Select the "Check for updates" button. After a short wait, it will list all available updates for your installation. If you ...

Windows 11 can identify large files, unused apps, and system files that can be safely deleted. This is a good place to start when optimizing your disk space. Here's how to access these tools: 1. Click ...

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Free support for Windows 10 ends on October 14, 2025, leaving unpatched devices exposed. We answer the key questions every IT ...

Microsoft is increasingly clamping down on methods for bypassing the Microsoft Account requirement for Windows 11.

The new Auto-Categorization feature in Microsoft Photos will group your photos into predefined categories, like screenshots or receipts.

Windows Defender is a crucial security tool designed to protect your system from harmful files and malware in Windows 11/10. However, dealing with it can sometimes be frustrating, as it mistakenly ...

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It's easy to complain about Windows 11 and how it's a vehicle for Microsoft to try and force users to embrace certain features that they may not be interested in. A big annoyance that's commonly ...

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Reports had suggested Windows 11 security updates were behind some recent SSD issues. Reports had suggested Windows 11 security updates were behind some recent SSD issues. is a senior editor and ...

Carrying an entire operating system on a flash drive can be very useful, especially if you don't have a laptop. But don't ...