Microsoft is tightening the reins on new installations of Windows 11 with stricter Microsoft account requirements. As participants in the Windows Insider Program have ...

You've likely heard people talking about Linux as a more stable, secure, and customizable operating system than Windows 11. That might be hard to believe, but in some cases, it's true. If you're tired ...

Google recently launched an experimental search app for Windows. The company recommends that you uninstall and then reinstall the app. Redownloading the app will allow you to continue to receive ...

Microsoft has found no link between the August 2025 KB5063878 security update and customer reports of failure and data corruption issues affecting solid-state drives (SSDs) and hard disk drives (HDDs) ...

Did you know that you can now use Windows Update to reinstall your current Windows 11 version without losing data? Yes, this new feature lets you reinstall your current Windows 11 version using ...

Microsoft warns that the August security update can prevent Windows 10 and 11 PCs from initiating a factory reset or recovery options. Don't miss out on our latest stories. Add PCMag as a preferred ...

If you’ve been using Windows for a long time, you’ve probably been told to periodically reinstall the operating system to keep it fresh. I remember I used to reinstall Windows XP every few months back ...

To fix the “Cannot install Windows, BitLocker Drive Encryption is enabled on selected partition” error, suspend BitLocker via Settings or Control Panel, or use your recovery key to unlock the drive.

TL;DR: Talon is a new open-source tool designed to easily remove unnecessary bloatware from Windows 11 in two clicks. It automates the debloating process, targeting non-tech-savvy users, and enhances ...

There's one immutable law of PCs: sh*t happens. And when it does, there's usually a way to fix things, if you had the foresight to create one essential recovery tool first. Booting from a USB recovery ...

The fix is to reinstall Windows 11 with different security updates. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. With the public launch of ...

If you’ve recently built a computer, congratulations! You should be proud. There’s nothing like turning a new computer on, seeing it work just fine, and breathing a sigh of relief knowing that you’re ...