You can clear your Recent Files in Windows 10 by going into your "Change folder and search options" menu.

What if you deleted a file or picture containing sensitive information that you thought was gone forever, only to find out that it wasn’t completely deleted in the first place? Surprisingly, that’s ...

Is your computer gasping for breath, drowning in a sea of photos, documents and random downloads? We've all been there: that moment when your computer feels like it's about to burst at the seams, ...

Deep cleaning your computer of unwanted files and streamlining your folder system can not only free up storage space, but improve your computer's performance. From decluttering tips to apps that do ...

When you "zip" a file, you'll compress its data and reduce how much space it takes up on your computer or phone.

The worst-case scenario has befallen even the most careful computer user: a coffee mug spills on your laptop or an update wipes all your files and photos. Despite your best effort, accidents happen.

If you haven't been organizing and discarding files as you go, it's likely your hard drive is stuffed with downloads, unwanted photos, file copies and other digital dust bunnies. This can reveal ...