Windows enthusiasts have been stripping the operating system down to its bare minimum for years. Now, a user known as "Xeno" on Twitter has reduced one ...

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Confronted with the bloat of today's Windows install, I do wish certain software peddlers had committed to a similar philosophy of 'less is more.' Pleasingly then, one tech tinkerer has pushed Windows ...

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If you're a Windows user that's looking for a PC version of the Apple Mac Mini, then one of the most popular models has dropped in price. Amazon is offering Prime members the AceMagic Vista Mini V1 ...

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 ...

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Setting up an Internet connection on Windows 7 is simple and can be done in a few minutes. Whether you’re connecting via Wi-Fi or Ethernet, this guide will show you the exact steps to get online ...