6 easy Windows 11 tweaks that help your SSD last longer
…Here I lay out some key ways you can do that in Windows 11. 1. Enable Trim for SSDs One simple trick to extend SSD lifespan is to enable the Trim command…
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Meet Windows 11's Dev Drive, the gaming speed trick hiding in plain sight
…The setup can be done directly in Windows 11. Open Settings using the Win+I shortcut and go to System. In the Storage section, go to “Advanced storage settings” and then to…
Windows 11’s firewall has a blind spot. These tweaks close it
…In Windows 11 Pro, the feature can be easily enabled via the Group Policy Editor. Press Windows-R to run the command gpedit.msc, then navigate to Computer Configuration > Administrative Templates…
Your Windows 11 PC is slower than it should be. Here's what to check
…Unnecessary background processes slow down the system startup and hamper Windows’ overall performance. Many programs, and Windows 11 itself, leave traces of user activity on the PC. These include temporary files, remnants…
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Windows 11 can still run the PC games you grew up with. Here's how
…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…
Windows 11 is packed with AI now. Here’s how to take back control
Microsoft is flooding every inch of Windows 11 with AI features... and if you're like me, you aren't thrilled about it. I'd rather choose the AI tools I want…
Microsoft's new CPU trick might finally fix Windows 11's app stutters
Microsoft is working on a new way to make Windows 11 PCs faster. But instead of tackling performance through additional tools or upgrades, the company is relying on a trick that affects…
Turn an aging PC into a faster, smarter setup for just $10 with Windows 11 Pro
TL;DR: Upgrade to Windows 11 Pro for just $9.97 (MSRP $199) and lock in a lifetime license before the deal disappears on May 18. Still running Windows 10…
One $35 payment gets you Microsoft Office + Windows 11 Pro
TL;DR: Get Microsoft Office 2021 + Windows 11 Pro for just $34.97 MSRP $418.99)—one payment, long-term productivity. If you’ve been putting off upgrading your…
Microsoft tests replacing Windows 11's Night Light with something better
The Night Light feature in Windows, which protects your eyes from blue light to help you sleep better, has been available in Windows 10 and 11 for quite some time. But it…