How to enable new dark mode visuals coming to Windows 11
Get early access at the dark mode improvements for File Explorer and the Run command experiences for Windows 11.
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How to factory reset Xbox Ally X handheld on Windows 11
You can quickly reset your Xbox handheld to factory default settings, and here's how.
How to fix LocalHost issue after installing update KB5066835 on Windows 11
Microsoft breaks LocalHost connections for local web apps after installing the October 2025 update on Windows 11, but here's a quick fix.
How to install updates manually on Windows 11
You can install updates manually on Windows 11 using in multiple ways, including with command – here's how.
How to auto-switch light and dark mode with PowerToys on Windows 11
PowerToys steps up a brings feature to switch between the light and dark modes automatically on Windows 11.
Enable Xbox Full Screen Experience on ANY standard PC on Windows 11 25H2
It's possible to enable the Xbox full screen mode on any regular computer, regardless of the hardware configuration, and here's how on ...
How to enable new features for Windows 11 October 2025 Update (KB5066835)
Get early access to the new features coming with the October 2025 Update for Windows 11 24H2 and 25H2.
How to convert MBR to GPT without losing data on Windows 10
If your PC is still in BIOS mode, you need to enable UEFI and Secure Boot to upgrade to Windows 11, and here's what you need to do.
How to stop Word auto-saving directly to OneDrive on Windows 11
Control where Word saves your files – learn how to stop Microsoft’s new OneDrive default.
Windows 11 Media Creation Tool breaks just as Windows 10 hits End of Life
When Microsoft’s own upgrade tool fails, Rufus and ISO downloads keep your path to Windows 11 open.