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How to disable ads in Windows 11

You'll see ads on your Windows lock screen if you have Windows Spotlight set as the display option. These ads often promote ...
To prevent users from locking their Windows 10 computer, follow the steps below to disable the Lock Screen in Windows 10.
If you want to keep Widgets enabled but clean it up a bit, open the Widgets menu, click the Settings gear in the top-right ...
Windows doesn't come with security set up by default, which means there are some default settings you need to change.
Got the Windows 11 25H2 update on your PC? Here is our guide on how to enable all the features from the 25H2 and 24H2 update ...
Apple has just released iOS 26.1, the first major bug-fix update to its latest iPhone operating system. But not everyone jumps onto the latest versions, preferring to let other people kick the tires ...
In Windows 11/10, your computer automatically connects to known Wi-Fi networks based on their priority. If you want to set a preferred Wi-Fi network—ensuring your PC always connects to it when in the ...
There's a new toggle in town with iOS 26.1 -- Apple's first update to iOS 26 officially rolled out to users this week, and it ...
If the Dual Boot Network is not working in Windows 11, check if there is an issue with the Windows OS or the other installed ...
Linux Mint is my top pick for Windows escapees—stable, familiar, and frequently updated. Cinnamon menu gains moveable search ...
Tired of your passkeys being tied to a single device? See how you can sync passkeys in the cloud with Microsoft Edge.
Stuck in a digital jam? Windows 11's 'Emergency Restart' is your escape route. Just hit Ctrl+Alt+Del, hold Ctrl, and click ...