How to Safely Shrink the WinSxS Folder in Windows 11
Reduce the component store size using built-in tools without breaking updates or system recovery.
Windows 11
Windows 11 is Microsoft's modern PC operating system, built to deliver a refreshed interface, stronger productivity tools, gaming features, enhanced security, and deep integration with services like Copilot. It launched as the successor to Windows 10 and supports a wide range of desktops, laptops, and compatible hardware configurations for work, play, and everyday computing. | Release Date: October 5, 2021 | Developer: Microsoft | Platforms: x86-64 PCs, Arm64 PCs | Genre: Operating System
AIXHost.exe "application is exiting" error on Windows 11: How to fix it
Reset the Windows AI component tied to Recall to stop the recurring popup on Copilot+ PCs.
WiFi Option Missing in Windows 11: Causes and Fixes
Restore the wireless toggle and network list with adapter, service, driver, and network reset fixes that target each common cause.
Windows 11 Precision Touchpad Gestures: Auto, Accelerated, and Single-Finger Scroll
Microsoft is testing four new precision touchpad gesture options in Windows 11 Experimental Build 26300.8376 under Settings.
DISM Stuck at 62.3% on Windows 11: Fix and Verify
Why the RestoreHealth scan pauses at 62.3 percent and the exact actions that get it moving again.
Windows 11 KB5083631 Extra Restart Explained (Secure Boot Certificate Update)
Why the April 2026 preview update can reboot twice on some PCs, plus the BitLocker recovery prompt to watch for.
Black screen after login on Windows 11: How to fix it
Recover your desktop when Windows 11 boots to a blank screen with only a cursor visible.
Windows 11 KB5083769 Boot Loop: What's Happening and How to Recover
The April 2026 Patch Tuesday update is leaving some PCs stuck in pixelated crashes and endless recovery cycles.
Windows 11 KB5083769 BitLocker recovery bug and install problems
The April 2026 cumulative update can trigger a BitLocker recovery prompt on devices with a specific PCR7 Group Policy configuration.
Why Windows 11's April Update Auto-Opens Microsoft Edge After Restart
The April Patch Tuesday update launches Edge on some PCs to show a promotional feature tour, ignoring your default browser.
How to Fix the Windows 11 Microsoft Account Sign-In Bug With KB5085516
Microsoft's out-of-band patch resolves the "no Internet" error that blocked sign-in across Teams, OneDrive, Outlook, and Office apps.
Windows 11 build 28020.1685 adds voice renaming and cleaner storage
The latest Canary update brings File Explorer voice typing and a more reliable way to remove Windows.old files.
Windows 11 Dev build 26300.7965 brings back Administrator protection
The latest Dev Channel update adds just-in-time admin protection and a small set of File Explorer and sharing changes.
Windows 11 KB5079473: New features, zero-day fixes, and native Sysmon
The March 2026 mandatory update adds a taskbar speed test, WebP wallpaper support, and patches for six actively exploited vulnerabilities.
Windows 11 Home encryption: Turn on Device Encryption the right way
On Windows 11 Home, the built-in option is Device Encryption, not the full BitLocker control panel.
Windows 11 Update Can Break Ethernet Internet — How to Restore Connectivity
A Windows 11 upgrade can wipe key wired authentication policies, leaving PCs offline until group policies are refreshed.
Windows 11 KB5077241 brings internet speed tests and native Sysmon support
The February 2026 preview update adds taskbar network tools, Emoji 16.0, and pan-tilt camera controls.
KB5007651 Keeps Reinstalling on Windows 11 — What It Is and How to Fix It
Microsoft's recurring Windows Security platform update has a long history of bugs, loops, and workarounds.
Windows 11 Build 26300.7733 Brings Native Sysmon to Dev Channel
The latest Dev Channel preview adds built-in system monitoring and fixes for File Explorer and cloud storage apps.
Windows 11 Canary Build 28020.1495: WebP wallpapers and a few key fixes
What changed, what got fixed, and the two issues you’re most likely to notice after installing.
Notepad on Windows 11 can do tables — here’s how to use them
Learn how to create, edit, and manage tables in the new Notepad for Windows 11, including Markdown-style layouts.
How to use AI agents from the Windows 11 taskbar
Learn how the new Ask Copilot box and taskbar icons let AI agents run, monitor, and complete tasks on your Windows 11 PC.
How to disable touch screen on Windows 11 without breaking everything else
Turn off touch input on a Windows 11 laptop or tablet using Device Manager or PowerShell, and keep it disabled reliably.
How to disable every AI feature on Microsoft Edge for Windows 11 without uninstalling it
Turn off Copilot, Bing chat, AI icons and background services in Edge on Windows 11 using built‑in settings, policies and registry edits.