How to Choose Your Microphone on Windows 11
While using Windows 11, you might need to switch audio inputs between several microphones connected to your PC. Luckily, Windows makes the process fairly easy. Here’s how to do it.
How to Zip and Unzip Files on Windows 11
In Windows 11, the ZIP file format compresses data and makes files smaller, which speeds up file transfers and saves disk space. You can also use ZIP compression to combine multiple files into one compact package. Here’s how …
Some Windows 11 PCs Are Being Forced Back to Windows 10
A lot of people have been testing Windows 11 through Microsoft’s Windows Insider Program. However, some of them are being forced back to Windows 10 because they previewed the OS on unsupported hardware, according to BetaWiki….
How to Install Windows 10 from a USB Drive
Most modern computers don’t have a CD or DVD drive, so installing Windows 10 using a disc isn’t always possible. The good news is you don’t need discs anymore—all you need is a USB drive.
How to Change Your Screen Brightness on Windows 11
If you own a Windows 11 laptop, tablet, or all-in-one PC, it’s easy to change your built-in screen’s brightness with a couple clicks (or taps) thanks to the Quick Settings menu or the Settings app. Here’s how….
Windows 11 Won’t Support Android Apps on Day One
Windows 11 finally has a release date. Microsoft announced that it would launch on October 5 for some computers, with a gradual rollout to follow. However, one disappointing aspect of the Windows 11 launch is a lack of native…
It’s Official: Windows 11 Has a Release Date
Microsoft finally announced the release date for Windows 11. The company says the operating system will start rolling out on October 5, 2021, so we won’t have to wait too much longer to get our hand on a finalized version of …
How to Turn Off a Windows 11 PC
Want to shut down your Windows 11 PC? There are several ways to do it. All of them work equally well, so pick the one that suits you the best.
Some Windows 11 PCs Won’t Get Security Updates, According to Microsoft
We recently found out that Microsoft would allow anyone to download the Windows 11 ISO and install it, even if their PC didn’t meet the requirements. However, there’s a significant catch, as the company may withhold security …
How to Change the Size of the Touch Keyboard on Windows 11
If you often use the Touch Keyboard feature on Windows 11, you may be delighted to learn that you can make it bigger or smaller depending on your needs. Here’s how.
How to Check Bluetooth Device Battery Life in Windows 11
In Windows 11, it’s easy to quickly check the battery life of some Bluetooth devices like mice or keyboards in Settings. It doesn’t work with every peripheral, but when it works, it’s handy. Here’s how to check….
Windows 11 Is Getting a Handy Microsoft 365 Widget
Windows 11 is getting all sorts of exciting new features for computers that are actually able to run it. Microsoft just announced another cool goodie in a Microsoft 365 widget that’ll bring lots of handy functionality right t…
Microsoft Backs Down: Windows 11 Will Run on Any PC
One of the most significant sticking points with Windows 11 is the strict system requirements. However, Microsoft has just announced that any PC can install the Windows 11 ISO, opening up the new OS to just about anyone who w…
Windows 10’s August 2021 Optional Updates Are Boring
Microsoft has a bunch of optional updates for your Windows 10 computer. You don’t need to download them, but if you like keeping your PC as current as possible, you may want to download these.
How to Downgrade from Windows 11 to Windows 10
If you’ve upgraded your PC to Windows 11 and want to go back to Windows 10, there are several ways to do it. Here’s what you need to know about switching from the new Windows 11 to stable old Windows 10….
Microsoft Is Updating PowerToys for Windows 11
If you’re a Windows power user, you know about PowerToys. Fortunately, Microsoft hasn’t forgotten about it in Windows 11, as the company is planning to refresh the latest version of the operating system….
How to Pause Windows 11 Updates
By default, Windows 11 checks for and installs updates automatically. If those automatic updates aren’t convenient for you, Windows lets you pause automatic updates for one week. Here’s how to do it.
Windows 11 Is Becoming More Unstable Soon, Here’s What to Do
If you’re not the kind of person who enjoys a bumpy ride when you boot up your computer, you may want to think about switching from the Dev and beta channels of the Windows Insider Preview.
How to Switch Between Dev and Beta Channels on Windows 11
With reports that future Windows 11 Dev Channel updates could be unstable for Windows Insiders, you might want to switch to the more stable Beta Channel—or back to the Dev Channel later if you change your mind. Here’s how t…
Windows 11 Is Finally Available as an ISO
For as long as the Windows 11 preview builds have been available, they’ve required you to upgrade from Windows 10. Now, Microsoft has announced that it is releasing Windows 11 as an ISO, which means you can do a fresh Windows…
Why Windows 11’s Best Feature Is New Emoji (Seriously)
Windows 10’s emoji look strange. That’s no surprise because they were designed for Windows 8—and they haven’t aged well. Windows 11 completely replaces every single emoji in Windows, getting rid of that flat design language…
Windows 11’s New Clock App Will Help You Get Work Done
Microsoft has made the new Clock app with Focus Sessions available to Windows Insiders through the latest Windows 11 update. Shortly after learning that the new Clock app integrates with Spotify, we’re now able to try it out …
Windows 11’s Tiny Context Menu Buttons Will Confuse People
Overall, Windows 11 is a polished new version of Windows. But it has some serious annoyances, and we’re not just talking about how difficult it is to change your default browser. The new File Explorer context menus might look…
Microsoft Paints Paint With a Fresh Coat of Paint in Windows 11
Microsoft’s Paint app is getting a substantial redesign in Windows 11. It appears as though Microsoft has cracked open the lid of its paint bucket to give the Paint app a fresh coat of paint that makes it look quite different…
How to Run Windows 11 on a Mac
The stable version of Windows 11 will arrive by the end of 2021, but the preview release is already available. You can use Parallels 17 to run Windows 11 on Intel and M1 Macs today. Here’s how.
