Setting up a fresh Windows 11 PC is the perfect moment to lock in a core toolkit of free apps that handle everyday tasks better than the built-in defaults. I focus on a small set of utilities that ...

Even if you aren’t a huge techie, you probably know about all the big, mainstream apps that are fundamental to how we use our PCs. I’m talking Word, Outlook, Chrome, Slack, Dropbox, etc. You know, ...

Microsoft Defender isn't bad, but it's not enough to fully protect your PC. You don't have to pay extra, though—just use one of the top free antivirus apps we've tested.

Have you ever sat down at your computer, ready to tackle a task or unwind with your favorite game, only to feel like something’s missing? Maybe it’s the hassle of juggling passwords, the frustration ...

Windows 11 introduced a sleek and modern interface, but like any operating system, it has its limitations. To enhance your experience and address these gaps, here are ten free apps that can ...

Make sure your PC is working as well as it should with these helpful (and free) apps to help monitor your gaming performance. Reading time 2 minutes If you’ve invested some serious cash in a gaming PC ...

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On October 14, 2025, Microsoft officially ended support for Windows 10. Although they gave users ample time to switch to Windows 11, millions still rely on Windows 10 and cannot upgrade to the new OS ...

There’s no need to stick with Windows’ preloaded applications. These time-tested apps are all free — and open source, too. Windows comes loaded with a lot of applications, but to be honest, they ...

Microsoft's PC Manager promises to optimize your machine's performance at no cost. I tried it out to see if it's good enough to replace third-party tools.

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