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The first thing I do on any Windows 11 PC to boost performance is adjust the visual effects. These include features such as ...

So, I decided to perform a full system security audit of my Windows PC. It revealed something a bit concerning: software that ...

Disk Cleanup is another utility that is accessible regardless of your Windows version. The easiest way to open it is to search for "Disk Cleanup" in the search bar and bring up the window.

You really can protect your PC with free software, but there’s a price. Multiple free security programs usually aren’t as easy to use as one pricey suite. Your less likely to get decent support ...

Your computer likely runs slower now than when you first bought it due to a combination of age and software. Seven of the most common issues have relatively quick and effective resolutions that can ...

On any given day, reader Stephen works with several different files in several different programs. His hassle is having to restart these programs and reload these documents every time he boots his PC: ...

Posts from this topic will be added to your daily email digest and your homepage feed. is a senior editor and founding member of The Verge who covers gadgets, games, and toys. He spent 15 years ...

Wherever there are online video games, there will be people trying to cheat. It’s human nature, and as much as it annoys the rest of us, we’ll never be rid of it. So we should all expect, at some ...

Whether your turn your PC off at night can be a controversial topic, depending on who you speak to. Older generations often told their children to leave their PC running, and only to reboot when it's ...