battery management

If you're one of the countless users who feel like Windows 11's Quick Settings menu turned battery management into an unwelcome scavenger hunt, breathe easy—there's hope. Fans of the concise and practical battery flyout from Windows 10 are finally able to reclaim some sanity, thanks to a nifty...

In a latest move to bolster the usability of its flagship operating system, Microsoft has rolled out Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 27749, specifically tailored for users in the Canary channel. This update not only brings a suite of enhancements but also introduces a game-changing feature...

Windows 11, since its debut in 2021, has been a noteworthy evolution in Microsoft's long line of operating systems. With its slick redesign, enhanced taskbar, and the reimagined Start Menu, it promised a fresh user experience. However, as with any substantial update, there are features that have...

Introduction According to Microsoft Support, the article titled "Use Smart Charging in Windows" discusses the significance of Smart charging for maintaining the longevity of lithium-ion batteries in devices running Windows 11. This feature is particularly relevant in an age where battery health...

As we move closer to the release of the Windows 11 24H2 update, new information has emerged about a significant enhancement in the operating system's power-saving capabilities. This update introduces the Energy Saver mode, which is designed to outperform the previously existing Battery Saver...

Windows 10 21H1 19043.1151- Recently I happened to go to Control Panel, Power Options, and noticed I have no power plans listed. Its been some time since I have looked at this setting but I used to have a number of default power plans listed here. I did a google search and a number of fixes came...

The Microsoft Devices Team is excited to announce the release of an open-source model for Component Firmware Update for Windows system developers – Component Firmware Update (CFU). With CFU, you can easily deliver firmware updates for through Windows Update by using CFU drivers. Background...

Hi I have set up a laptop running Windows 7 with an Administrator Account and a general User Account (not the Windows 7 Guest). When I log on to the User Account, I get two *.exe files trying to load which require administrator permissions. The files are part of the laptop manufacturers...

After 4 years, my fully up-to-date XP install got completely messed up so given Win7 was so close, decided to try the RC rather than go back thru multiple XP updates/patches. Yes, I know it is an older laptop but it does have 1.25Gb RAM. I ran into the Intel GMA855 graphics lack of support but...

Firstly I have to say I must have been pretty lucky since looking around the site... Installation after partitioning my HDD (I separated my "My Docs" from my XP installation to a separate 3rd partition for when it comes to uninstallation time) went sooo quickly that I thought there must have...