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Boost Productivity with Windows 11's Modern Files App: Features & Setup Guide
Windows 11 users seeking a more powerful file management solution now have an exciting alternative to File Explorer: the Modern Files app. This open-source application brings a fresh approach to file...
Windows 11 Fast Startup: Pros, Cons, and How to Turn It Off
Windows 11's Fast Startup feature is designed to reduce boot times by combining elements of hibernation and shutdown. While this hybrid approach can significantly speed up system startup, it's not...
Bypass Microsoft Account Requirement in Windows 11 Setup with 2025 Registry Fix
Microsoft has increasingly pushed users toward signing in with a Microsoft account during Windows 11 setup, but many privacy-conscious users prefer the control of a local account. While Microsoft...
Windows Subsystem for Android Ends in 2025: What Users Need to Know
Microsoft's decision to discontinue the Windows Subsystem for Android (WSA) in 2025 marks a significant shift in its strategy for mobile app integration on Windows 11. Initially launched with much...
Windows 11 Users: 72% Have Unneeded Camera Access—Check & Block Permissions Now
In today's digital landscape, protecting your privacy starts with controlling which apps can access your camera and microphone on Windows 11. Microsoft's latest operating system offers robust tools...
How to Remove Bloatware from Windows 11: The Ultimate Guide for a Cleaner PC
Windows 11 comes preloaded with various apps and services that many users never need, commonly referred to as bloatware. While some of these apps can be useful, others simply take up space and...
Schedule automated weekly reboots in Windows 11 via Task Scheduler for fewer crashes
Regularly restarting your Windows 11 PC isn't just tech folklore—it's a scientifically validated maintenance practice that clears memory leaks, applies pending updates, and resets system processes....
How to Use TranslucentTB for a Transparent Taskbar in Windows 11
Windows 11 brings a sleek, modern interface, but some users crave even more customization—especially when it comes to the taskbar. TranslucentTB, a lightweight open-source utility, allows you to...
Boost Windows Speed by Removing Hidden Bloatware
For millions of users, powering on a brand-new Windows PC should be a moment of excitement and limitless potential. Yet, for many, this experience is soured almost instantly by the sight of a crowded...
April 2025 Windows Update Creates Mysterious inetpub Folder Without IIS
When Windows users installed the latest Patch Tuesday update for April 2025, an unexpected and rather bewildering mystery greeted them on their primary drive: a new, empty folder named “inetpub.”...
Windows 11 Now Supports Android Screen Mirroring & File Sharing: A Game-Changer for Productivity
Microsoft has taken a significant leap in bridging the gap between Windows 11 and Android devices with its latest update, introducing seamless screen mirroring and file-sharing capabilities directly...
Customize Windows 11’s Win+X Menu for Instant System Access
Windows 11's sleek interface may have caught your eye, but the real power lies in its often-overlooked Win+X menu—a treasure trove of shortcuts and system tools that can transform your workflow....