Windows 11 Articles
Windows 11 and Android Apps: Not Quite There Yet
Still not ready for prime time
How to Set Up Windows 11 Virtual Desktops
Plus the limitations of multiple monitors
The 36 Best Windows Command Prompt Keyboard Shortcuts
You'll be a wizard in no time flat
Keyboard shortcuts can save you a lot of time, and they can reduce the chance of repetitive strain injuries (RSIs) like carpal tunnel syndrome. So let’s check out the best […]
10 Easy PowerShell Commands All Windows Users Should Know
Don't need to be an admin or programmer to use it
PowerShell gives you all the control you need over your Windows PC, and it’s easy to learn. So ditch Command Prompt and use Windows PowerShell commands to automate those repetitive […]
How to List All Windows Services using PowerShell or Command Line
Helps you diagnose any issues swiftly
The running applications you see on your screen are a fraction of what is happening in Windows. From managing device drivers to ensuring security, a bunch of background processes maintain […]
How to Check Hard Drive Health in Windows 11/10
Plus we tell you the best method to use
In any aging computer, the hard disk is usually the first thing to go. This is because unlike components like RAM or the processor, an HDD has more moving parts. […]
How to Add Shortcuts to the Windows Taskbar
The taskbar in Windows 10 and 11 is always visible, giving you quick access to anything you add to it. But how do you create shortcuts to the Windows taskbar? […]
How to Find Out What Graphics Card is in Your Windows 11 PC
Better than taking a wild guess
Your new Windows 11 app or game has a list of minimum and recommended hardware requirements. You’ll find a graphics card in that list, but how do you know which […]
What Is the Latest Version of Windows?
Microsoft Windows 11’s release date to the public was October 5th, 2021. This latest version is known as “21H2”, but there have been several minor updates to Microsoft’s latest operating […]
What Does “Your location is currently in use” Mean on Windows?
Not as weird as it sounds
You might have noticed a small round icon showing up in your Windows notification area. Hovering over this icon reveals a “Your location is currently in use” message. Here’s how […]
How to Add Shortcuts to the Windows Desktop
Do you want to open apps, files, folders, and websites faster? Try creating desktop shortcuts. This tutorial shows how to do that on your Windows 10 or 11 PC. Although […]
What Is the WinSxS Folder, Why Is It Huge, and How to Cleanup?
Plus what the correct size should be
A Windows user’s pursuit of storage is never-ending. Clean up the PC in January, and your storage space will max out again before springtime. As you dig deeper to find […]
How to Move the Windows 11 Taskbar to Left or Right and Customize
Make it work for you better
If you’re one of the many people who are finally using Windows 11, you’re probably playing around with all of the new features that are available. One of the first […]
How to Limit Battery Charge to a Certain Percentage in Windows 11/10
Extend the life of your laptop's battery
The latest Apple macOS versions detect whether you’re using the laptop on AC power for extended amounts of time. It automatically limits the maximum battery level to 80% to extend […]
How to Easily Merge Folders in Windows 11/10
Free up space and reduce clutter
If you organize files, you probably have a web of folders and subfolders holding all your data. If you ever find that you’ve over-organized a bit, you might want to […]
What Is the Windows Registry (and What Can You Do With It)?
Hint: nothing to do with weddings
The Registry is a database of all the settings that the Microsoft Windows operating system, its applications, and hardware device drivers use to maintain their configurations. In many ways, the […]
13 Fixes When Windows 11 Wi-Fi Not Showing Up
You'll have no more wireless worries
Wi-Fi is the lifeblood of modern computers, but sometimes the option to connect to Wi-Fi doesn’t show up in Windows 11(or Windows 10!). This makes it impossible to connect to […]
Headphones Not Working on Windows 11? 10 Fixes to Try
Besides cleaning out your ears
If you’re having issues using headphones on your Windows 11 computer, the recommendations in this tutorial will fix the problem. Before anything, verify that your computer isn’t set on mute. […]
What Is the Windows Desktop.ini File and Can I Delete It?
You'll sleep better after reading this
Some people assume the Desktop.ini file is a virus or malware because it sometimes appears suddenly on their PC. Luckily, this isn’t the case, but if you’re wondering what Windows’ […]