Modern processors are designed to increase their clock speeds automatically when additional performance is needed. In Windows 11, a setting called Processor Performance Boost Mode lets you control how ...

Point-in-time restore is a new system restore feature in Windows 11. It lets you revert your PC to the exact state it was at an earlier point in time in minutes. You ...

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

Microsoft has begun testing the Cloud Rebuild recovery feature in the latest Windows 11 Insider Preview builds released for ...

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I've been writing about technology for more than 15 years and using it in earnest for over twice as long. As a member of PCMag's software team, I focus on Windows coverage, but also write about other ...

Even if you're perfectly content with Windows 10, you'll soon need to switch to Windows 11 for security reasons. We compare the two operating systems so you know what to expect upon upgrading. I've ...

Windows 11 26H2 adds PC controls for Search, updates, elevation, and layout, but tested features may still change pre-release ...

Secure Boot protects modern Windows and Linux PCs. Microsoft Secure Boot certificates from 2011 expire in June and October 2026. Most PC owners are fine if they install the latest updates. Last year's ...