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Got a new Copilot PC? Here’s the setup trick that makes Windows 11 feel brand new

Setting up a Copilot+ PC is slightly different than a regular computer, and in this guide, I'll outline the steps to complete the initial setup, as well as post-installation steps, such as updates, personalization, performance tweaks, app setup, file transfers, and backup.

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Windows 11's November Insider update brings new features and reveals a new version

Microsoft introduces agentic AI features, visual changes for Widgets and the Lock Screen, and improvements to Quick Machine Recovery and Smart App Control, and reveals version 26H1.

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How to upgrade Windows 10 to 11 using a local account — A step-by-step guide to skipping the Microsoft account requirement

Yes, if you already use a local account on Windows 10, you can upgrade to Windows 11 without having to link your Microsoft account, and here's how.

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How to get started with Windows Recall on Windows 11 and give your Copilot+ PC a secure photographic memory

These instructions are for Windows 11 running on a Copilot+ PC. They can help you familiarize yourself with the Windows Recall app and learn how to search and manage settings.

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How to unlock Copilot, Journeys, and Actions in Microsoft Edge for a smarter browsing experience

Microsoft Edge now comes with Copilot Mode, Journeys, and Actions, and here are the steps to set them up on Windows 11.

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How to let PowerToys handle your theme-switching on Windows 11 — light mode for work, dark mode for vibes

On Windows 11, you can use PowerToys to schedule when the system switches between the light and dark color modes, and in this guide, I'll outline the steps to complete this configuration.

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Top 6 features in Windows 11’s November 11, 2025, update — AI, Start menu, and more

On November 11, 2025, Windows 11 is getting a new update introducing several new features, including a new Start menu design, the Administrator Protection security feature, the ability to show battery percentage in the Taskbar, a new recommended section in File Explorer, and more.

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How to set up Connectors in Copilot for Windows 11 — search across Microsoft and Google services with natural language

Connectors let Copilot search across different services, and in this guide, I'll explain the steps to configure the feature on your computer.

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How to improve Windows 11 security using Administrator Protection — shielding your PC with a switch buried in its settings

On Windows 11, you can now enable Administrator Protection to improve security while elevating commands or applications, and here's how to enable it.

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Microsoft revamps the Start menu in Windows 11 — scrollable layout, new views, and fewer clicks

Microsoft is rolling out a new Start menu for Windows 11 with a unified, scrollable layout that combines all sections into one view and finally adds an option to hide the "Recommended" area. The redesign arrives with the November 2025 update, and in this guide, I'll highlight everything you need…

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Windows 11’s October Insider update brings 9 features worth trying

In the last two weeks of October 2025, Microsoft released several Insider builds for Windows 11 versions 25H2 and 24H2 with various visual changes and improvements, including a redesigned About page, the Copy & Search feature, proactive memory diagnostics, and more dark mode improvements for File Explorer.

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How to get started with Microsoft Copilot on Windows 11 — A beginner's guide to the AI chatbot and its many integrations

Copilot is more than just an app on Windows 11, and in this guide, I'll outline the steps to get started with the AI chatbot and actions with the app and the integration across the desktop.

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Best features Microsoft rolled out in 2025 for Windows 11 versions 25H2 and 24H2

Check out the best features and changes that Microsoft rolled out in 2025 for Windows 11, which are now available for version 25H2 and 24H2.

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12 Essential Windows 11 tweaks to supercharge your ASUS ROG Xbox Ally gaming handheld

Apply these 12 essential Windows 11 tweaks to get the most out of your ASUS ROG Xbox Ally. From power modes and GPU settings to refresh rate and AMD performance features, learn how to optimize your handheld for a better gaming experience.

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12 features coming during first half of October on Windows 11 Insiders

During the first half of October 2025, Microsoft released several Insider builds for Windows 11 version 25H2 and 24H2 with various visual changes and improvements, including improvements to the dark color mode, changes for the AI agent in Settings, the addition of Administrator Protection, and more.

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Windows 10 is about to die, don’t let your data go with it — how to securely wipe your PC before it’s retired

On Windows 10, you can use the Reset this PC feature to secure-erase the computer if you plan to decommission it after support ends on October 14, 2025.

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Windows 11’s October update packs 9 new features you’ll actually notice

The Windows 11 October 2025 update for versions 24H2 and 25H2 brings new features and changes, such as the ability to change the location of hardware indicators, AI actions for File Explorer, a new Advanced page, Administrator Protection, and more.

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Windows 10 reaches end of life in 2025 — and upgrading to Windows 11 is easier than you think

As support for Windows 10 comes to an end, you can now upgrade to Windows 11 version 25H2 through Windows Update or using the Installation Assistant.

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Windows 11 Settings app gets major upgrades in 25H2

Windows 11's Settings app in 2025 introduced a slew of changes, including a new "Advanced" page and an AI agent for search. Key additions include Quick Machine Recovery, the ability to show the clock in the Notification Center, more Recall controls, and more.

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How AI-powered updates are transforming File Explorer in Windows 11

File Explorer on Windows 11 gained several notable changes in 2025, including context menu improvements, AI Actions, redesigned Home page, and more.

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Is your PC getting the Windows 11 2025 Update on September 30, 2025?

Let's explain the Microsoft approach to rolling out Windows 11 version 25H2 to compatible hardware starting on September 30, 2025.

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Microsoft drops 7 new Insider features for Windows 11 for September 2025 — here are the best ones (and why we like them)

Windows 11 Insider builds in the Beta, Dev, and Canary Channels bring improvements for Click to Do, Taskbar, Spotlight, and more in September 2025.

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How to instantly force the new Windows 11 2025 Update (version 25H2) on your PC

The Windows 11 2025 Update can be installed early through the Windows Update settings, using the Installation Media, an official ISO file, or the Media Creation Tool.

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Windows 10 End of Life: 3 options to keep using your PC without losing your data

Windows 10 support ends October 14, 2025, but you can stay secure by enrolling in the ESU program or upgrading to Windows 11 using the same hardware, regardless of whether it's supported or not.

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How to fix a second monitor not detected in Windows 10 and 11

On Windows 10 and 11, you can use these steps to fix a second monitor not detected on your PC, and here's how.

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