Every time I set up a new desktop or laptop, I change a handful of Windows settings to improve my experience and protect my privacy. Changing your default apps is essential, especially if you plan on ...

Note: This is an early peek at a chapter from my next book, De-Enshittify Windows 11. This book will be available for ...

In October 2025, Microsoft officially ended support for Windows 10. This means your computer will stop receiving software updates, security fixes, and even technical support moving forward. To make ...

PCMag editors select and review products independently. If you buy through affiliate links, we may earn commissions, which help support our testing. Microsoft is testing a new Copilot feature that ...

Dark patterns in Windows 11 quietly push ads, data tracking, and Microsoft services. In 2026, users should disable notification tips, ad IDs, diagnostic data, personalized search, Start menu and lock ...

Microsoft is adding the ability to rename your user account to the Windows 11 Settings app, ported over from the legacy Control Panel.

Microsoft is rolling out a big update for Windows 11 version 24H2, which adds plenty of new features, including redesigned BSOD, agentic search in Settings, Quick Machine Recovery, and more. Microsoft ...

In this tutorial, we will show you how to enable and use the Agent in the Settings app on a Windows 11 PC. Agent in Windows Settings is a new feature in Windows 11 Copilot+ PCs that uses on-device AI ...

This problem typically arises due to software glitches rather than hardware failure. It can be caused by corrupted system files that disrupt the power reporting function. These outdated or ...