How to Set Your Default Microphone and Camera on Windows 11
Save yourself constantly altering settings and tell Windows to always use your preferred microphone and webcam.
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I Finally Started Using Desktop Widgets (and You Should Too)
On Mac, Windows, and Linux, desktop widgets are now actually worth using.
The Photos App in Windows 11 Is Getting Better
Microsoft is testing four new features for the Photos app.
How to Get Bing's Daily Photos as Your Wallpaper on Windows 10
They beat the default blue background by a mile.
The Best Key Mapping Software for Windows
Change the function of your keys with these excellent and free tools for Windows 10 and 11.
How to Get the Weather on Your Windows 11 Taskbar
Did you know Windows 11 has a weather widget for its taskbar?
How Do I Open a Port on Windows Firewall?
Firewalls keep your PC safe, but they can also get in the way.
Function Keys Not Working in Windows 11? Here's How to Fix Them
Performing special operations becomes a chore when function keys stop working. Fortunately, fixing them is simple.
Microsoft Copilot Might Be Windows 10’s Final New Feature
Windows 10 will still die in October 2025, but it will have an AI chatbox until then.
How to Customize the Taskbar in Windows 10
The Windows 10 taskbar works much like previous Windows versions, offering shortcuts and icons for every running app.
How to Exit Safe Mode on Windows 10
Safe Mode: Great for troubleshooting, awful for everything else.
Read This Before You Buy the Cheapest Laptop
Cheap laptops might seem like a steal, but there are some hidden costs to consider.
How to Copy Files to a USB Flash Drive on Windows 10
Just don't expect it to be as fast as an internal drive.
How to Download a Windows 10 ISO Without the Media Creation Tool
Don't like or need the Media Creation Tool?