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37 Secret Windows 11 Features Hiding in Plain Sight
Think you know Windows 11? Think again. Tucked away beneath the default settings lies a collection of game-changing features designed to boost speed, streamline multitasking, and unlock full control over your PC.
Spy on Me No More: The Shocking Windows 11 Upgrade Every PC User Needs
Microsoft is finally blocking downloaded software from secretly accessing your camera, mic, and location without asking.
Your Next PC Is About to Cost Way More (And Microsoft Is Secretly to Blame)
A report reveals Microsoft is quietly raising Windows license fees by up to 10%—and PC makers are passing the bill on to you.
Microsoft Sidelines Clippy Replacement, Mico, Yanks It From Copilot Voice Mode
The blob-like mascot will now operate solely on Copilot Learn Live, where the AI buddy can serve as a voice-based tutor for education.
Europe Is Getting an iPhone-Connected Windows 11. Why Aren't We?
From iPhone integration to default browser freedom, EU regulation is creating a superior version of Windows 11—and Microsoft has zero plans to bring it home.
Faster App Loading Lands in Latest Windows 11 Update
Low Latency Profile forces the CPU to boost to its maximum frequency for a few seconds, meaning everything launches almost instantaneously rather than with a microsecond lag.
Buying a New PC? A Windows 11 Price Hike Could Soon Make It More Expensive
Microsoft has increased licensing fees for Windows 11 by 7-10%, and at least two brands are set to raise PC prices in Taiwan by 5% this quarter, reports United Daily News.
Microsoft Thinks OpenClaw Is the Future of Windows. My Testing Says Otherwise
I spent days wrestling with Microsoft's experimental companion app, only to find a maze of terminals, rising API costs, and a tool that leaves regular users completely behind.
Microsoft Just Fixed File Explorer, But It's Still Broken
Windows 11 is finally getting customizable File Explorer context menus, but Microsoft's biggest usability problem is still hiding in plain sight.
I Tested a Windows 11 PC With 8GB of RAM. Seriously, Do Not Buy One
Unless Microsoft follows through with major improvements to Windows 11, you need more than 8GB of memory to run anything other than just basic apps.
Missing the Windows 10 Taskbar? Try These Windows 11 Tweaks to Move, Resize, and Customize It
Not loving the taskbar in Windows 11? Here's how to easily adjust it so it provides quick and easy access to your favorite apps, and looks more like the classic taskbar you're accustomed to.
What Is OneDrive Photos? Microsoft Quietly Adds App to Windows 11
It's not Photos, it's not OneDrive: it's a brand new app that does a bit of both.
Windows 11 Has a Dirty Little Secret, and LG Just Used It to Push Pop-Up Ads
You thought plugging in a new monitor was safe. Thanks to a dangerous Microsoft loophole, at least one hardware maker is turning standard PC accessories into adware delivery machines.
VPN Provider Fights Microsoft's Hidden Windows Device Tracking
Windscribe VPN creates an experimental computer script that removes the mysterious Global Device ID (GDID) from a Windows PC, though it does break some functionality.
Hate the Copilot Key? Here's How to Disable It Completely
Microsoft acknowledged that the key had caused 'challenges' for some users and is set to roll out a way to permanently disable it, not just remap it.
Microsoft Is Finally Updating the Windows 95-Era Design on This Key Windows Tool
Dark mode and cleaner buttons are just the start for the Properties window.
This Won't End Well for Windows: LegacyHive Points to a Troubling Future
In the latest escalation of a public feud with Microsoft, security researcher Nightmare Eclipse released the LegacyHive zero-day vulnerability shortly after a major Patch Tuesday update. Expect future attacks.
14 Easy Fixes to Make Windows 11 Feel Faster
Don't reinstall Windows if you PC is slow. Try these simple tricks, and you should see a noticeable speed boost.
10 Future Windows 11 Features You Can Try Today
Microsoft is focused on addressing complaints with Windows 11 this year, and you can test out major improvements in Insider builds before anyone else. These 10 are my top picks.
More Stable, Less Annoying: A Massive Patch Tuesday Update Arrives Just When Windows Needs It
A brand-new recovery tool, a quieter Widgets board, and an indefinite pause button for system updates are among the welcome features rolling out to Windows 11 PCs.
