Learn how BitLocker, passkeys, Microsoft Defender, and other Windows 11 security features protect your data, accounts, apps, ...

Your Audio or Sound may not work if its settings are misconfigured. Usually, we don’t manually change the audio settings and mess it up, a third-party app that we ...

If you've ever connected a headset, monitor, or Bluetooth speaker to your PC only to have Windows start routing audio to the ...

As of late, Microsoft is focused on polishing Windows rather than adding shiny new features. But that doesn't mean Windows 11 is falling behind the times; a ton of powerful capabilities you might have ...

Adam Benjamin has helped people navigate complex problems for the past decade. The former digital services editor for Reviews.com, Adam now leads CNET's services and software team and contributes to ...

PCWorld highlights five essential Windows 11 settings to change immediately, including activating dark mode, customizing taskbar alignment, and managing notifications for better user experience. These ...

In October 2025, Microsoft officially ended support for Windows 10. This means your computer will stop receiving software updates, security fixes, and even technical support moving forward. To make ...

Learn how a few unexpected Windows 11 settings can help you conquer your messy desktop and boost productivity.

When you’re using your Windows 11 laptop, you might notice that the battery life isn’t always as long as you’d like it to be. By tweaking some advanced power settings, you can significantly extend the ...

PCWorld explains how Windows 11’s increased advertising through notifications, widgets, and File Explorer can be eliminated using nine specific settings adjustments. These intrusive ads appear in ...