I installed AppControl on my Windows 11 PC and was shocked by how much was happening in the background without me knowing.

No disrespect to the Microsoft Store, but it’s not the most exciting place to discover new Windows software. Peruse Microsoft’s official app store and you’ll mostly find the obvious, with apps like ...

From cloud PCs and smart TVs to Chromebooks, Macs, and Linux systems, everyone is betting on traditional Windows desktop applications. Good news for PC users: Windows desktop software isn’t going ...

Enter EarTrumpet. It’s a free app that gives you full control over your PC’s audio, without the usual hassle. It replaces the ...

Microsoft has announced a new versions of its flagship Windows software that will be available to use on Apple devices, namely the iPhone and MacBook laptops. It seems we’ve come a long way since the ...

David Nield is a technology journalist from Manchester in the U.K. who has been writing about gadgets and apps for more than 20 years. He has a bachelor's degree in English Literature from Durham ...

UniGetUI, a popular and useful unofficial Windows 11 app, receives a refreshed interface, improved design, and enhanced ...

Swap out the (bad) Windows 11 taskbar for one with the usability and aesthetics you once took for granted. If you ask me, graphic design peaked in 2001 with Windows XP's bright blue taskbar and green ...

You don't need a cleanup app slowing things down. Windows already handles storage, startup, and maintenance without the bloat ...

Most Windows troubleshooting is guesswork—this log gives you an actual starting point.

Debloat tools claim to make Windows 11 more efficient by removing unnecessary processes and freeing up RAM. In practice, that ...