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How to empty Windows 11's recycle bin automatically
To optimize the storage space on your Windows partition, you can activate an automatic clean-up of files that are no longer needed.
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How to hide Windows 11's power button
Windows 11's power button in the Start menu can be removed to restrict the ability to shut down a computer. Here's how.
News
Microsoft offers sneak peek at new Windows features coming this fall
Microsoft has released a new Windows 11 Insider Beta build chock-full of the tweaks we expect will be coming to your PC in a month or two.
Feature
This broken Windows feature taunts me every time I update
A Windows feature called Delivery Optimization within is designed to allow you to download apps and updates from other PCs on your network, not the Internet. But it's so frustrating that it barely ever works.
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Google releases Nearby Share, its Android AirDrop clone for Windows
You can now download Nearby Share, a Google app that connects Android devices with Windows PCs and allows them to share files and photos back and forth.
Tip
How to find device drivers when Microsoft Windows can't
What do you do if Windows fails to automatically install device drivers for new PC hardware? Here's your guide.
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How to turn off Sticky Keys in Windows
You might have accidentally turned on Sticky Keys, or maybe you’re tired of the prompt. Here’s how to disable both.
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Windows Update wants to repair your computer
The latest Insider build of Windows 11 features a new way to repair big problems on the Recovery settings page.
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Windows 11's clock now displays seconds, a change opposed for decades
The clock in the Windows 11 taskbar has been given a makeover that Windows developers had opposed for decades.
Feature
I used Windows Dictation to write this article with my voice
Windows 11, Voice Access, and Windows Dictation allow you to control your PC and write using just your voice. But is it useful or just a PITA? A little of both.
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133 Windows drivers with valid Microsoft signatures found crawling with malware
Malware is found in over 100 drivers for Windows, despite valid signatures. Microsoft reacts and suspends the licences of many developers.
Deal
Cheaper than Prime Day: Get Windows 11 Pro licenses right here for $30
PCWorld’s own software store is offering Windows 11 Pro, Windows 11 Home, and Windows 10 Pro licenses for less than Amazon right now.
How-To
Perk up your computer with Microsoft's free new PC Manager app
There are many programs that claim to fix and tune Windows. Now Microsoft has its own, PC Manager.
How-To
Smart free software lets you search Windows faster
Windows' own search function is okay, but there are alternatives.
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10 overlooked Windows 11 features you should start using
You may have heard of some of these, but they’re probably not part of your daily routine yet—despite all of them being incredibly helpful.
Feature
Hands on: Windows Copilot can't decide what it is
Microsoft launched its AI assistant, Windows Copilot, into preview on Thursday within Windows 11. It's a useful tool, with potential, but also has some severe limitations.
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Microsoft says you can now test Windows Copilot
Microsoft begins shipping its AI-powered Windows Copilot in a major Windows Insider test build, along with a major change to the Settings menu, a new volume mixer, better Snap Layouts and more.
How-To
Use virtual desktops in Windows 10 and 11 to help you stay more organized
Learn how to utilize virtual desktops in Windows 10 and 11 to save precious desktop space and organize your workplaces more efficiently.
News
Windows Hello gets new built-in passkey powers
New Insider Build options will integrate website passkeys with the Windows Hello system.
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Microsoft is working on a full cloud-based Windows OS
New internal documents revealed by the FTC investigation shows a full remote access OS could be in Windows' future.