Stop settling for the default Windows experience. These 35 hidden features unlock smarter workflows, better customization, ...

Microsoft is refining the Start menu in Windows 11, but you can get faster search, deeper customization, and better workflows ...

Master three essential Windows 11 registry hacks that eliminate common frustrations. Simple tweaks for the context menu, God ...

Something to look forward to: Searching local files should be one of the simplest and most basic features an operating system offers, but Windows 11 still makes the process unnecessarily awkward.

There's lots to do after you install Windows 11.

I can’t remember the last time I had to manually activate my Windows PC or keep track of my product key, largely thanks to digital license linking and automatic reactivation. So far as you’ve linked ...

When you first set up Windows 11 25H2, Microsoft nudges you to sign in with a Microsoft account — and for good reason. It unlocks OneDrive sync, the Microsoft Store, and seamless settings backup ...

After years of pissing me and other Windows 11 users off, Microsoft says it’s ready to turn a new leaf, fixing mistakes, making improvements, and adding some long-requested features. I’d like to ...

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 ...

Use left and right arrow keys to seek audio. Microsoft appears to be turning over several new leaves with Windows 11 - or indeed rewriting the entire book to an extent - with plans to improve and fix ...

PCWorld reports that Microsoft VP Scott Hanselman hinted at potentially removing Windows 11’s mandatory Microsoft account requirement during setup. Many within Microsoft reportedly support eliminating ...

If your Windows install is feeling creaky and you want to freshen up, or if you don't have Windows at all, the fastest way to fix things up is to simply do a clean install. Back up your important ...