Microsoft has promised to fix Windows 11's biggest flaws, but actions speak louder than words. So, let's track its progress.

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PCWorld identifies common causes of slow Windows 11 performance, including unnecessary startup programs, fragmented drives, temporary files, and bloatware consuming system resources. Key optimization ...

After Galaxy phones and tablets, Samsung is renaming its web browser from Samsung Internet to Samsung Browser on Windows as well. But the important part is that the browser is now finally available as ...

Use semantic versioning (X.Y.Z) so version numbers are meaningful, not arbitrary. Patch updates should fix bugs or improve logic/performance without changing visible behavior. Minor and major updates ...

Windows 11 version 26H1 launches exclusively on ARM-based Snapdragon X2 devices in 2026. Version 26H1 is not an in-place update and skips broad enterprise distribution channels. Windows 11 26H1 uses a ...

They can’t guarantee future health, but they can tell you the trajectory you’re on. By Dana G. Smith Take a minute to consider the last decade of your life. What type of physical shape do you hope to ...

Microsoft has rolled out an emergency fix for all Windows PCs after a Windows 11 bug prevented users from shutting down their PCs following the installation of a security update. Microsoft shared in ...

Losing AirPods happens to the best of us. They're small, they slide into couch cushions and they love disappearing into bags or pockets when you least expect it. Luckily, Apple's Find My system makes ...

Editor's take: Microsoft is doubling down on its plan to turn Windows 11 into an "agentic AI" platform, and in the process seems determined to strip away the last bits of user agency left in the OS.