One of the simplest configuration changes that I have made since making the switch to Windows 11 last year was to configure the File Explorer to open to the This PC screen. Normally, when you open ...

There are no shortage of complaints about Windows 11 and its slow File Explorer, with owners reporting buggy behavior, non-responsive commands, and crashing out of the blue. That's partly why Windows ...

Microsoft is changing how Windows Update works to make it more user-friendly and less irritating. The ability to pause Windows updates for as long as you want is finally coming, and another highly ...

Question: My computer isn’t as fast as it used to be, but it’s not that old. What can I do to speed it up? Answer: This is one of the most common questions we hear, and the good news is that a ...

A new update now rolling out globally will give users the option to skip the update process when setting up a new Windows 11 PC, speeding up the experience two-fold. When you purchase through links on ...

Q: My computer isn’t as fast as it used to be, but it’s not that old. What can I do to speed it up? A: This is one of the most common questions we hear, and the good news is that a sluggish computer ...

A PC build under $500 is more capable than ever, delivering solid 1080p 60fps gaming in many popular titles. With smart component choices, even a budget gaming PC build can handle esports and light ...

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A Microsoft VP doesn't like forcing a Microsoft account in Windows. This means the company may finally let you use a local account instead. This is part of an effort to make Windows more reliable and ...

Microsoft is preparing a change to its Windows 11 setup process that lets users choose a custom name for their profile folder during installation. As basic as it sounds, this solves a common issue for ...

The latest Windows 11 preview build introduces the ability to specify a custom user directory for your account, something both macOS and Linux have supported for decades. When you purchase through ...