Microsoft is improving Windows 11 with faster File Explorer, movable taskbar support, Start menu customization, and better driver recovery.

I installed Microsoft's free PC Manager tool to see if a single click could actually make a difference on a sluggish computer.

I set up 5 Windows automations and forgot they existed — that's the point, and they made my life so much easier.

Windows 11 users are not happy campers at the moment for multiple reasons, but Microsoft is doing something about an issue around updates. The company just introduced "Cloud-Initiated Driver Recovery" ...

Microsoft is making Windows Update a lot less disruptive. Microsoft is making Windows Update a lot less disruptive. is a senior correspondent and author of Notepad, who has been covering all things ...

Microsoft’s big April patch (update KB5083769) has been causing numerous problems on Windows 11 machines these past few weeks, including BitLocker lockouts, reboot loops, and breakage of third-party ...

Windows 11 is set to gain a new feature that will boost CPU frequency in bursts when initiating high-priority tasks to speed up app launches and system responsiveness. When you purchase through links ...

Use left and right arrow keys to seek audio. Windows 11 throttles background apps to save power, and it's not always right about which ones deserve it. Power Throttling at the system level and ...

If your PC suddenly launched Microsoft Edge right after installing the latest Windows 11 update, you’re not alone—and no, it’s not a bug or virus. After the April 2026 Patch Tuesday update, many users ...

It is time for a new list of 10 useful apps for Windows 10 and 11 that can boost productivity, make the operating system more convenient, capable, or just plain fun. In our 2026 edition, we have cross ...

SysMain' was draining my computer's background memory. Here's how to find the biggest culprits behind your sluggish PC.

Windows 11 is full of web apps that make your PC slower and less enjoyable to use, so I'm excited about the prospect of a team dedicated to "100% native" apps. I've been writing about technology for ...