7 useful things in Windows 11’s new Start menu
…If you're using Windows 11, the icon is positioned slightly to the right of the screen. Last year, a new version of the Start menu was released, but the rollout took…
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ViVeTool lets you activate hidden features in Windows 11. These are features that Microsoft has already integrated into the operating system but hasn’t yet officially enabled for one reason or another. This small command-line program allows you to view and activate these experimental Windows 11 components. In this way, you can test out new system elements weeks or months before their official rollouts. You can also customize the user interface to your liking. Microsoft plans to make unlocking experimental features easier in the future. For now, you can use ViVeTool to do so. Learn more about u
Not seeing Xbox mode in Windows 11 yet? Unlock it using this free toolWhat is Xbox mode?
The new Xbox mode, which was formerly known as Xbox Full Screen Experience (FSE), offers a console-like interface when gaming on a Windows 11 PC. This interface is optimized for full-screen display readability and navigation using a gaming controller. Xbox mode is also designed to allow players to seamlessly switch between productive work and gaming without limiting the flexibility of Windows itself. Microsoft emphasizes that the interface was specifically developed to bring a console feel to the PC. Further reading: Microsoft pledges to improve Windows 11’s stability
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Intel's latest Windows 11 drivers fix Wi-Fi and Bluetooth issues
Intel is now rolling out its latest drivers for Windows 11, reports Windows Latest. The new drivers are intended to fix various Wi-Fi and Bluetooth issues, resulting in more stable connection…
Stop delaying your OS upgrade and switch to Windows 11 Pro for under $10
…snap layouts, virtual desktops, and lightning-fast search tools. You get enterprise-grade features like BitLocker encryption, Windows Hello biometric login, and TPM 2.0 compatibility — all designed to protect…
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Want me to trust Windows 11 again? Bring back local accounts
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Microsoft PowerToys turns 20 and gets its best feature update yet
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…In our guide, we want to breathe new life into these treasures from the past and get them running on a current PC with Windows 11. We describe two scenarios: Prerequisite: DOSBox…