Windows 7 and Vista return! Thank this modder’s ready-to-install ISOs

If you want to relive Windows 7 and/or Vista, this fan project has resurrected those older versions with the latest updates.

How to encrypt your PC’s disk without giving the keys to Microsoft

If you’ve signed in with a Microsoft account, your disk is likely already encrypted, and the key is likely already stored on ...
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Windows ReadyBoost uses a USB drive to increase performance, but most people shouldn't use it

Windows ReadyBoost used to be able to speed up your PC, but today, there's very little reason to use it. Why is that?

This is how to make a USB movie drive for your TV

There are a few hurdles in your way, but the price may be worth it.

Microsoft confirms boot issues with its latest Windows 11 update.

Microsoft has confirmed that the boot failures with its January 2026 Windows 11 update are limited to “commercial” PCs and happened due to the December 2025 update failing to install and PCs being ...