A sluggish computer can be immensely frustrating. Simple tasks like launching apps, browsing the web or switching between windows can test your patience as you stare at a spinning wheel, waiting for ...

Regular computer usage results in stored cache files that can become corrupted and outdated, leading to operational quirks and slower boot times. Clearing this cache and other temporary files can ...

On Windows you can benefit from using a more lightweight antivirus if you use one at all. If not, you deserve to be banished to PC hell or complimented on your excellent online habits, depending on ...

If your old Windows 10 or Windows 11 computer is running slow, don't buy a new one right away. Disabling one background service can help speed it up without affecting the stability of your system. Do ...

No need to run out and buy a new computer! Spring Clean the one you currently have and you might be able to squeeze a few more years of life out of it. I talked to Kimber Streams, Wirecutter’s ...

Don't you hate it when you're in a hurry and you have to wait ages for Windows to start up? Or maybe you have to print a file quickly, you open it, and nothing happens? Your old computer's storage is ...

If you've ever been computer shopping, you'll undoubtedly have heard the term RAM thrown around willy-nilly. You might know a few things about RAM, such as that it's one of the most important parts in ...

In a nutshell: The Windows 11 24H2 upgrade will include a substantial overhaul designed to ease the transition between x86 and Arm architectures. According to Microsoft, a new, powerful x86 emulator ...