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I recently suffered a major disaster when a severe storm fried my main machine, forcing me to replace it. Once I got the new machine set up with all my preferences, I tried to create an image backup using Aomei Backupper, but no go. After
Windows 11 users should be seeing an optional update (KB5127936) available to install. This update brings changes to the Windows 11 right-click context menu that Microsoft promised. Many users have complained about the length of the Windows 11 context menu, and this update includes customization
If you were in class last week, we covered how to check your PC’s performance score. Make sure to read that one right here: How To Check Performance Score Of Your PC This week we are sticking with the Windows subject and teaching something new.
Microsoft has been promising a movable Taskbar since August, and it’s now finally arrived on my two Windows 26H2 systems. Microsoft’s policy of rolling out new features “gradually” sure can be frustrating, with months passing between the promise and the reality, but it’s a policy
Windows 7 introduced a feature dubbed “Aero Shake” that allowed users to minimize all open windows except the one they were working on. That feature is still available in Windows 11, but it’s now called “Title bar window shake” and is disabled by default. I’m
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Last week I talked to you about how you could stop Microsoft Edge from slowing your PC. If you missed that, you can find it here: How To Stop Edge From Slowing Your PC This week we are sticking to the Windows subject. We will be
A bug in the Windows 11 October update has caused an issue with Smart App Control, which is preventing some users from turning the feature on. Smart App Control is an important security feature in Windows 11 that helps users avoid potentially harmful apps, but
After reading John Durso’s article on the excellent TMOG (Task Manager TMOG), I installed it but couldn’t find an option in its settings to run at Windows 11 startup. How To Add Programs To Windows Startup Hit the Windows key plus R, then type shell:startup.
I’ve long considered that security requirements depend largely on the user’s level of computer competency. That is, advanced users tend to be more security-savvy and don’t generally require as much protection from themselves as (say) novice users do. That said, let’s examine whether Microsoft Defender
Another week is here, and I’m going to teach you more about Windows. Before I talk about the new lesson, make sure to check out what we learned last week: How To Quickly Find Your Mouse Pointer Now that you have that knowledge, we can
Windows 11 has added a new feature for users to quickly check their internet speed from within the operating system. How To Quickly Check Internet Speed Right-click the network icon in the notification area of the Taskbar From the menu, select Perform speed test The
Microsoft has announced a major change to its Microsoft 365 subscription plans, replacing individual OneDrive storage allowances with a shared 2TB cloud storage pool for Microsoft 365 Family and Premium subscribers. The change, introduced on October 8, 2026, could significantly affect families and households that
If you’re still running Windows 11 24H2, you need to be aware that, as of October 13th, your operating system is no longer supported. What 24H2 End-Of-Support Means Your operating system (24H2) will continue to work as normal past 13th October, but it will no
Last week we covered how to clean up your desktop. If you missed that lesson, you can find it here: How To Clean Up Your Desktop We will be sticking with Windows and teaching you something new. ‘What are you teaching us this week, Jason?’
