The first thing I do on any Windows 11 PC to boost performance is adjust the visual effects. These include features such as shadows and animations built into Windows. While they look nice and help the ...

If you're ready to replace your old PC and hand it down to a friend or family member, you'll need to wipe your data and reset it. Follow these instructions to make sure you do it the right way.

It's often overlooked, but in order for a computer to keep working at its best, you need to take care of it. That's true of any piece of equipment, really — improper handling leads to more wear and ...

On a Windows PC, press Ctrl + Shift + Esc to open it instantly. If you see a very simple window, click More details at the ...

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Follow ZDNET: Add us as a preferred source on Google. If your computer desktop looks a little chaotic and you're noticing some performance slowdown, it might be time to do a cleanup. The best way to ...

Are you getting used to Windows 11 but wish it was a bit faster? Do you feel like your computer has become slower or starts up unusually slowly? Follow along and I’ll go through various tricks that ...