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Is Windows 10 too popular for its own good?

Microsoft has a serious problem on its hands, thanks to competition from ... itself?

July 15, 2023 by Ed Bott

Windows 10 apps: Which are worth keeping? Which ones should you dump?

Every installation of Windows 10 includes a huge collection of built-in apps. Some are Universal apps that are updated from the Microsoft Store. Others are legacy apps that hang around because other programs expect them to be there. If you prefer a tidy system, many (but not all) of these apps can be uninstalled, especially if you prefer a third-party alternative. This gallery offers a comprehensive look at how to unclutter your copy of Windows 10.

April 22, 2019 by Ed Bott

How to snap your windows on MacOS and Windows

In this pair of short videos, we show you how to easily use the tools built into Windows 10 and MacOS to quickly organize your windows without having to manually resize them every time.

February 12, 2022 by Michael Gariffo

How to perform a clean install of Windows 10: Here's a step-by-step checklist

A clean install is the perfect way to get a fresh start with a Windows PC. Use this checklist to make sure you take care of the small details that make a big difference in productivity

July 31, 2019 by Ed Bott

How to connect a VPN in Windows 10

A VPN will encrypt and protect your connection, especially over unsecured public networks. Here's how to set up a VPN in Windows 10.

January 17, 2023 by Lance Whitney

Windows 10 tip: Find out if your PC can run Hyper-V

The Pro and Enterprise editions of Windows 10 include Hyper-V virtualization software, but only if your CPU supports a few advanced virtualization features. How do you know if your CPU is up to the Hyper-V challenge? You just need to know where to look.

June 22, 2016 by Ed Bott

Will your PC run Windows 10? Use the official compatibility checker to find out

The Get Windows 10 app lets you register for a free upgrade from Windows 7 or Windows 8.1. But it also keeps a list of potential upgrade issues you might need to deal with. Here's how to check your own compatibility report.

July 27, 2016 by Ed Bott

Windows 10 tip: Search for any file by date

Finding the right file can be frustrating, especially if you have a large number of files in multiple subfolders. If you know approximately when that file was saved, though, you can narrow the search quickly.

February 22, 2018 by Ed Bott

Windows 10 upgrades won't be free for everyone: Do you qualify?

Microsoft's free upgrade offer for Windows 10 comes with an asterisk and some fine print. Most modern PCs qualify, but beware if you build or buy custom PCs or you want to run Windows 10 in a virtual machine. I've got the details.

May 20, 2015 by Ed Bott

Windows 10 tip: Move your default data folders to a different drive

If you have more than one physical drive, keep your system (C:) drive from getting overwhelmed by moving default folders (Music, Pictures, Documents, and so on) to a secondary drive.

November 15, 2017 by Ed Bott