BitLocker is drastically slowing down SSDs in Windows 11. This happens because BitLocker encrypts all SSD data, which requires additional processing power. This leads to a significant performance hit on systems with older or less powerful CPUs. BitLocker can slow…
The Windows 11 taskbar is a horizontal bar at the bottom of the screen that contains the Start button, pinned apps, and open windows. By personalizing the taskbar color, you can make your experience more unique and visually appealing. There…
Microsoft has reintroduced the Mica effect to Microsoft Edge in Windows 11. The Mica material is a design element that allows the desktop background to be subtly visible through the title bar and toolbar of apps. This creates a more…
The Windows 11 build 25977, released to the Canary Channel on October 18, 2023, lets users share Wi-Fi passwords using QR codes. This is a very convenient feature, as it allows users to easily share their Wi-Fi password with others…
View update history on Windows 11 is a feature that allows users to see a list of all updates that have been installed on their device. This includes quality updates, drivers, definition updates, feature updates, and optional updates. There are…
Windows 11 is set to kill off NTLM authentication, a legacy authentication protocol that is considered to be insecure. NTLM has been around for decades and is used by many applications and services, but it has several vulnerabilities that have…
Some Windows 10 users are facing difficulties downloading and installing the Patch Tuesday (KB5031356) update. Devices might initially display progress but then fail to complete the installation. Microsoft acknowledges the Windows 10 issue and is working on a fix Based…
Windows 11’s ads are suggestions and notifications for apps, services, and features that Microsoft and its partners want to promote. These ads can appear in a variety of places on your system, including the Start menu, lock screen, File Explorer,…
The new Settings “Home” page on Windows 11 is a redesigned landing page for the Settings app. It is designed to make it easier for users to find the settings they need and to manage their system. The “Home” page…
Microsoft no longer supports Windows 11 21H2 or Windows Server 2012, meaning that these operating systems will no longer receive security updates, non-security updates, bug fixes, technical support, or online technical content updates. Microsoft recommends users to upgrade to a…
