How to 'defrag' your computer and improve its speed when it's operating slower than usual

Most modern Windows operating systems will defrag your computer automatically, but you can do it manually if you have Windows ...

Windows 10's greatest achievement was not being Windows 8, and I think we can all be thankful for that

Windows 10 is dead. Well, nearly anyway. The much-beloved operating system reaches its EOL on October 14, meaning that security updates, feature updates and technical support will cease. Should you ...

Optimize your SSD’s speed with this obscure Windows setting

One of the things that Windows does behind the scenes is run TRIM on an SSD in your PC. TRIM keeps the SSD in top shape and ...

How much RAM do you need in 2025? My expert advice for Windows and Mac users

If you're upgrading to Windows 11, Microsoft says the minimum requirements are 4GB of RAM, but I'd still recommend 16GB as the baseline standard. If you have more than that, even better, but for most ...
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6 signs your computer has been hacked – and what to do about it

Strange behaviour on your Windows or Mac PC could be more than a glitch, so check our tips to recognise the risks and keep your data safe With over a decade of experience at Which?, Tom covers ...
PC World

Windows 10 support ends in days. Here’s how to switch to Windows 11

Windows 10 has been one of the best and most stable versions of the operating system from Microsoft, and it is no wonder that many users have waited to update to the new Windows 11. Despite its ...
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8 underrated Windows features I wish I’d started using sooner

Even if you’ve used a Windows PC for years, there are features that are surprisingly easy to miss. Honestly, I wouldn’t blame you. Some of these tools aren’t talked about enough, either because ...
PC Gamer

Time is nearly up for Windows 10—but is your Windows 10 PC screwed?

Reading the news about Windows 10's imminent demise on your Windows 10 PC? You might be wondering what will happen to your dear machine from October 14, 2025. The good news is, you don't have to kiss ...
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The next era of Windows PC has me ready to ditch my M4 MacBook - here's why

At its recent Summit 2025 event, Qualcomm took the stage to announce its next generation of laptop chipsets: the Snapdragon X2 Elite and Snapdragon X2 Elite Extreme. I've been closely following ...
Business Today

Windows 10 reaches end of life: Three ways to keep using your PC after October 2025

Microsoft will officially end support for Windows 10 on October 14, 2025, closing a decade-long chapter for one of its most widely used operating systems. After this date, Windows 10 devices will no ...
Windows Central

Windows 10 End of Life is here — These are the best Windows 11 laptops to replace your old PC

Your Windows 10 laptop is about to stop receiving important crucial security updates; here are the best PCs to consider as a replacement. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an ...