CCleaner promises less data waste, more storage space, better performance and fewer PC problems. We show you how to get the most out of this powerful tool.

Once your data is backed up, perform a full reset of Windows 10. Go to Settings, then Update & Security, then Recovery, and choose Reset this PC. Next, select Remove everything and then choose to ...

We talk to Rainer Kaese of Toshiba about the right temperature to run your hard disk drives at. Not getting it right risks higher failure rates than what would normally be expected.

First, open the System Information window by typing msinfo32 in the Start menu or by navigating to your System Information menu directly. Look for Secure Boot State to confirm whether or not it's on ...

Tip: Pay attention to how long your PC needs for everyday tasks. If waiting times accumulate and new software constantly jerks or crashes, it’s time to think about an upgrade. Not only will programs ...

If your regular Google password doesn't work for syncing Gmail accounts, visit https://myaccount.google.com/apppasswords to create an app password. Simply create a name for the password -- I used ...

Question: I need to dispose of my old computer but I’m told that I need to have all of my data removed. We’ve deleted what we can but apparently there is still retrievable data on the hard drive?

Windows 10 support ends in October. Learn how to upgrade to Windows 11, move files, email, and programs safely, and avoid losing data.

Old cookies and cache can slow you down, mess with websites, and invade your privacy. Clearing them only takes a minute ...

Fresh options in Windows 11 25H2 let you get fancy with the screen that appears before you log in to your PC and after you lock it. Here’s how to get the most out of widgets on the underutilized lock ...

Microsoft Clipchamp crashing issue commonly occurs when users attempt to edit longer projects (20–30 minutes or more). Since Clipchamp is primarily ...