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12 ways to open the Control Panel on Windows 10
12 ways to open the Control Panel on Windows 10 – howtogeek.com
While there’s talk of Microsoft axing the Control Panel, it isn’t going anywhere anytime soon. Some important settings are only found in the classic Control Panel on Windows 10—they aren’t in the Settings app. Here are 12 ways you can open the Control Panel.
Windows 11 just got a big passkey upgrade
Windows 11 just got a big passkey upgrade – howtogeek.com
Windows 11 now has native support for third-party passkey managers. The November 2025 security update is adding this in. This should bring an end to the disjointed feeling that Passkeys used to have if you weren’t fully using Microsoft’s built-in tools.
Stop sending private files to the Windows Recycling Bin, do this instead
Stop sending private files to the Windows Recycling Bin, do this instead – howtogeek.com
When you delete a file in Windows, it goes to the Recycle Bin first, allowing you to restore it later. However, there are times—such as when you’re freeing up space or removing sensitive data—when you may want to bypass the Recycle Bin and permanently delete files. Here are a few ways you can do that.
Windows 11 has an emergency shutdown option
Windows 11 has an emergency shutdown option you probably don’t know about – howtogeek.com
Everyone knows about pressing the power button on your PC to force a shutdown, but if that doesn’t work and nothing else does, you may have to rely on “Emergency Restart”, a special, albeit drastic, secret option for troubleshooting a frozen or looping PC.
How Often Should I Reset My PC?
How Often Should I Reset My PC? – youtube.com · Ask Leo! ·
It Was My Time to Reformat and Reinstall
It Was My Time to Reformat and Reinstall – youtube.com · Ask Leo!
Microsoft publishes Windows 10 $30 ESU (Extended security updates)
Microsoft publishes Windows 10 $30 ESU (Extended security updates) in the Store – windowslatest.com
Windows 10 support ends on October 14, 2025, which is today, but you can extend its lifespan with the Extended Security Updates (ESU) program by paying Microsoft $30. This is for those who want to use Windows 10 with a local account and continue getting updates via ESU.
Windows 11 25H2 Is Finally Here
Windows 11 25H2 Is Finally Here – howtogeek.com
We’re nearing the last quarter of the year, and as usual, we’re getting a new Windows update. Windows 11 25H2 is finally here, and here’s everything that’s new. Spoiler alert: there’s not a lot.
– Process Explorer, a Replacement for Task Manager
Process Explorer, a Powerful Free Replacement for Task Manager – askleo.com
Want to know what’s really going on in your PC? Process Explorer is a free, powerful tool that digs deeper than Task Manager. I’ll show you how it works, what you can discover, and why it’s one of the best utilities you should have on your computer.
Can Malware Survive If I Reset My PC?
Can Malware Survive If I Reset My PC? – askleo.com
Worried a reset won’t wipe out malware? While it’s technically possible for some infections to survive, it’s extremely rare. Learn where malware can hide, which reset options are safest, and the extra steps you can take to ensure a truly clean and secure Windows reinstall.
What Security Software Do You Recommend?
What Security Software Do You Recommend? (2025 Q3 update) – askleo.com
My updated guide cuts through the hype with four no-nonsense steps to keep your PC safe. Learn what works, what to avoid, and how to stay secure without overspending or overcomplicating.
What’s New in Microsoft Edge 140
What’s New in Microsoft Edge 140 (Big Update!) – youtube.com · BrenTech ·
I Quit Using Third-Party Antivirus on Windows 11, and You Should Too
I Quit Using Third-Party Antivirus on Windows 11, and You Should Too – howtogeek.com
Not so long ago, running a Windows PC without some kind of special antivirus would have all but ensured that your PC got infected with malware. Now, however, the situation is different. Microsoft has made huge improvements to the operating system, and you probably don’t need to pay up for antivirus.
The Best Time-Saving Microsoft Office Tips You Didn’t Know You Needed
The Best Time-Saving Microsoft Office Tips You Didn’t Know You Needed – howtogeek.com
Think you’ve mastered Microsoft Office? Think again. Tucked away in every Office program are time-saving tricks and powerful tools that many users overlook. These tips will boost your productivity and help you get more out of the software you already use every day.
A Step-by-Step Guide to Moving From Windows to ChromeOS
A Step-by-Step Guide to Moving From Windows to ChromeOS – howtogeek.com
Switching from Windows to ChromeOS might feel like a big change, but there’s no need to worry. ChromeOS is simpler and easier to use than Windows. However, to switch without hiccups, you have to get familiar with ChromeOS basics and take care of a few things beforehand.