Can you really get a Windows PC running like new again? Using this free tool from Microsoft, you can get pretty close.

If you've ever had to deal with a dying computer, you know the challenge of ensuring you have a good backup. Here's how I use CloneZilla to do just that.

Got an old computer collecting dust in a closet or tucked under a desk? You're not alone. Many people hold on to aging desktops and laptops, either as backup machines or because they still run "just ...

Think your PC might be doing more than you asked? Here’s how I check for hidden activity.

Modern Windows PCs often include some kind of biometric hardware, mainly in the form of facial recognition (using infrared cameras) or fingerprint scanning. Both of these features let you use Windows ...

A reader named Sam told me he has a problem. His Windows computers aren't playing nice with each other. Unlike his iPad and iPhone, they're never in sync.

Want to protect your privacy? You can temporarily turn off your computer's microphone. If it's off by accident, we'll show ...

Dianna Gunn built her first WordPress website in 2008. Since then, she's poured thousands of hours into understanding how websites and online businesses work. She's shared what she's learned on blogs ...

Proxmox is an odd choice for a desktop operating system, but you can make it work.

Windows PCs come with a Performance Mode that changes how your computer manages power, but its real-world impact isn't always all that obvious in daily use.