Mauro Huculak

Mauro Huculak is a Windows How-To Expert and founder of Pureinfotech (est. 2010). With over 21 years as a technology writer and IT Specialist, Mauro specializes in Windows, software, and cross-platform systems such as Linux, Android, and macOS. Certifications he holds include Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate (MCSA), Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP), VMware Certified Professional (VCP), and CompTIA A+ and Network+. Mauro is a recognized Microsoft MVP and has also been a long-time contributor to Windows Central. You can follow him on YouTube, Threads, BlueSky, X (Twitter), LinkedIn and About.me. Email him at [email protected].

Articles By Mauro Huculak

Windows 11 feature history for 2026: every change, month by month

Published on February 18, 2026

Every Windows 11 feature and change in 2026, tracked month by month as Microsoft continues to reshape the operating system.

Build 26220.7859 (KB5077223) for Windows 11 25H2 adds visual changes and fixes (Beta)

Published on February 17, 2026

Microsoft pushes a small update to Windows 11 25H2 with new visual changes, fixes, and improvements.

How to use RyTuneX to disable telemetry (improving privacy) on Windows 11

Published on February 17, 2026

You can’t fully block Windows 11 telemetry, but you can dramatically reduce it in minutes using a single open-source utility.

Windows 11 debloat / Image: Mauro Huculak and Gemini

How to debloat Windows 11

Published on February 17, 2026

Windows 11 comes with a bunch of unnecessary apps and features, but you always debloat the system for a leaner experience.

How to permanently disable AI features on Firefox

Published on February 16, 2026

Firefox now ships with built-in AI features on Windows 11, but you can shut them down completely with a single hidden setting.

How to resize new Start menu layout on Windows 11

Published on February 16, 2026

Windows 11’s new Start menu looks cleaner but feels oversized. Here’s how to take back control and restore a compact layout.

How to replace BitLocker with VeraCrypt for more secure encryption on Windows 11

Published on February 13, 2026

Ditch BitLocker and take full control of your Windows 11 encryption with VeraCrypt’s open-source power and advanced security options.

Windows 11 26H1 officially released, but it’s not a feature update

Published on February 13, 2026

Windows 11 26H1 is here, but unless you have next-gen Snapdragon hardware, you won’t see it.

KB5077221 (build 28020.1611) for Windows 11 26H1 adds new system monitor tool (Canary)

Published on February 13, 2026

Yet another Canary build lands with small changes, and here's what you need to know.

Windows 11 Taskbar at top / Image: Mauro Huculak & Gemini

Windows 11 restoring Taskbar move to top (and resize) features in 2026

Published on February 12, 2026

Windows 11 may soon undo one of its most controversial design decisions as Microsoft shifts into reputation repair mode.