As you try to upgrade to a new version of Windows 10, such as the Fall Creators Update or another feature update, you may come across error 0xC1900208 – 0x4000C during the upgrade process using the Windows Update, Media Creation Tool, or Update Assistant. 0xC1900208 – 0x4000C is a common upgrade problem and not a bug with Windows 10 . This error message indicates that an app is not compatible, and it’s blocking the upgrade process....

On Windows 10, you can troubleshoot and fix problems with Night Light in several different ways, and in this guide, we’ll show you how. The “Night light” feature has been designed to reduce the blue light on the screen at night to help reduce eye strain and improve sleep quality. It’s similar to Apple’s Night Shift and Android’s Night mode. However, if you enable Night Light on your computer, sometimes the feature may not work correctly (usually, after installing a new feature update)....

UPDATED 1/8/2024: On Windows 10 (and Windows 11 ), you can configure the system to remove the password requirement and log in automatically using the legacy User Accounts (netplwiz) settings. However, this requires clearing the “User must enter a username and password to use this computer” option, and many times, you will find out that the option is missing. The problem is a bug. Instead, it’s because Windows includes a sign-in feature that removes the use of a password in favor of Windows Hello for authentication....

On Windows 10, cumulative updates download and install automatically to protect your computer from hackers and viruses and run smoothly with the latest performance improvements. The only caveat is that sometimes updates may contain bugs and compatibility issues that can negatively impact the experience. Although updates are essential and disabling the feature is not recommended, you can use the “Show or hide updates” tool or the PowerShell “PSWindosUpdate” module to block specific updates and drivers from downloading automatically....

To install the Apple TV app on Windows 11, open the app page in the Microsoft Store, and click on “Install.” Or open Command Prompt (admin) and run the “winget install –id 9NM4T8B9JQZ1” command. On Windows 11 , you can now install the Apple TV app, which is now available as a preview. The video streaming app provides the same design and features as the variant for macOS, including access to the Apple TV+ service, movies, and more....

To enroll and install Windows 11 preview builds, open Settings > Windows Update > Windows Insider Program , click “Get started,” link your account, select the “Canary,” “Dev,” “Beta,” or “Release Preview” channel, restart, and check for updates to download the latest Insider Preview build. To install a Windows 11 Insider Preview on Windows 10, open Settings > Update & Security > Windows Insider Program , click “Get started,” link your account, select the “Dev” or “Canary” channel, restart, and check for updates to download the latest build....

We’re finally starting to see more PC makers bringing high DPI displays to Windows PCs. High-resolution screens not only provide more viewable real estate, but they also make text, photos, and videos look sharp, crisp, and more beautiful than ever before. But no one says that applications must be built to scale properly on these displays. If they are not, you’ll get blurry fonts and pixelated images, or they just won’t scale well—a really big problem, even more so when you spend a lot of money on that brand-new laptop....

On Windows 11 , the Windows Subsystem for Linux (WSL) is a virtualization platform that allows you to work with Linux distros alongside the host operating system. If you notice problems or have to start over with a specific Linux distribution, it’s possible to reset the distro on WSL using the Settings app or command line without removing and re-downloading anything. Reset Linux distro on WSL from Settings Reset Linux distro on WSL from Command Prompt Reset Linux distro on WSL from Settings To reset a Linux distribution on WSL for Windows 11, use these steps:...

On Windows 11, you can see what files are taking up space by opening Settings > System > Storage , which shows a breakdown of apps, temporary files, and system data. For deeper analysis, you can use WinDirStat for a graphical view or the built-in DiskUsage command-line tool to list the largest files and folders. These tools help you quickly free up space and manage drive usage. On Windows 11 , if you are curious about what is taking up space on your computer, you can get a clear answer from the Storage settings....

On Windows 11 24H2 , you can now change the wallpaper using HDR (.jxr) images for devices with HDR monitors, and in this guide, you will learn how. The ability to set a “.jxr” file as a desktop wallpaper is virtually the same process as applying a standard JPEG . However, once you apply the wallpaper, you have to turn on the “HDR” feature on the device to notice the difference....

To set live wallpapers on Windows 11, install “Lively Wallpaper,” open the app, click on “Library,” right-click the live wallpaper, and choose “Set as Wallpaper.” UPDATED 11/19/24: On Windows 11 , you can set live wallpapers with animations on the desktop, but not officially. The “Lively Wallpaper” app, available through the Microsoft Store, allows you to use a live background on Windows 11, similar to those animated wallpapers on Android....

On Microsoft Edge , the sidebar on the right side gives you quick access to your Microsoft 365 and files as well as other products, such as Outlook, search, games, and tools, including Designer, Drop, Image Creator, and more. Although the sidebar may work for some people, it’s not for everyone since they add unnecessary distractions, take up a lot of space, and only seem to be tactics to promote more of the company’s services....

UPDATED 10/31/2023: On computers running the original release of Windows 11 or Windows 10, it’s possible to use the “Installation Assistant” to upgrade to Windows 11 23H2 when the feature update is not downloading from the Windows Update settings. The Installation Assistant is a tool designed to update computers to the new version of Windows 11 when there are problems with Windows Update or another unknown reason that doesn’t include any hardware or software compatibility issue....

Nano11 Builder is an experimental, open-source PowerShell script by NTDEV that automates the creation of a heavily stripped-down Windows 11 image using only Microsoft tools (for example, DISM and oscdimg). It removes built-in apps, core services (such as Windows Update and Microsoft Defender), non-essential drivers, languages, and more, producing ISOs as small as ~2.3-2.5GB and installed footprints of around 2.8-3.2GB. The resulting system is not serviceable, meaning that it won’t have access to Windows updates, cannot add back components, and does not support language packs....

Public folder has been around longer than Windows 10 , and it’s a special setup more than a feature. The operating system includes the idea of a Public folder to make it easier to share files with other people who use the same PC and with users over a small network. What’s Public folder on Windows While you can always share a folder manually on your account, the Public folder is a special setup very easy to configure and allows anyone to share files without having to go through the hassle of setting up share and security permissions, and you can even let other users access the folder without requiring a password....

The Excel =COPILOT() function lets you use natural language to analyze or generate data directly in a spreadsheet. You type a prompt, optionally reference a data range, and Copilot outputs results such as summaries, classifications, lists, and more. It works like any Excel formula, updates automatically when data changes, and is currently available in preview for Microsoft 365 commercial customers. Microsoft is adding a new AI-powered formula to Excel called the =COPILOT() function....

Here’s a new theme with 20 images for your desktop computer backgrounds dedicated to the solitude of the desert. A clear blue sky to admire all the stars and the fabulous Milky Way, as well as the sand dunes brushed with the wind, and some animals curious to see who ventures to photograph those incredible landscape; all you can appreciate on this collection. The wallpapers are free to download for Windows, something not to miss to enjoy the view of inhospitable places and its golden sand kissed by the sun from your office....

Lake Ohrid, situated between Macedonia and Albania and declared a World Heritage by UNESCO, captured the attention of photographer Slavco Stojanoski. Each spot of the lake at sunset offers a unique and inspiring scenery that shines through every image in this Windows 10 theme. Renew your desktop background appearance with these 13 images. The theme is available for download through the Microsoft Store, and it is free to set as wallpapers on computers running Windows 10 only....

Microsoft is deprecating the legacy Console mode, not the Windows Console experience. The legacy mode was only a compatibility fallback feature to run older tools. This decision means the legacy mode will no longer be part of the system in future releases. Microsoft is retiring the legacy command console on Windows 11 and feature releases. The company quietly updated its documentation page in December 2023, noting that the “legacy console mode” has been deprecated, meaning it’ll no longer receive updates....

Microsoft is developing new controls to address the clutter in the context menu on Windows 11. The new controls are available for developers as part of Windows App SDK 2.0 (preview). This menu approach won’t be enabled by default. It’s up to developers to implement the design. Microsoft is circling back to one of the most controversial design decisions on Windows 11 , which is the right-click context menu ....