This process is called a clean install, which is ironic as there's nothing particularly clean about it: Microsoft has enshittified Windows Setup.

Windows 11 is adding Baseline Security Mode to block unsigned apps, services, and drivers by default, plus new consent prompts for sensitive access and bundled installs, with exceptions when needed ...

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You can run a report to check battery health in Windows 11. This report provides details on capacity, cycle counts, and more. If your battery is nearing the end of its life, it can be replaced. Have ...

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Moving from Windows to Linux doesn't require much of a learning curve and brings some real benefits, but you need to accept a few compromises. I've been testing PC and mobile software for more than 20 ...

Aero7-11 is made using the default aero.msstyles in Windows 11. This was made and tested on Windows 11 23H2 and 24H2. Aero7-11 supports 22H2 through 23H2. It is untested in 25H2, and DWM mods may be a ...

Looking to enjoy Pikashow on your Windows 11 PC? Whether you’re streaming movies, TV shows, or live sports, this guide will walk you through the easy installation process using different methods.

If you’ve ever tried to install a game, download software, or troubleshoot a cranky computer, you’ve probably been asked for your PC specs. And if you’ve ever responded with, “Umm… it’s a black laptop ...

There are plenty of reasons people want to download videos from YouTube and other video platforms. Maybe you’re traveling and don’t want to rely on spotty Wi-Fi. Maybe you want to save a long tutorial ...