How to Disable Startup Apps in Windows 11 (and Which Ones to Keep)
Slow boot? Here is how to disable startup apps in Windows 11 using Settings, Task Manager and the Startup folder, plus which apps are safe to turn off.
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How to Record Your Screen on Windows 11 (Free, No Extra Apps Needed)
Want to record screen on Windows 11? Here are four free ways, including Snipping Tool and Xbox Game Bar, plus how to capture audio and where videos are saved.
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“Wi-Fi Doesn’t Have a Valid IP Configuration” on Windows 11: 9 Fixes
Seeing “Wi-Fi doesn’t have a valid IP configuration” on Windows 11? These 9 fixes, from a router restart to a full network reset, get you back online.
How to Recover Deleted Files on Windows 11 (Even After Emptying the Recycle Bin)
Deleted something important? Learn how to recover deleted files on Windows 11 from the Recycle Bin, OneDrive, File History and Windows File Recovery.
How to Check Battery Health on a Windows 11 Laptop
Learn how to check battery health on a Windows 11 laptop with the built-in battery report, read the results, and know when a replacement makes sense.
How to Reset Windows 11 Without Losing Your Files
Learn how to reset Windows 11 without losing your files. Compare Keep my files and Remove everything, and see what to back up before you start.
Windows 11 Stuck on “Getting Windows Ready”? What to Do
Windows 11 stuck on “Getting Windows ready, don’t turn off your computer”? Learn how long to wait and how to fix it safely if it never finishes.
Laptop Touchpad Not Working on Windows 11? 9 Fixes
Laptop touchpad not working on Windows 11? Re-enable it, fix gestures and scrolling, update drivers and rule out hardware with these 9 steps.
Printer Offline on Windows 11? 9 Ways to Get It Printing Again
Printer offline on Windows 11? Get it printing again with 9 fixes: check connections, clear the queue, restart Print Spooler and reinstall drivers.