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As PC hardware continues to speed up, so does software, and the Windows operating system is no exception. This is especially true of startup time. Once you're up and running, however, there are other performance factors to consider. Even the most current version of Windows isn't immune to slowdowns, and not everyone is ready to upgrade from Windows 10 to Windows 11 yet. Most of these tips for speeding up Windows work just as well no matter which version you're running.

12 Simple Tips to Speed Up Windows

Do you have an old desktop or laptop PC collecting dust? You can transform the old system into a Windows server, opening new doors for adding new functionality to the home or office. We've already looked at ways to transform an old PC into a network-attached storage (NAS) enclosure and use an old laptop for a Ubuntu server. In this guide, we'll look at how to set up a Windows server on older hardware, saving the old desktop or laptop PC from ending up in household waste.

Here's how you can quickly turn an old laptop or desktop PC into a powerful Windows server

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Microsoft is using an annoying 3D banner to get users to use Microsoft Edge as the default browser in Windows 11. The banner touts Edge's security and privacy features.

Microsoft 'recommends' making Edge the default browser in Windows 11 using a 3D banner touting its built-in security features

Microsoft is retiring Basic Auth in favor of Modern Auth in Outlook this year, enhancing security for users. Legacy Windows Mail and Calendar apps will no longer be supported past 2024 either. Use updated browsers like Edge, Chrome, Firefox, Safari, or Opera to access Outlook on the web post August...

Microsoft is retiring Windows Mail, Calendar, and Outlook's light web version in 2024

We've written at length about the various ways you can debloat Windows 11, whether it's by using dedicated software to remove certain features or using a custom ISO like Tiny11. Truth is, as much as I like Windows 11, there's a lot of stuff in it that I and many...

4 reasons you should debloat your Windows 11 PC

Update June 23: Microsoft has quietly deleted the guide. Microsoft has been quietly publishing quite a few guides on its official website lately. These include ones on how to Save, Use and Manage Windows 11 Passkeys, how to enable TPM and VBS-powered Enhanced Security Sign-in (ESS), and one which talks about passwordless sign-ins using the Microsoft Account (MSA).

Microsoft explains why it wants you to switch to Microsoft account from Local account

Staffers for Joe Biden have witnessed at least 15 incidents in the last year and a half “where the president has appeared like he did at that horror show” of a debate, Watergate reporter Carl Bernstein said this week. Biden’s performance at the June 27 debate has been...

Biden staffers have witnessed at least 15 incidents like ‘horror show’ debate in last two years, Watergate reporter claims

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A recent Chromium blog post outlines Google's plan to bring foundational components of Android OS to ChromeOS in an effort to boost future AI updates.

"We’ve never been more excited about the future of ChromeOS.": Here's how Google plans to rapidly deploy Google AI updates to Chromebooks

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California regulators just stopped AT&T from pulling the plug. California’s Public Utilities Commission on June 20 rejected AT&T’s application to stop providing landlines and other services in areas where there is no other option.

Still Need Your Landline?

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CJ Coombs

According to Shakey's website, this pizza parlor is only in California, North Carolina, and Washington state in the U.S. now. This was my family's go-to pizza joint when my father was stationed with the Air Force outside of Omaha, Nebraska. We liked it so much, that when we were transferred again, it was hopeful we'd find another one.

Shakey's Pizza Parlor and nostalgia: the first franchised pizza restaurant also landed in Missouri

Have you ever found yourself in a situation where you needed to quickly make some calculations on your Windows computer only to realize that your Calculator app is missing? But where has the Windows Calculator disappeared? Whether you are on Windows 10 or 11, getting back your Calculator won’t take much time.

Windows 11/10 Calculator is Missing? Here’s How to Get it Back

You need to upgrade from Windows 10 soon as it will stop being updated in 2025, leaving you vulnerable to online threats. Many computers, however, don't (and will never) support Windows 11, but there are great free Linux alternatives if you aren't looking to buy a new PC. For gaming,...

If Your PC Won't Run Windows 11, Here Are 5 Great Linux Operating Systems to Try Instead

Microsoft is ramping up development on Windows 10 — while preparing to kill it right on schedule next year. Microsoft’s approach to Windows 10 has been chaotic lately. The company looks like it’s ramping up development of new Windows 10 features this summer — all while insisting it will end support for the OS in October 2025.

Why Microsoft keeps adding new features to Windows 10

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If you hadn’t read the news in four years — or just arrived from another galaxy — the Supreme Court’s de facto grant of immunity to Donald Trump for his alleged federal crimes might sound almost reasonable.

The Supreme Court’s Immunity Ruling Gives Trump King George III’s Power

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The color yellow is gorgeous, eye-catching, and downright happy for most people. So much so that it's the main hue in the world-famous happy face—but science says it's not the best color to wear on a date.

You Shouldn't Wear Yellow on First Dates, Here's Why

Windows 11 Pro offers additional features compared to the standard version, and it's an even bigger upgrade over Windows 10. But with an asking price of around $200, Windows 11 Pro can be a little offputting for most people. If you want to upgrade and also save some serious money then you'll be glad to know that a StackSocial Fourth of July deal has the answer -- order now and you'll save 88% on a Windows 11 Pro license, dropping the cost down to just $23.

Upgrade to Windows 11 Pro for Only $23 With This July 4th Deal, but Be Quick

Ever since Apple shocked the tech community with its announcement that it would support RCS in an upcoming iOS release, we’ve wondered exactly how it would work. Now that the feature is available in the second developer beta of iOS 18, we have a good idea of how it’s going to work and can answer your most pressing questions.

RCS on iPhone with iOS 18: Every question answered

Customize and optimize Windows with lesser-known settings for better interaction and productivity. Automate features like Night Light, Do Not Disturb, and Storage Sense for a smoother experience. Tweak settings for File Explorer, data usage, startup items, and more to enhance your Windows experience. Although Microsoft has improved the out-of-box Windows...

10 Windows settings you didn’t know you could change

Apple's iOS 18 public beta is expected to be released this month, which will give iPhone users a more stable version of the new OS, but if you don't want to wait until then, you can currently download the second iOS 18 developer beta. This latest version brings two new...

You Can Download the Second iOS 18 Developer Beta on Your iPhone. Here's How

Update: Other than this, Microsoft has also released another Dynamic update for Windows 11 24H2 setup upgrade under KB5039448. Following the Patch Tuesday updates for Windows 10 and 11 under KB5039211 / KB5039217 / KB5039214 / KB5039225 and KB5039212 / KB5039213, respectively, Microsoft also released Windows 11 version 24H2 or the 2024 feature update for Windows 11. The release went live under KB5039239, and it caught many by surprise as it was not supposed to be out until later in the year.

KB5041137: Microsoft released 1st recovery update for Windows 11 24H2 (2024 update)

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Microsoft says bug causes Windows 10 apps to display Open With dialogs

Microsoft has confirmed that Windows 10 apps will mistakenly display an \"How do you want to open this file?\" dialog box when attempting to right-click on...

Microsoft has confirmed that Windows 10 apps will mistakenly display an "How do you want to open this file?" dialog box when attempting to right-click on...

Microsoft says bug causes Windows 10 apps to display Open With dialogs

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