Clean up other junk Foundry If you’ve updated to Windows 11 from Windows 10 and have had that system for a few years, it’s likely to have accumulated some junk. Take the opportunity to do…
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11 things I love (and loathe) about Windows 11 after using Windows 10
It’s easy to get nostalgic when things change. When a new version of Windows comes out, for example, many people declare how much better its predecessor was, and now that Windows 10 is going the…
Windows 10 expires today. These options can keep your PC safe
Windows 10’s end of support date finally lands today. Microsoft is making sure the still-large number of active Windows 10 users are aware of their options to keep their PC secure. Last month, the company…
The ShareX app can do the one thing I wish Windows Snip could do
Windows 11’s Snipping Tool has definitely enjoyed some upgrades in recent times, but at the end of the day it’s still just a basic tool that allows you to do little more than take screenshots…
My laptop runs just fine. Microsoft won’t let me upgrade to Windows 11
If Microsoft stops updating Windows 10, it would turn into a breeding ground for cybercriminals. A computer without security updates is not only a problem for the user, but it can also spread malware to…
Microsoft’s Windows XP Crocs are now officially a thing
Microsoft’s release of its Limited Edition Crocs has moved out of beta and into general release, the company said Friday. The $79.95 Crocs are now available in several sizes. Originally, Microsoft had made the Limited…
A new default text editor is coming soon to Windows 11
When MS-DOS 5.0 was launched in 1991, one of its major innovations was the MS-DOS Editor, a classic text editor that quickly became popular with users. These days, it’s old news—yet fondly remembered. This past…
Windows’ Copilot AI can now read your Gmail and Google Calendar
Microsoft really wants you to use Copilot, its branded AI platform. In fact, Microsoft wants you to use Copilot so much that it’s fine if you want to use it on Google services, like Gmail,…
The Windows 11 survival guide for Windows 10 refugees
The bells are ringing for Windows 10, and many users who have waited are now choosing to update to Windows 11. If you’re one of them, congratulations on continued security updates and new features, but…
How to save your older PC when Windows 10 hits end of life
Option 2: Switch to Linux – how to get started Linux Mint If you’re tired of Microsoft’s shenanigans and feel ready for an adventure, try switching to Linux instead of harping on about Windows. Linux…