Windows 11 shows slower NVMe SSD performance than Windows 10. The problem isn’t new since users have been reporting it for months. Microsoft hasn’t officially confirmed the problem. Windows 11 now has a problem causing slow performance for NVMe Solid-State Drives (SSDs). According to user reports on Reddit and the Microsoft forums (via Neowin and XDA ), after upgrading from Windows 10 to 11 , the performance of the NVME drives can be significantly slower than before the upgrade....

Microsoft is making improvements to the Nearby Sharing feature in Windows 11. These changes include a redesigned share window, improved file transfer speeds, and an easier process for email attachments. The new features are currently in testing with Windows Insiders in the Dev channel. Microsoft is improving the “Nearby Sharing” feature in Windows 11. These changes include a redesigned share window, improved file transfer speeds, and the ability to see your computers at the top of the list of discovered devices....

Windows 11 build 25276 hides changes coming to the Settings app. The Graphics settings page shows a page redesign to match the rest of the app’s modern design. The Windows Insider Program settings page shows a new Experimental Features option. Alongside the changes officially announced for build 25276 in the Dev Channel, this flight for Windows 11 hides a few changes coming to the Settings app, including a redesigned Graphics properties page and experimental settings for the Windows Insider Program page....

Microsoft accidentally leaked its internal tool to enable in-development features on Windows 11. It’s known as StagingTool, and it’s a command-line tool similar to the third-party ViveTool. Soon after the leak, the company removed the download link, but it’s already being shared on the internet. Microsoft’s “StagingTool” is designed to enable the features the company is developing and keeps hidden on Insider preview builds of Windows 11 leaked by accident....

You see it everyday when you sign-in to Windows 8 and you may not have noticed it, but like almost every piece of software, Windows 8 has at least one Easter Egg. This little Easter Egg was revealed by Jensen Harris from the Windows User Experience team at the Windows 8 UX Week event, where he also showed early design mockups of how Windows 8 looked like back in 2010 — worth watching....

Microsoft has a possible solution for the freezing issue after installing the Windows 10 Anniversary Update with a new tool. Although the company still investigating what is actually causing Windows 10 to freeze after installing the Anniversary Update, a new “Windows Self-Healing Tool” is being offered to users to try fixing the issue. During the rollout of the Windows 10 Anniversary Update , a small number of users have been reporting a number of issues, including the operating system freezing followed by the update....

To uninstall drivers on Windows 11, open Device Manager , right-click the driver, and choose “Uninstall device.” Alternatively, open Settings > Apps > Installed apps , select the device driver, and click “Uninstall.” You can also open Control Panel > Programs > Uninstall a program, select the component to remove, and click “Uninstall.” Finally, you can also remove some drivers using the PnPutil tool from Command Prompt or PowerShell. UPDATED 1/21/2025: On Windows 11 , you can uninstall device drivers in several ways without relying on third-party tools, and in this guide, I will explain how to complete this process....

Bing Fall Colors it is a theme dedicated to the season that knocks on the door of the cold weather. The 15 pictures were carefully selected to present to you the perfect wallpapers for your desktop backgrounds. Enjoy the carousel of stunning images of landscapes already dressed for Autumn with bright shades of yellow, soft orange, light green, and red. The mountains, fields, and parks in this collection are coming into your office just by downloading it free for Windows....

This week’s theme for your desktop backgrounds has the best landscapes carefully selected by Bing fans. The almost surreal images show magic from the sky, views that will take your breath away, bridges disappearing in the fog, and tranquil places to meditate and find yourself again. All is possible to reach with just a click to download and enjoy from the comfort of your office. Sometimes your mind needs a beautiful distraction during the hard working hours and this chance comes along free for Windows....

Microsoft rolls out AI Actions in File Explorer and Advanced Settings as well as improvements for the Taskbar, Widgets, Power Management, and more with the release of Windows 11 build 26200.5603 (KB5058488) in the Dev Channel. In the Dev Channel, Microsoft is now rolling out Windows 11 build 26200.5603 as the update KB5058488 with a number of new features and improvements. For example, this flight introduces AI actions in File Explorer and Advanced Settings to replace the For Developers page....

The Windows 11 build 26220.7653 (KB5074157) adds small dark mode improvements and brings new image file support for desktop backgrounds. This update also introduces improvements to existing features, including for Taskbar, Start menu, Xbox FSE, and more. The company is making the same preview build available for devices enrolled in the Dev and Beta Channels. Microsoft has released Windows 11 build 26220.7653 as the update KB5074157 for version 25H2 through the Beta and Dev Channels of the Windows Insider Program....

Pick your favorite pooch from this new and fun wallpapers collection. These theme comes full of funny new styles for dogs, featuring all kinds of shades for the summer. Their little outfits compliment their curious personalities, while the sunglasses make them the coolest pups for a photo shoot. Enjoy and smile this week after downloading these images for your desktop backgrounds specially dedicated to dog lovers all over the world....

Earth from Above is a theme for Windows 10, which includes a collection of 14 high-resolution (4K) wallpapers of amazing views of the planet, such as global silhouette, continents, and weather. If the images rotate too quickly on your desktop, after applying the theme on Settings > Personalization > Background , and use the Change picture every drop-down menu to adjust the image rotation frequency. You can find more great themes in my Desktop Fun section....

In another great installment of Garden Glimpses, photographer Rangan Das captures your attention with some more flower beauty. From Chrysanthemums to Red Hibiscus to Bougainvilleas, even a dragonfly steady posing for a close-up; you will find this collection very attractive. Explore this new theme of 14 photographs after downloading it free for Windows. You can find more great themes in my Desktop Fun section. Garden Glimpse 2 theme | Download

Google’s Search Generative Experience can now create images from text. The feature is available now, but it may take some time to reach everyone. Google says that it’s putting safeguards to prevent misuse of the feature. You can access the feature through SGE, not Bard. Google is updating its Search Generative Experience (SGE) to add the ability to create images using AI. The search giant has announced that it’s bringing the image creation feature slowly to users who opted into the Search Lab program starting October 12, 2023....

To enable or disable apps at startup on Windows 10, open Settings > Apps > Startup and turn on or off the apps you want to control. You can also control programs at startup from Task Manager and the Startup folder. UPDATED 12/19/2023: On Windows 10 , you can enable or disable certain apps at startup, and in this guide, I’ll outline the steps to complete this configuration. When you have many programs running at startup automatically, you’ll notice that your device will take longer to start, the experience may feel sluggish, and battery life won’t last as long....

Windows 10 21H1, May 2021 Update, is the eleventh major update expected to be available during the first half of 2021. While it will be a small update rolling out using an enablement package, you want to be prepared to avoid errors and problems before getting started with the installation. Although it is always recommended to install a new feature update to keep your device secure with the latest patches and access the new features, the update process can also lead to unwanted problems....

Microsoft’s Band, the new fitness tracker, is already out and even though it’s a really tiny device that fits on your wrist, you can adjust various settings within the device. While many of the settings can be configured right from the device itself, others, such as changing the theme color and wallpaper, need to happen from the Microsoft Health app. To change the default theme color and wallpaper from your Microsoft Band, simply open the Microsoft Health app in your phone, tap Band and navigate to Personalize Band , then choose the theme color and wallpaper you want to display on your wearable fitness tracker....

On the Chromium version of Microsoft Edge , you can use multiple profiles. A profile allows you to share the web browser with other users without them interfering with your information. Every profile you add keeps all the data separate, such as history, favorites, passwords, extensions, and other settings. Also, support for profiles is a handy feature when you want to use different Microsoft accounts, and you want to keep your things, such as personal and work separate....

To change the region on Windows 10, open Settings > Time & Language > Region and choose the country and regional formats. UPDATED 12/22/2023: On Windows 10, the region settings allow the system and apps (such as the Microsoft Store) to personalize the experience, showing content based on your location. In addition, based on your location, Windows 10 can also show the correct format for dates, times, and currency automatically....