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Microsoft finally allows you to uninstall Copilot, but it's complicated

The update, now available in beta, allows administrators to fully uninstall Copilot from managed devices for the first time, ...

I replaced Windows with Linux and everything’s going great

Posts from this topic Linux diary, chapter one: winging it. Linux diary, chapter one: winging it. is a senior reviews editor ...
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IRS Ended Its Direct File Tax Program. Here Are the Best Options to File for Free in 2026

Even though the tax agency's free pilot program is no longer available, there are other free tax filing options this season.

Is turning off Windows Security a bad idea in 2026? A PC expert's bottom line

Toggle the Real-time protection switch off. You may receive a User Account Control (UAC) prompt asking if you want to allow the change to occur. Select Yes. When you're ready to turn system protection ...

Disable Windows updates to more precisely control your PC

Click the drop down menu next to Startup Type and change it to Disabled. Then click Apply and Ok. Your Windows updates should ...
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5 Windows apps that can make an old PC feel new

Even a decade-old Windows PC can feel surprisingly fresh with the right software, especially if you focus on tools that ...

9 things I always do after setting up Windows 11 - and why you should too

Microsoft's default settings for Windows 11 are filled with tiny annoyances, including unnecessary taskbar icons and unwanted apps. Here's how to declutter your new setup and maximize your security ...

Files getting deleted automatically when clicked on Windows 11

If files are being deleted automatically when you click on them on your Windows 11/10 computer, these suggestions will help ...