Microsoft Nags Users to Upgrade to Windows 10
Microsoft is going to notify Windows 7 users that it's about time they upgraded to Windows 10. Yes, the nag screen is back.
Windows 7 Support Ends in Less Than a Year
Microsoft will stop supporting Windows 7 on January 14, 2020, and at that point Windows 7 will become increasingly unsafe to use.
Windows 7 vs. Windows 10: 5 Reasons Your Old Love Is Still Going Strong
Some people refuse to give up Windows 7 and upgrade to Windows 10. Why? Well, there are lots of contributing factors.
Microsoft Extends Windows 7 Support... for a Price
Microsoft is offering to keep supporting Windows 7 for a little while longer... if you're willing to pay for the privilege.
Microsoft Abandons Some Tech Support Forums
Microsoft is abandoning its technical support forums for a range of different products, including Windows 7, Office 2013, and the Surface Pro. Which sucks.
Windows Keyboard Shortcuts 101: The Ultimate Guide
Keyboard shortcuts can save you hours of time. Master the universal Windows keyboard shortcuts, keyboard tricks for specific programs, and a few other tips to speed up your work.
How to Get Security Updates in Windows 7 Without an Antivirus
If you're using Windows 7 and don't have an antivirus installed, you won't receive Windows Updates until you make this important tweak.
How to Protect Windows From Meltdown and Spectre Security Threats
Meltdown and Spectre are major security threats that affect billions of devices. Find out whether your Windows computer is affected and what you can do.
Revealed: How Spectre Updates Will Affect Your PC
We assume you're fully aware of Meltdown and Spectre by now. Which means it's time to find out exactly how the Windows updates Microsoft has released will affect your PC...
The Best Free Windows Partition Manager for Your Needs
Partition managers are an essential part of PC maintenance. Keep at least one Windows partition manager installed! We recommend these six free tools.
How to Safely Upgrade to Windows 10 and Downgrade Back to Windows 7 or 8.1 Again
Still using Windows 7 or 8.1? We'll show you how to upgrade to Windows 10 for free. We'll also explain how you can roll back to your old Windows version.
10 Creepy Halloween Wallpaper Images for Your Desktop & Start Screen
Booo! It's that time of year again. Here's a selection of 10 Halloween desktop wallpapers, including instructions and resources to find more.
7 Lost Windows Features You Can Bring Back
Some fan-favorite features in Windows are now deprecated and no longer part of Windows. If a feature you loved just disappeared, here's how you can restore or substitute it.
How Windows Has Become More User-Friendly, 5 Examples
Over time, Windows has smoothed rough edges and created a more user-friendly experience, especially for novice users. Here are five big reasons that Windows is easier to use than ever before.
How to Disable OneDrive with Just a Few Clicks
Microsoft OneDrive is baked into Windows 10 and it can be a drag on your system resources. Fortunately, it's easy to disable or remove. Here are several methods for removing OneDrive from your computer.
This Hack Brings Windows 7 Updates to Kaby Lake and Ryzen PCs
If you're using a brand-new processor with Windows 7 or 8.1, you might not receive updates anymore. Here's how to fix that and get your updates back.
Windows Update Won't Work on Windows 7 and 8.1 Running on New Hardware
Microsoft is planning to block Windows Update for Windows 7 and 8.1 running on new processors. If you can't get yourself to upgrade to Windows 10, we show you a workaround to installing Windows updates.
How to Automatically Lock Windows 7/8.1 Whenever You Leave Your Desk
Windows 10's new Dynamic Lock feature locks your PC whenever you step away from it. Here's how you can get that feature on Windows 7 or 8.1 without upgrading.
7 Tools to Manage Privacy Settings in Windows
Every Windows version has its flaws and user privacy is one that haunts them all. We'll introduce you to seven tools that can help you manage native Windows privacy settings.
12+ Custom Windows Keyboard Shortcuts for the Geek in You
Windows includes hundreds of keyboard shortcuts, but you can create your own shortcuts to nearly anything you'd like. Here's how to customize your Windows shortcuts.