One of the things that Windows does behind the scenes is run TRIM on an SSD in your PC. TRIM keeps the SSD in top shape and helps it run at optimal speed. This is done automatically but you can modify ...

Lingering smoke from a fire that broke out following an explosion at an auto body shop in Hillside on Tuesday night has affected the air quality in town, the mayor said Wednesday morning. “It’s not ...

Where does your Windows wallpaper come from? Did you find it online or download it through an app? You should check. A stark new warning for PC users paints an alarming picture. That harmless-looking ...

Microsoft says that the File Explorer (formerly Windows Explorer) now automatically blocks previews for files downloaded from the Internet to block credential theft attacks via malicious documents.

Microsoft really wants you to use Copilot, its branded AI platform. In fact, Microsoft wants you to use Copilot so much that it’s fine if you want to use it on Google services, like Gmail, Google ...

Question: What should I do with my older computer that can’t run Windows 11? Answer: Now that the October 14, 2025 deadline has passed, Windows 10 is officially retired, meaning Microsoft will no ...

Operating an unpatched system is a serious risk. Without monthly security patches, your computer will become a target for hackers who know that some people haven’t taken action yet. If upgrading to ...

Don't miss out on our latest stories. Add PCMag as a preferred source on Google. RIP Windows 10...sort of. Formal support for Windows 10 ended Oct. 14, but if your PC isn't compatible with the newer ...

It was only a couple of decades ago that homes and offices were filled with answering machines and BlackBerry phones. And although they've been obsolete for years, they're now among the retro gadgets ...

While Windows 11 has been out for a little over four years at this point, as of September this year, 40.5% of Windows users are still on the older Windows 10, according to web analytics provider ...

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