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February 16, 2025

12 Ways To Make Windows 11 Run Faster

Windows is a dominant operating system known for its affordability and software compatibility, but users often face performance issues. To enhance performance on Windows 11, users can: 1. Restart the device weekly and ensure it is up-to-date to resolve bugs and improve security. 2. Disable unnecessary startup applications via Settings > Apps > Startup or Task Manager. 3. Use Task Manager to monitor and terminate resource-hungry applications. 4. Uninstall unnecessary pre-installed software using tools like Revo Uninstaller or Geek Uninstaller. 5. Upgrade hardware by installing an SSD or adding RAM for better performance. 6. Regularly scan for malware using Windows Security to maintain system health. 7. Adjust power settings to "Best Performance" under Settings > System > Power & battery > Power Mode. 8. Free up disk space using built-in tools like Storage Sense or by manually deleting old files. 9. Disable unnecessary visual effects via Settings > Accessibility > Visual Effects or Control Panel. 10. Pause OneDrive or other cloud storage services to reduce resource consumption during intensive tasks. 11. Disable File Explorer search indexing if frequent searches are not needed. 12. Use the system restore feature to revert to a previous state if performance issues persist.

Winsage

February 14, 2025

How to block Windows 11 24H2 if it is already downloading

The wushowhide tool can be used to block the Windows 11 24H2 update by selecting "Hide updates" and choosing the 24H2 version. Users can also prevent the update by stopping update-related services via Command Prompt, deleting files in the Software Distribution folder, and restarting the services. To block the update using the Group Policy Editor, users can set the target version to 23H2. For Home edition users without Group Policy Editor, registry modifications can be made by creating specific string and DWORD values under HKEYLOCALMACHINESoftwarePoliciesMicrosoftWindows. Support for Windows 11 23H2 will retire in November 2025, so users should be prepared to update in the future.

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November 8, 2024

How (and why) to roll back Windows updates on your PC

Windows update KB5043145 caused some users to experience the blue screen of death instead of performance improvements. Before rolling back updates, users should check for adequate hard drive space, restart the system, attempt to reinstall updates, disconnect non-essential hardware, check for conflicts in Device Manager, ensure antivirus software is not interfering, and verify that the Windows Update service is activated. To troubleshoot update issues, Windows 11 users can run the Windows Update troubleshooter from Settings, while Windows 10 users can access it through Update & Security. Users can also utilize system restore points to revert to a previous state, use the Reset Windows Update Tool to repair update components, manually install updates from the Microsoft update catalog, or reset and restart update services via command prompt. If all else fails, reinstalling Windows may be necessary, though it could result in data loss.

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October 24, 2024

How to Make Your Windows 11 PC Look Like Pixel UI [Easily]

Windows 11's user interface can be customized to resemble the minimalist Pixel phone interface using Rainmeter and the MD3 skin package. To achieve this, users need to install Rainmeter, download the MD3 Basic version from GitHub, and follow specific steps to extract and install the skin. Customization includes adjusting the Taskbar settings, enabling auto-hide, hiding desktop icons, and selecting styles for the Taskbar and widgets. The MD3 skin allows for the addition of various widgets like Clock, Date, Weather, and Music, enhancing the desktop experience with a Pixel-inspired aesthetic.

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September 27, 2024

Step-by-Step Solutions to Fix the IRQL NOT LESS OR EQUAL Error on Your Windows PC – PUNE.NEWS

The “IRQL NOT LESS OR EQUAL” error in Windows 10 and 11 indicates potential issues with system file integrity, often due to corrupted data on storage drives, damaged Windows OS files, or faulty RAM. To address this error, several methods can be employed: 1. Repair corrupted system files using DISM and SFC commands. 2. Perform a System Restore to revert to a previous state. 3. Update Windows and device drivers. 4. Run a memory test to check for faulty RAM. 5. Check the health of the storage drive and consider replacing it if failing. 6. Clean install graphics drivers. 7. Disable third-party services that may cause conflicts. It is advised to back up data before making significant system changes and to seek professional help if issues persist.

Winsage

September 17, 2024

How to create and utilize restore points on Windows

A Windows system restore point is a snapshot of the operating system that captures settings, applications, and data at a specific time, allowing users to revert to a previous state in case of issues. Restoring the system does not affect personal files but will remove applications installed after the restore point was created. Restore points are automatically generated during significant changes, but users can also create them manually. To create a restore point, administrative rights and system protection must be enabled on the desired drive. To configure restore points in Windows 10 or 11, users must enable system protection and allocate disk space. The process involves searching for "create a restore point," selecting the drive, enabling system protection, and adjusting disk space usage. To roll back to a restore point, if Windows can boot, users can access the System Restore window via the Run dialog, select a restore point, and initiate the restoration. If Windows cannot boot, users can trigger Automatic Repair Mode and access System Restore from there. To delete a restore point, users can search for "create a restore point," select the drive, and click delete under Disk Space Usage, confirming the deletion.

Winsage

September 17, 2024

September Windows 11 update riddled with issues. Here’s what you can do

Microsoft released the KB5043076 update for Windows 11 during its monthly Patch Tuesday event, aimed at enhancing system security and performance. The update introduces AMD’s Branch Prediction Optimizations, potentially increasing performance by up to 11 percent for AMD Ryzen 9000 series processors. However, some users have reported issues such as installation failures, system crashes, and problems with File Explorer. Other reported issues include disabled phishing protection, execution problems with certain system files, malfunctioning "Run as administrator" options, slow search response times, internet connectivity issues, app loading challenges, and difficulties in restarting or shutting down the device. Users can manually uninstall the update if they encounter problems by navigating to Settings > Windows Update > Update History and selecting Uninstall updates. Microsoft has not yet commented on the issues associated with this update.

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September 8, 2024

How to remove ‘Edit with Photos’ in Windows 11

Microsoft has introduced a new "Edit with Photos" option in the Photos app for Windows 11, currently available to Windows Insiders. This option appears in the context menu when users right-click on an image. Users can remove this option by accessing the Windows Registry Editor, creating a new key named "Blocked," and adding a specific string value. To restore the option, users can delete the string value from the "Blocked" key in the Registry Editor. Uninstalling the Photos app is another way to remove its context menu entries, but it may not be practical due to the app's editing capabilities.

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July 22, 2024

Microsoft outage: How to reinstall Windows 11 on your PC

You may need to reinstall Windows 11 on your PC for reasons such as system crashes, software conflicts, malware infections, or performance degradation.