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How to make Zorin OS look like Windows 11 - for free

Learn how to customize your Linux computer to look like Windows 11 using free tools and themes. This explainer covers desktop customization basics and how to personalize your computer interface.

Jul 66

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Want to convince a Windows user to try Linux? Here's how I do it

A veteran Linux user shares practical strategies for convincing Windows users to try the open-source operating system, emphasizing understanding user concerns and demonstrating tangible benefits.

Jul 617

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Too many junk files on your Windows PC? This free tool can remove them in one click

A new free utility called Fluent Cleaner can analyze and remove junk files, temp files, and unused Registry entries on Windows PCs in one click. The tool offers a user-friendly interface and automated cleanup functionality.

Jun 3027

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A crucial Windows security certificate just expired - how to check your PC

A major Windows security milestone has arrived as the first batch of Secure Boot certificates expired, affecting over a billion PCs worldwide. Microsoft warns that the issue extends beyond Windows devices to include some Linux distributions.

Jun 2554

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This HP Omen gaming laptop is $700 off on Amazon - and it's a serious powerhouse

Learn how to optimize your HP Omen gaming laptop's performance using basic command-line tools and system maintenance techniques.

Jun 1936

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I tried AnduinOS 2.0, and it may be the easiest way to ditch Windows for Linux

AnduinOS 2.0 is a new Ubuntu-based Linux distribution that offers a Windows 11-like interface while prioritizing speed, privacy, and ease of use.

Jun 1640

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Windows 11 finally finds files when you type two characters instead of three

Learn how to implement Windows 11's new two-character search functionality using Python and PowerShell, enabling more intuitive file discovery for short file names.

Jun 1321

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I used HyperDroid to make my Android devices look and feel like Windows 11 - and don't regret it

A tech enthusiast successfully transformed Android devices to mimic Windows 11 using HyperDroid, demonstrating the flexibility of modern mobile interfaces.

Jun 1238

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Hate the right-click menu in Windows? Microsoft just promised to let you tweak it - soon

Learn how to customize Windows right-click context menus using the Registry Editor, and understand how Microsoft's upcoming changes will make this process easier for all users.

Jun 426

tools

My new favorite Windows app made my PC safer and more reliable - and it's free

UniGetUI is a free Windows application that helps users avoid malware by promoting downloads from trusted sources. The tool addresses the common security vulnerability of downloading executables from random websites.

May 2760

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I tried this free Windows cleanup tool to see if it'd speed up my PC - and it worked

Learn how to download, install, and use a free Windows cleanup tool to optimize your PC performance and speed up your system.

Apr 2364

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I found the apps slowing down my PC - how to kill the biggest memory hogs

Learn how to identify and manage memory-hungry processes on Windows PC, with a focus on disabling SysMain to improve system performance.

Apr 1665