Microsoft's Smart App Control used to be pointless, but it's about to become a lot more usable. Here's what's changing.

Windows 11 can feel sluggish on older hardware or cluttered installs, but a handful of targeted changes can make it feel insanely faster without a full reset. These 12 quick tweaks focus on removing ...

Microsoft is adding the ability to rename your user account to the Windows 11 Settings app, ported over from the legacy Control Panel.

If you are using a Gigabyte motherboard or laptop, you already know how important the Gigabyte Control Center (GCC) is, as it lets you manage your system more effectively by controlling RGB lighting, ...

AI sharing allows you to grant permission to AI assistants like Copilot to have access to entire app windows in your taskbar.

Microsoft has released the KB5077241 optional cumulative update for Windows 11, which comes with 29 changes, including improvements to BitLocker, a new network speed test tool, and native System ...

Windows 11 26H2 is the next major free update for all Windows users. Among other things, it brings improvements to Explorer, camera control, and AI. Here's an overview.

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Discover seven practical Windows 11 AI features for 2026, from Copilot and Live Captions translation to Recall, Studio ...

A new PowerToys upgrade could speed up how you search, launch apps, and run commands across Windows 11.

Microsoft has released the KB5074105 preview cumulative update for Windows 11 systems, which includes 32 changes, including fixes for sign-in, boot, and activation issues. KB5074105 is an optional ...

Microsoft's 2026 roadmap for Windows 11 reveals some exciting innovations, but those shouldn't overshadow the long-standing issues that affect everyday PC users. Chris Hoffman is the author of Windows ...