Rip out Copilot: uninstall or use registry/script to stop background spying. Turn off ads, lock screen Bing wallpapers, and app promos in Settings. Disable OneDrive/startup apps, minimize telemetry, ...

Dark patterns in Windows 11 quietly push ads, data tracking, and Microsoft services. In 2026, users should disable notification tips, ad IDs, diagnostic data, personalized search, Start menu and lock ...

The search function in Windows 11 is incredibly useful for finding almost anything on your PC, whether it's your apps, settings, or locally stored files. Additionally, it allows you to search the web ...

Microsoft's latest Windows 11 Dev build makes it easier to find various system settings, improves widgets, and adds plenty of other changes. Microsoft is rolling out a new update for Windows Insiders ...

Windows 11 26H2 is the next major free update for all Windows users. Among other things, it brings improvements to Explorer, camera control, and AI. Here's an overview.

Today, Microsoft announced new Windows experiences for Copilot+ PCs, including AI agents that will make changing settings on your Windows computer easier. The company says users will be able to use ...

Ever searched for a file in Windows and come up empty? Or waited way too long for results? You’re not alone. Many users find Windows Search frustrating and it really boils down to its default settings ...

A new PowerToys upgrade could speed up how you search, launch apps, and run commands across Windows 11.

Note: This is an early peek at a chapter from my next book, De-Enshittify Windows 11. This book will be available for ...