A freshly installed system starts up quickly and responds swiftly. A few updates and new software installations later, however, Windows seems to become slower and slower. There are several ways to ...

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Question: What should I do with my older computer that can’t run Windows 11? Answer: Now that the October 14, 2025 deadline has passed, Windows 10 is officially retired, meaning Microsoft will no ...

The end of the year means it’s time to reflect on what’s really important in life: friends, family — and Windows PC tips. That may sound silly, but I’ve always believed it’s true. Useful tech tips and ...

When October 2025 rolls around, your old but still functional Windows 10 PC will no longer receive monthly security updates. And although you have a variety of options, the simplest solution is to ...

To transfer files from Android to Windows PC, use a USB cable for fast, direct transfers or Bluetooth for small files, though it’s slower. Cloud storage (e.g., Google Drive, OneDrive) lets you upload ...

For anyone running Windows 11 on standard PC hardware, the new 24H2 release will be a ho-hum event, with mostly minor tweaks to the Windows experience. But that's emphatically not the case for anyone ...

In May 2024, Microsoft announced a new initiative called Copilot+ PC for Windows laptops. If you aren’t immersed in the world of Windows, you probably met the announcement with a confused shrug—a ...

Google Authenticator is a powerful tool for adding an extra layer of security to your online accounts, but it does not have an official application for Windows PCs. However, there are several ...

Sleep mode is a handy feature on Windows that allows you to save power without completely turning off your PC. This is particularly useful when you want to step away from your desk for a few hours and ...

Posts from this topic will be added to your daily email digest and your homepage feed. If you can’t get your computer to start up properly, here are some methods to try. If you can’t get your computer ...

In daily use, your Windows PC saves countless data, installs and uninstalls programs — and in the process becomes increasingly slower and more susceptible to problems. But there is a simple solution ...