I am sure you have heard of Microsoft’s recent feature named “Recall” in Windows 11. It was recently announced it will be arriving on some new Microsoft PCs. However, you must be using a Copilot+ branded PC, which is something only the very latest PCs have. So, your current computer will not have Recall…at this…
Settings are the nervous system of your computer. It adjusts, aligns, helps, instructs, and keeps the rest of your computer system running in good shape. For new users venturing into the world of Windows 11, acquainting yourself with the Settings menu is paramount to customizing and controlling your experience. Diving into the Settings area can…
The post addresses inquiries about Windows 11 features, first focusing on the power button options and sign-in methods. It details power options like shut down and restart, and sign-in alternatives such as facial recognition, fingerprint, PINs, and security keys like YubiKey, highlighting security benefits of each. The author also touches on Trusted Platform Module (TPM) security, and restart benefits for clearing RAM. Additional resources are promised on GrayHaired.Tech, including a special guest appearance.
Today’s guide dives into personalizing Windows 11, starting with applying Themes, which now include enhanced color palettes and wallpapers. Users can easily change themes, customize desktop backgrounds, and avoid unreadable text by choosing contrasting colors. The Taskbar’s functionality expands with configurable Widgets for quick information access and the “Task view” for multiple desktops. Users can personalize these features without harm to their systems, and the changes are easily reversible.
We looked last week at using the Windows 11 Start Menu, which will be yours now or on your next new computer. Today we will follow up with some additional settings in the start menu and others in the area. First, let us look at how you can customize the layout of your start menu….
Ron shares their experience with Windows 11, noting the new Start Menu and taskbar layout. Users with Windows 10 can remain comfortable until October 14, 2025, when support ends. Detailed instructions on customizing the Start Menu’s pinned apps area are provided. The author seeks feedback on Windows 11 and potential interest in a podcast discussing tech topics.
For those of you that have read my thoughts here for the last, oh, one month short of 23 years, you know I do not usually do an article about purchasing new computers. There are many, many, good manufacturers and even more variables to choose from. So, this time I will give you the top…
The debate of whether to stick with Windows 10 or upgrade to Windows 11 has been circulating for some time. Is it worth installing the upgrade…should you proceed with it? Of course, it took a little while to convince me, but now it is in good shape. I have been testing Windows 11 since its…
Have you ever had a program lock up on your computer so that you could not do anything with it, including closing it? Many times, people will reboot their computers to resolve those types of issues. But there may be an easier way. That is done by using Task Manager. Not only can it shut…
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