From batch uninstalling software to keeping my work organized, these free apps have earned a permanent place in my workflow.

Finally, Microsoft’s free PowerToys earns a spot on every PC I buy and use. Available freely from the Microsoft Store and ...

Even if you aren’t a huge techie, you probably know about all the big, mainstream apps that are fundamental to how we use our PCs. I’m talking Word, Outlook, Chrome, Slack, Dropbox, etc. You know, ...

I installed AppControl on my Windows 11 PC and was shocked by how much was happening in the background without me knowing. I've been writing about technology for more than 15 years and using it in ...

Most of the Windows apps you use are in the Store or the WinGet repository. UniGetUI is a free, open-source app that's easy to use. It's also a great way to back up and transfer a collection of apps.

The best free Windows software can give a new Windows 11 PC better tools without adding another subscription. Maybe you need to edit a video, back up your files, manage several email accounts, fix a ...

From quick temperature checks to deep system stats, these tools help keep track of the health of your computer hardware. Keeping tabs on your PC’s temperatures and hardware health is one of the ...

Jacob is a Senior Author at XDA with over a decade of experience in digital media. He's written for some of the largest names in the business, including Forbes, Tom's Guide, and Business Insider, and ...

Microsoft says its PC Manager app can make your Windows machine faster, so I decided to find out whether it actually works. I've been testing PC and mobile software for more than 20 years, focusing on ...