Forgot your Windows password? Here’s how to get back into your PC
On the first day after your vacation, you sit down at your PC, type in the password — and fail. Windows says: “The password is incorrect. Please repeat the process” and expects […]
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How to switch from Windows 10 to Linux: A technical guide
There are gentle migration strategies that can delay the move away from Windows 10, which Microsoft will stop supporting in October 2025. Technically (and maybe even psychologically), the easiest step is the […]
I seized control of Windows startup and sped up my PC in seconds
Hey, everyone! Today I’m going to show you how to set apps to not load on startup in Windows. App developers usually program their apps to load and open by default when […]
After using Microsoft PowerToys ‘Peek’ tool, I can’t imagine life without it
Hey, there! Have you ever just wanted to quickly preview images or other files in Windows File Explorer, but when you click on the file, Windows loads it up in a program […]
What version of Windows is on your PC? Here’s how to find out
Are you running the most up to date version of Windows? Did your PC update to the big Windows 11 24H2 upgrade yet, or do you still need to grab all the […]
Windows 11’s Voice typing tool saved my aching hand
Hey, PCWorld readers! Windows 11 has a bunch of hidden features that I consider unrealized gems — utilities and tools that aren’t widely used, but when Windows users do discover them, most […]
This free all-in-one tool fixes common Windows problems
Keeping your Windows PC running good isn’t hard if you do a little regular upkeep. Stuff can slow down or mess up over time, but Windows has some built-in tools to help […]
Upgrading Windows 10 to 11: Here’s everything you need to know
Firstly, the good news: If you have Windows 10 installed on your PC, you can upgrade to Windows 11 24H2 (the latest version of Windows 11) free of charge. This makes sense, […]
Make your Windows 11 taskbar transparent for a cool, minimalist vibe
Having a full Windows 11 taskbar at the bottom of my display seems like a waste of space to me, seeing as I tend to pin just a few icons to it […]
How to free up storage space with Windows 11’s memory optimization
Is your PC feeling a bit sluggish or running out of space? Don’t sweat it. Windows 11 has some handy built-in tools to help you declutter and boost performance. We’ll walk you […]
