The new crop of default Windows apps is too resource-hungry and inefficient — ditch them for these lightweight alternatives ...

You can spend money on third-party PC optimization tools to improve performance, but Microsoft PC Manager claims to deliver ...

Does your Google Chrome browser feel slow on Windows 11? You can enjoy faster browsing by disabling Efficiency Mode permanently.

I can spend my money on something else!

Microsoft has patched 112 vulnerabilities in January 2026, including CVE-2026-20805, a Desktop Window Manager zero-day that attackers are actively exploiting.

I still loved it, though.

Microsoft’s January 2026 Patch Tuesday fixes 112 CVEs, including an exploited Windows DWM zero-day, plus critical flaws ...

The Indian government has issued an important cybersecurity warning for users of Windows 10 and Windows 11 operating systems.

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Why this is important: This isn’t just a UI tweak; it could change how handheld Windows gaming PCs feel and perform. Older devices often struggle with background overhead, inefficient power usage, and ...

In context: The latest Windows 11 update for Meta Quest 3 highlights how Microsoft and Meta are blending traditional desktop productivity with immersive computing. The move gives Microsoft a new ...