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Here is how to remap the Copilot key in Windows 11, without Microsoft's upcoming "fix"

Usama Jawad — Mon, 18 May 2026 13:16:01 +0000

Before Microsoft rolls out its own fix, a tiny utility lets Windows 11 users restore Right Ctrl behavior to the Copilot key, we explain how. Read more...

10 quick tweaks that make Windows 11 a lot better

Usama Jawad — Sun, 19 Apr 2026 12:46:01 +0000

Ten quick tweaks can make Windows 11 faster, cleaner, and less annoying, with each change taking under a minute to apply. Read more...

How to make Task Manager always on top in Windows 11?

Taras Buria — Wed, 01 Apr 2026 22:30:01 +0000

If you need to monitor your hardware for troubleshooting or another purpose, keeping Task Manager always on top could be a big help. Here is how to pin it so it stays above all other windows. Read more...

10 common mistakes you should avoid when using Windows 11

Usama Jawad — Sun, 29 Mar 2026 21:24:01 +0000

If you're making these mistakes, you're probably ruining your Windows 11 experience without even realizing it. Read more...

How to resize the Start menu in Windows 11?

Taras Buria — Fri, 13 Feb 2026 17:18:01 +0000

Windows 11 recently got a brand-new, redesigned Start menu. One thing is missing, though: resizability. Read more...

Guide: What is the Windows.old folder and can I delete it?

Usama Jawad — Fri, 13 Feb 2026 16:00:01 +0000

Is your storage suddenly shrinking after a Windows upgrade? There's a hidden reason most people miss, and it could be quietly eating tens of gigabytes. Read more...

How to remove AI Overviews from Google search (Web, iOS, Android)

Ivan Jenic — Tue, 10 Feb 2026 20:50:01 +0000

Do you find AI Overviews in Google search annoying? If you do, we know a way to get rid of them. Well, sort of... Read more...

What does the 'Refresh' button on Windows desktop actually do?

Usama Jawad — Sat, 03 Jan 2026 19:28:01 +0000

As kids, many of us believed that pressing Refresh on the Windows desktop would make our games and PCs run faster. But what does it actually do? Read more...

Indexing in Windows 11 can make File Explorer and Search much faster

Usama Jawad — Wed, 31 Dec 2025 20:30:01 +0000

Windows 11 has built-in options to make the file searching process in Search and File Explorer much faster. However, this comes with some trade-offs. Read more...

Guide: What's the difference between Visual Studio Community, Professional, and Enterprise?

Usama Jawad — Sat, 27 Dec 2025 19:00:01 +0000

Microsoft offers three flavors of Visual Studio 2026: Community, Professional, and Enterprise. But what exactly is the difference between all of them and how much do they cost? Read more...

How to install proprietary codecs in Fedora so VLC can play all your videos

Paul Hill — Fri, 26 Dec 2025 06:18:01 +0000

In this guide we show you how to set up RPM Fusion and install proprietary video codecs in Fedora. These steps are a near necessity on fresh Fedora installs. Read more...

How to restore old WhatsApp client on Windows 10 and 11

Taras Buria — Tue, 23 Dec 2025 20:30:01 +0000

The new WhatsApp client for Windows 10 and 11 is universally hated by almost everyone. Fortunately, you can go back to the previous version, at least for now. Read more...

How to enable redesigned Run dialog in Windows 11

Taras Buria — Mon, 22 Dec 2025 20:36:01 +0000

Microsoft is working on a modernized, redesigned Run dialog for Windows 11. If you want to try it now, here is how to enable it. Read more...

33 Small and useful iOS 26 features you shouldn't miss after installing it

Aditya Tiwari — Sat, 13 Dec 2025 21:00:01 +0000

With iOS 26.2 now out in the wild, here are some small and useful iOS 26 features you should know about. Read more...

Holiday Monitor Picks: Upgrade your setup with Amazon's lowest prices

Fiza Ali — Thu, 11 Dec 2025 18:00:01 +0000

This holiday season, upgrade your setup or gift a monitor at Amazon's lowest prices to date with our guide showcasing dependable options for every user. Read more...

Guide: What are Sticky keys in Windows?

Usama Jawad — Mon, 08 Dec 2025 23:28:01 +0000

Accidentally triggering Sticky keys in Windows may have caused you annoyance in some point in your life, but they actually serve a very important purpose. Read more...

Stop! Think! Verify! Four key steps to protect yourself from digital fraud

Paul Hill — Sun, 07 Dec 2025 16:00:01 +0000

AI is turbo-charging digital scams, making them harder to spot and increasing the threat. Learn the four critical defense habits—starting with the "pause habit"—to safeguard your money and data. Read more...

How to restore Dolby Digital (AC-3) support in Windows 11 24H2 and 25H2

Steven Parker — Sun, 07 Dec 2025 10:44:01 +0000

The latest Windows 11 release no longer ships with the AC-3 codec, which results in no sound for some content, but you can restore the codec. Read more...

Here is how you can restore Google Maps search in the EU

Steven Parker — Sat, 06 Dec 2025 14:52:01 +0000

Are you fed up of not getting a map result when you search for an address or location in Google? Here is how you can restore it in the EU. Read more...

AMD vs Intel: These are the best gaming and AI desktop CPUs in 2025

Sayan Sen — Fri, 28 Nov 2025 11:52:01 +0000

Following our picks for the best desktop graphics cards, in this article we have shared the list of what we think are the best desktop CPUs for gaming and AI performance. Read more...

Best graphics cards for 1080p gaming in 2025 from AMD, Nvidia, Intel

Sayan Sen — Wed, 26 Nov 2025 18:30:01 +0000

This Black Friday, if you are looking to buy the best GPUs but are having a hard time choosing, this recommendation list will help you choose. Read more...

How to enable full-screen Xbox Experience on any Windows 11 PC

Taras Buria — Wed, 12 Nov 2025 17:40:01 +0000

Microsoft has developed a special full-screen gaming experience for its Xbox ROG Ally handheld consoles, but this mode is also available on any other PC. Here is how to enable it. Read more...

How to fix duplicate Task Manager processes in Windows 11

Taras Buria — Mon, 03 Nov 2025 12:44:01 +0000

Microsoft recently acknowledged a very strange Task Manager bug, where closing it results in its process duplication and excessive resource use. Here is how you can fix that. Read more...

How to fix notifications not displaying in MagicOS for HONOR Magic phones

Steven Parker — Sun, 02 Nov 2025 15:08:01 +0000

A performance-related HONOR MagicOS feature is throttling your key notifications too. Here's a step-by-step guide on how to fix it. Read more...

Windows 11 finally has a new and much-improved Start menu, here is how to enable it

Taras Buria — Tue, 28 Oct 2025 22:50:01 +0000

Good news: Microsoft is finally upgrading Windows 11's Start menu with a much better version, and you can get it now. Here is how to enable it. Read more...

How to set up and use Head Tracking on your iPhone running iOS 26

Aditya Tiwari — Tue, 28 Oct 2025 11:58:01 +0000

With iOS 26, Apple has added a new way to control the iPhone using your head movements. Read on to know how to turn on and use Head Tracking on iOS 26. Read more...

How to check if SecureBoot is enabled and how to turn it on

Taras Buria — Mon, 27 Oct 2025 16:32:02 +0000

SecureBoot is a must if you want to upgrade from Windows 10 to 11. Here is how to find if your PC has it enabled or even supported. Read more...

How to enable all new features in Windows 11 version 25H2 and 24H2

Taras Buria — Sun, 26 Oct 2025 21:16:02 +0000

Microsoft recently released a bunch of new features for Windows 11 version 25H2 and 24H2. While they are rolling out gradually, you can force-enable them right now. Here is how. Read more...

How to remove BitLocker drive encryption in Windows 11

Taras Buria — Fri, 24 Oct 2025 15:00:01 +0000

Windows 11 automatically enables BitLocker encryption when you set up a new PC, with no way to opt out. However, you can remove BitLocker encryption afterward. Here is how to do it. Read more...

How to install Windows 11 with a local offline account

Taras Buria — Sun, 12 Oct 2025 15:14:01 +0000

Microsoft is making it harder to install Windows 11 without a Microsoft Account, but despite the pushback, it is still possible. Here is how. Read more...

How to check if TPM is supported and enabled on your PC

Taras Buria — Sun, 28 Sep 2025 17:30:01 +0000

If you want to upgrade to Windows 11 or play the latest games, having TPM on your PC is a requirement. Here is how to check if your PC has it. Read more...

How to add a 3D effect to your iPhone images on iOS 26

Aditya Tiwari — Sat, 27 Sep 2025 18:34:01 +0000

Apple's iOS 26 update lets you add a 3D effect to your 2D images. Here's how you can do it on your supported iPhone model. Read more...

How to install Windows 11 25H2 on an unsupported PC

Taras Buria — Fri, 26 Sep 2025 17:16:01 +0000

If you have a computer that cannot officially run Windows 11, but you still want to install its latest release, version 25H2, here is how to do it. Read more...

How to download and install Windows 11 version 25H2

Taras Buria — Mon, 22 Sep 2025 12:40:01 +0000

Windows 11 version 25H2 is launching soon, and if you do not want to wait, you can get the update now. Here is how to do it. Read more...

Microsoft Edge eats too much RAM? Here is how to limit memory consumption

Taras Buria — Sun, 21 Sep 2025 14:00:01 +0000

Microsoft Edge has a very helpful feature that lets you limit how many resources the browser consumes. Here is how to use it. Read more...

10 things to do before installing iOS 26 on your iPhone

Aditya Tiwari — Mon, 15 Sep 2025 18:00:01 +0000

The iOS 26 update for supported iPhones has arrived. Here are some things you should do before installing the latest update. Read more...

Gemini app a bit laggy? This tweak speeds it up

Paul Hill — Sat, 30 Aug 2025 10:24:01 +0000

Has Google's Gemini app on Android been slowing down a bit for you? In this guide we have something for you to try to improve the responsiveness of the app. Read more...

How to fix Windows 11 File Explorer flashing in dark mode

Taras Buria — Sat, 16 Aug 2025 13:00:01 +0000

Tired of Windows 11 throwing a stun grenade at you every time you open File Explorer? Here is a simple fix. Read more...

Guide: What is Universal Print?

Usama Jawad — Thu, 14 Aug 2025 15:00:01 +0000

Universal Print sounds like a magical solution for many enterprise customers, but what does it actually do? Read more...

How to reinstall Microsoft Edge after deleting it

Taras Buria — Tue, 05 Aug 2025 19:28:01 +0000

Uninstalled Edge and now regret it? Here is how to restore Microsoft's browser on Windows 10 and 11. Read more...