Category: Windows

It’s been a week since the BUILD conference ended, but Microsoft has one last announcement up its sleeve. The Windows Subsystem for Linux (WSL) is gaining some new features, and….

Microsoft is still trying to figure out the best way to implement Copilot AI in its software. Sure, it’s present in most Microsoft software already, but as with all rollouts,….

Key Takeaways Windows 10 and Windows 11 come with an advanced setting, called Hardware-Accelerated GPU Scheduling, which can boost gaming and video performance using your PC’s GPU. We’ll show you how to….

Key Takeaways Intel’s Thunderbolt Share is a seamless file transfer and remote PC control solution, as long as you’ve got two Thunderbolt 4 or Thunderbolt 5 devices, one of which….

Key Takeaways An operating system’s primary role is to provide a clean foundation to run other programs. That’s why it’s so concerning that Microsoft has been increasingly more aggressive with….

Key Takeaways Windows 11 has started displaying ads in the Start menu. While we don’t really like to put companies on blast, nobody wants this, and it’s a terrible idea…..

Windows 10 started the trend of asking people to use Microsoft accounts when setting up PCs instead of local accounts. Windows 11 made it much harder to opt out of….

If you’re looking for a Windows laptop perfect for productivity, you might want to check out the new ASUS ExpertBook P5. It’s landmark business laptop that offers a thin and….

Key Takeaways There are a number of advantages to running a GPT/AI chatbot on your own computer rather than accessing one on the Internet. We’ll show why you might want….

Key Takeaways Don’t settle for the small screen, connect your laptop to a TV and enjoy movies, games, and more on the big screen. You could even use a space….

Key Takeaways If you’re running out of storage on your PC, the best thing to do is to find and remove old, unwanted files. Windows 11 offers multiple ways to….

Microsoft revealed a new Recall feature for Windows 11 back in May, promising a searchable timeline for your entire PC history using generative AI. Microsoft is now making changes to….

Key Takeaways With rumors about NVIDIA’s ARM solution, either in cooperation with MediaTek or as a standalone product, getting louder with each new day, it’s only a matter of time….

Windows loves to hide many hidden gems under its familiar interface that can add magic to your regular Windows experience. From time-saving shortcuts to built-in tools that can rival third-party….

Windows used to include a screensaver called “3D Pipes,” which drew overlapping pipes on a black background. It’s a fond memory for many people, and a new blog post sheds….

Key Takeaways AD If you want to monitor your in-game performance stats but don’t know which tool to use, fret not. Here are three in-game performance monitoring apps I wholeheartedly….

Key Takeaways Windows 11 comes with a lot of extra ‘stuff’ installed that slows it down: instant messaging apps, music and streaming services, software trials, bad games and clunky third-party….

With Copilot+ PCs, Microsoft also announced a huge AI-fueled feature for Windows 11: Recall. In theory, it would’ve allowed you to sort of “rewind” your computer and see what you….

The photographer of the famous Windows XP desktop background landscape picture didn’t anticipate it becoming one of the most iconic Windows images of all time. This realization inspired me to….

You can connect any Xbox controller to your Windows PC, including the latest Xbox Wireless Controller and the premium Elite lineup. You can choose between a wireless connection and a….

Key Takeaways You Need a Disc Drive You need a disc drive connected to your PC to read and rip CDs, so if you don’t already have one, you’ll need….

Key Takeaways A Helpful Hidden Pomodoro Timer Windows 11 has introduced a wealth of productivity features—though I wouldn’t blame you if you missed them. I noticed Focus Sessions when opening the calendar….

Key Takeaways If you want to monitor your in-game performance stats but don’t know which tool to use, fret not. Here are three in-game performance monitoring apps I wholeheartedly recommend….

I know many Windows users aren’t happy with their experience but hesitate to switch to Linux because of all the discouraging stories they’ve heard. Well, I’ve heard all the gossip,….

Windows 11 24H2 is the big update to Windows 11 for 2024, complete with Wi-Fi 7 support, new File Explorer features, and much more. We were expecting it to arrive….

I switched to Windows 11 recently, and it has been an interesting experience. Besides from the wildly-unpopular Recall update, there are a few things already in the operating system that have….

Windows is becoming very different from the operating system that I first grew to enjoy and use over the past few decades, but despite how I feel it’s strayed from….

Key Takeaways Microsoft’s answer DLSS and FSR is here. Automatic Super Resolution is a Windows-integrated upscaling method that, at least according to an early demo, works rather well. Microsoft has….

Key Takeaways Microsoft releases updates for Windows to add new features and fix bugs in the current version. Most updates download without problems, but some can cause errors during the….

Tech companies are really excited about artificial intelligence, often to the point of creating unhelpful AI-related services and features just to prove they’re doing something with the technology. Underneath the vapid marketing….

Linux can sort of run Windows apps but not without jumping through multiple hoops. Imagine an operating system that is designed from the ground up to run Windows apps natively…..

Key Takeaways Rainmeter is the oldest desktop customization tool for Windows. It lets you create and display custom skins on your desktop—widgets, visualizers, meters, mini apps, you name it. With….

One of our favorite external SSDs is on sale, and this rugged storage device is worth every penny. It is always a good idea to invest in an external drive…..

Key Takeaways Navigating the BIOS can feel overwhelming, with so many settings to consider. But there are a few simple tweaks you should make in the BIOS to boost the….

Key Takeaways Cloud storage is amazingly convenient. We can all agree on that. So why bother backing up stuff the old-fashioned way? Well, here’s why. Why Pick Local Backups Over….

Key Takeaways If you long for the old Windows sounds, wishing you could hear them again on Windows 11, you’re in luck. We’re going to show you how to download….

Some Windows laptops now have a dedicated Copilot keyboard key, as part of Microsoft’s big push for AI features. Here’s how it works, and how you can remap it if….

Key Takeaways . While Windows offers a wide range of built-in tools, they often lack the features to meet our needs. Installing alternative software with advanced features can help streamline….

While I’ve been using Windows 11 for almost a year on my ROG Ally, my main PC is still on Windows 10, and I don’t plan on switching to Windows….

Key Takeaways Ever wanted to feel like a Hollywood hacker without the associated risks? Here’s how to transform your boring Windows terminal into a “hacker” space with five harmless commands…..

It’s clear that Microsoft thinks Copilot is here to stay. They’re so confident that they’ve added an entire button for it on Copilot+ PCs. However, unless Microsoft wants that button….

Key Takeaways Windows Recall comes at a cost—and it’s measured in gigabytes! As Copilot+ PCs hit the market, users may face a storage crunch, with the feature consuming up to….

If you use a Windows PC for work or play but haven’t taken a moment to upgrade to Windows 11 Pro, don’t miss the chance to do it right now….

Technology has made printing documents on paper a lot less necessary than it used to be, which has left many people without printers. When the time comes, you may find….

A great big collection of Windows 11 improvements that were previously limited to beta testers are now available everyone. The Windows 11 KB5040442 cumulative update is currently rolling out to….

Key Takeaways The PC is the most popular gaming platform in the world, but things are far from perfect. A growing problem that’s drawn the ire of many gamers over….

Key Takeaways As a Windows laptop user, you know the frustration of searching for a charging spot because your laptop’s battery life is short. The problem is worse if your….

This was a busy week for tech news, with Samsung releasing new phones and accessories at Unpacked, some important security news, and updates to Windows. Here are the biggest stories….

With Windows 11’s minimal File Explorer design, Microsoft sacrificed a lot of useful features found in the old Windows 10 ribbon-style File Explorer. There are some ways you can still….

Security researcher Alon Leviev has discovered a vulnerability in Windows Update that allows attackers to disable security patches without detection. This downgrade attack can potentially compromise fully updated Windows systems,….