Windows built-in data wiping tool is leaving behind sensitive information
What is your data wiping strategy?
First Windows 11 feature update brings Android app support, redesigned Notepad and Media Player apps
Major OS update sees the return of the weather widget, among other Taskbar and usability improvements
New PowerToys collection include a variety of tools to tune up your Windows experience
The new Microsoft PowerToys include a variety of utilities like "Awake" to ensure your PC does not go to sleep, a universal color picker, and "Run" a Spotlight-like search utility.
How to Activate God Mode in Windows 10 and Windows 11
Many of you may be familiar with Windows God Mode. It does not make your PC immortal, but puts an icon on your desktop that gives quick access to any setting you might need, with over 200 settings available.
Microsoft: Windows needs a minimum of 8 hours online to update successfully
The reason a device is not "fully up to date"
Files is a better looking Windows File Explorer with tabs, and more features
"Files" is basically what the Windows File Explorer should be: consistent Windows 11 design language, browser-like tabbing, and user-friendly settings.
Microsoft's first big Windows 11 update lands in February
Windows 11 is off to a better start than Windows 10
GameLoop lets you play Android games on your PC
GameLoop is an emulator developed by Tencent for playing Android games on Windows. It features an app marketplace, support up to 2K resolution, smart key mapping and more.
Microsoft is bringing a redesigned Task Manager to Windows 11
A tab-free Task Manager
Google Play Games arrive on Windows PCs in limited beta
Users in Hong Kong, South Korea and Taiwan can now sign up for Google's beta program
You can now play God of War on Windows 7, 8 and 8.1 thanks to modders
The game is only officially supported on Windows 10/11
Google looks to improve connectivity between Android and Windows
Google has big plans for Android this year
Microsoft says Windows 11 has a color rendering issue, fix arriving in late January
Not everyone will notice the problem
How to Make Windows 11 Look and Feel More Like Windows 10
If you've made the jump to Windows 11, chances are you won't like some of the changes made to the Taskbar, Start Menu, and File Explorer. However you can fix many of these with a few tweaks and tools.
The Xbox app will now tell you how well a game will run on your PC
Microsoft introducing a basic performance label
Hackers are infecting Windows activators like KMSPico to steal from cryptocurrency wallets
Not that KMSPico is a legitimate tool
Explainer: What is a File System?
There are many different ways to organize files and directories in a computer, but in the abstract of how that happens at the hardware and OS level is typically assigned to the file system. This is how it works.
A Compilation of Command Prompt Tips, Tricks & Cool Things You Can Do
#ThrowBackThursday Learn all that you can do in the Windows Command Prompt, from useful commands everyone should know to more advanced tweaks and troubleshooting features.
What Ever Happened to MSN Messenger?
It was the late 90s, social media platforms like Facebook didn't yet exist, texting was in its infancy, email was very popular, instant messaging was up for the taking and Microsoft took notice.
New zero-day vulnerability in Windows Installer affects all versions of Microsoft's OS
Microsoft already launched an update to address the vulnerability, but it wasn't enough to solve the issue
Install and run Windows on external hard drives with WinToUSB
WinToUSB allows you to install and run any version of Windows and Windows Server on external hard drives, USB flash or Thunderbolt drives for free.
Intel Alder Lake: Windows 11 vs. Windows 10 Performance
After reviewing all 12th-gen Intel Core CPUs, today we're taking a look at how these new processors compare when using Windows 10 and Windows 11, plus Windows 11 running VBS (Virtualization-Based Security).
Microsoft moves Windows 10 feature updates to an annual cycle
Promises to support at least one version of Windows 10 through mid-October 2025
5 Windows File Explorer Alternatives You Should Try
The Windows File Explorer hasn't fundamentally changed over the years, but luckily there are many better alternatives that are available for free, or at least to try. We check out some of the best of them.
