If you're ready to replace your old PC and hand it down to a friend or family member, you'll need to wipe your data and reset it. Follow these instructions to make sure you do it the right way.

In some ways, Microsoft’s latest operating system is just like the ones that came before it: Applications, files and folders can quickly clutter up the local storage space, leaving you with a ...

Performing a factory reset on your Windows PC is an end-of-the-line solution, when you're either out of options for fixing your PC or ready to give it away or recycle it (check out our guide on "How ...

If your laptop is running slower than usual, a factory reset may be in order. It’s an effective way to remove malware or your personal files if you plan on reselling your device. Whatever the reason ...

Windows 11 is arguably the best version yet released by Microsoft but that doesn’t mean it’s perfect. In fact, it is just as prone to errors and other issues as any other version of the OS. And that ...

If your Windows machine is acting up, there are several options available before you do anything drastic. You can, for instance, run a diagnostic test to make sure the storage disk is healthy. If the ...

Your Audio or Sound may not work if its settings are misconfigured. Usually, we don’t manually change the audio settings and mess it up, a third-party app that we ...

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When Windows Update refuses to cooperate, here are three basic troubleshooting steps to take in Windows 10 or 11 to get things back on track. Like it or not, those who use Windows Update to obtain and ...

This post explains how to find your computer’s username and password in Windows 11. Usernames and passwords are assigned to users when they first set up their Windows account. They are the unique ...

If you’re experiencing graphical issues when playing a game or when using the computer, there’s a chance that the main reason for that is your graphics card. In some instances, refreshing the graphics ...

Macs are known for their reliability, and if you're running one with macOS Catalina, you know that firsthand. For that reason, they can be hard to let go of. However, there comes a time in every Mac ...