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I'm stuck with Windows for gaming in 2026, but here's how I'm optimizing it

There are plenty of great tweaks you can make to Windows for improving gaming performance.

Fake ad blocker breaks PCs in new malware extension scam

Chrome and Edge users warned about NexShield browser extension scam that causes crashes and tricks users into installing malware through fake security fix commands.

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Microsoft is gearing up for big PowerShell and Windows OpenSSH changes in 2026, but security will come before flashy new features.
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Hands on with Windows 11 26H1 and why this update is not meant for your PC

Windows 11 26H1 is real but not for your PC. We went hands-on to find the subtle changes, and we'll tell you why you don't need it.
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I Tamed Windows Start Menu By Removing “All” and “Recommended” Sections

Stop letting Windows dictate your workflow. Turn that cluttered Start Menu into a sleek, pinned-app-only space built for speed and privacy.

De-Enshittify an Existing Install of Windows 11 ⭐

If you want to de-enshittify Windows 11 but find starting over from scratch to be daunting, then this is for you.

Rufus developers have been blocked from downloading Windows ISOs, and believe there to be 'active intentional involvement from Microsoft'

Insider builds of Windows 11 are unaffected by the issue; if you're not part of the Windows Insider preview program, you ...