If your Windows 10 or Windows 11 PC is struggling, or you're looking to sell, it could be time to restore the computer to its out-of-the-box settings.

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Microsoft announced two new Windows 11 recovery features today at the Ignite developer conference, called Cloud Rebuild and Point-in-Time Restore (PITR), that aim to reduce downtime and make it easier ...

If you have accidentally turned off your Windows computer during the factory reset and now you cannot use your system, use the following fixes: Disconnect all the peripherals and the power cord.

A Windows tablet with detachable keyboard can be a more portable and versatile alternative to a laptop. We've tested all the major models, and these top performers should be on your short list. I’m ...

While Backup and Restore (Windows 7) creates viable and fantastically compatible hard drive images, various flaws and limitations with the Windows Rescue/Recovery disks render it basically unusable ...

Microsoft's slick Surface Pro tablets are seldom cheap, and this model is one of the best Copilot+ PCs I've tested. Here's why it's a big deal, in both senses of the word. From the laptops on your ...

Microsoft has changed how Windows 11 manages System Restore points after its June 2025 security update. The update, KB5060842, says that starting with Windows 11 version 24H2, System Restore points ...

spacedesk is a free program that turns an Android tablet into a portable display for your Windows PC that you can easily carry with you anywhere. You can use it when you need extra screen space or ...

The ROG Flow Z13 is a 13.4-inch Windows tablet that includes a detachable keyboard. Imagine a Microsoft Surface pulled straight from the universe of Blade Runner, and you'll be on the right track for ...

I’ve tested tech for nearly a decade, and it’s always been a bit difficult to find the best Android tablet for most people. Unlike the relatively simple decision of finding the right iPad — where 90% ...

Through the magic of emulation, Windows for ARM is usable on iOS devices like the iPad. Apple’s support for alternative app stores in the EU now makes it easier to get this software installed.