Microsoft has blocked popular commands used to bypass key Windows 11 setup screens, stating they leave users with a device 'that is not fully configured for use.' ...

There are still other ways to choose a local account in Windows 11. You can set up your PC with a Microsoft account initially and then switch to a local one. You can also turn to a third-party utility ...

Microsoft won’t allow users anymore to skip Microsoft account setup while installing Windows 11. The software giant is actively removing additional methods that will allow users to create a local ...

Windows 11 has a new preview buildIt cracks down on workarounds to install the OS with a local accountThis is a continued campaign to force people to use a Microsoft account, and Microsoft argues it's ...

If you run a multi-monitor setup in Windows 11, you're getting a new perk that users have long been requesting. A Windows update launched in late September will let you tap into the notification ...

The Windows setup process has generally required an Internet connection and Microsoft account sign-in since the Windows 11 22H2 update. Before this, Windows 11 21H2 and some of the later Windows 10 ...

Screenshot tools have evolved to be faster, smarter, and more integrated across all devices. Built-in features now make capturing, editing, and sharing screenshots seamless on any platform.

Windows 11's fast startup function makes your PC boot up quicker than it otherwise would, but, depending on use case, you might want it disabled.

Google has just announced a new update to its Drive desktop app for macOS and Windows, integrating artificial intelligence to detect ransomware attacks. This tool can automatically stop suspicious ...

The OWC ThunderBay 4 is a well-built, versatile storage solution that balances capacity, reliability, and expandability. Its design is solid and professional, while SoftRAID makes setup and ongoing ...

Windows 11's Energy Saver feature (introduced with version 24H2) offers a better way of preserving your battery life than Windows 10's power-saving capabilities, and can be set to enable itself when ...

Best Buy’s “Techtober” sale, which runs from October 6 through October 12, competes directly with Amazon’s Prime Big Deal Days event. The deals, which — predictably, giv ...