XDA Developers on MSN

Windows ReadyBoost uses a USB drive to increase performance, but most people shouldn't use it

Windows ReadyBoost used to be able to speed up your PC, but today, there's very little reason to use it. Why is that?

How to encrypt your PC’s disk without giving the keys to Microsoft

If you’ve signed in with a Microsoft account, your disk is likely already encrypted, and the key is likely already stored on ...
MUO on MSN

I used this open-source tool to strip the bloatware out of Windows 11 in minutes

Finally, a clean Windows 11 that works for you.
PCMag

Troubled Windows 11 January Patch Now Preventing Some PCs From Booting Up

Microsoft’s January 2026 security update for Windows 11 is continuing to cause problems for users. This comes after the patch ...
iTech Hacks

Reduce High RAM Usage on Windows 11 Using Microsoft PC Manager (One-Click Fix)

Learn how to reduce high RAM usage on Windows 11 using Microsoft PC Manager’s one-click optimization feature. Simple steps to ...
PCMag

Don't Trash That Old PC: Here Are 17 Projects to Try Instead

Got an ancient laptop or desktop lying around? With just a bit of extra effort, you can transform an old gaming PC into an ...

Microsoft investigates Windows 11 boot failures after January updates

Microsoft is investigating reports that some Windows 11 devices are failing to boot with "UNMOUNTABLE_BOOT_VOLUME" errors ...
WEBTECH 360

How to Use Windows 11 Hyper-V for Virtual Machines

Discover how to enable and use Windows 11 Hyper-V for virtual machines. Step-by-step guide to setting up VMs, installing OS, and optimizing performance for developers, IT pros, and enthusiasts.
Tom's Guide

I sped up my sluggish Windows 11 PC with these 6 free tricks — here's how

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