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3 ways to zoom in and out in Windows to get a perfect view of what's on your screen
By Sarah Chaney published
If something on your screen is too big or too tiny, don't worry! It's easy to zoom in and out on Windows with these 3 quick methods.

The latest Windows update has some users trapped in BitLocker recovery — here's how to fix it
By Sarah Chaney published
A recent required Windows update could cause major issues for your computer. If you get stuck in BitLocker recovery, here's how to get out of it.

How to Get to the Advanced Startup Options Menu in Windows 10 and 11
By Sean Riley last updated
The Advanced Startup Options Menu is the key to getting your PC up and running again

How to turn on the interesting but contentious Recall program on Microsoft Copilot+ PCs
By Claire Tabari published
Recall is now available to try — there are just a few hoops to jump through in order to access it

This latest Windows 11 update bug may finally convince me to switch to Linux
By Sarah Chaney published
A recent Windows 11 update (KB5039302) was released with a major issue that caused reboot hell for some users. It appears to be fixed for now, but it might be the final straw for me.

The best version of Windows 11 isn't made by Microsoft
By Claire Tabari published
Windows 11 Government Edition would be awesome

This Windows 11 setting can ruin your Copilot+ PC gaming — how to turn off Automatic Super Resolution
By Sarah Chaney published
A new Windows 11 setting made just for Copilot+ PCs isn't meshing well with many games, even games the setting is supposedly compatible with.

External hard drive not showing up? Here's how to fix it.
By Sarah Chaney published
If your external hard drive isn't showing up on your computer, and you've got precious data you don't want to lose, here are a few easy solutions to try.
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