disk space management

Parallels Desktop 26 arrives as a pragmatic, compatibility‑first update that explicitly prepares Mac users and IT teams for Apple’s macOS 26 “Tahoe” host changes and Microsoft’s Windows 11 25H2 guest cycle while tightening enterprise controls and addressing several long‑standing virtualization...

Parallels Desktop’s latest update lands as a consequential bridge between macOS’s year-based refresh cycle and the Windows ecosystem, delivering official macOS Tahoe compatibility while tightening enterprise controls and Windows VM reliability for the post-2024 OS landscape. The release —...

Windows users are often surprised by how quickly system restore points can accumulate, sometimes consuming valuable disk space without clear visibility or direct control from the standard graphical interface. By default, Windows manages these restore points silently, retaining only the latest...

The concept of Reserved Storage in Windows, introduced with Windows 10 version 1903, has quietly become both a blessing and a frustration point for PC users over the past several years. Its goal is simple: carve out a dedicated segment of disk space—typically around 7GB—to ensure Windows updates...

Every Windows user knows the sting of an unexpected crash, failed update, or driver disaster—one minute your device is humming along, the next it’s gripped by instability. For years, System Restore has been a crucial lifeline for getting things back on track, letting users roll back their...

Microsoft has recently updated its System Restore feature in Windows 11, version 24H2, to retain restore points for up to 60 days. This change, introduced with the June 2025 security update (KB5060842), aims to provide users with a more reliable recovery option in case of system issues...

With the release of Windows 11 24H2, Microsoft has ushered in a subtle yet significant change that directly affects how millions of users protect themselves from system mishaps: system restore point retention is now limited to 60 days by default. While this might sound like a minor tweak on the...

Microsoft's Recall feature, introduced in Windows 11, offers users the ability to capture and revisit their on-screen activities through snapshots. This functionality is particularly beneficial for tracking workflows, retrieving previously viewed content, and maintaining a comprehensive digital...

For users considering a migration to Windows 11, or questioning the long-term impact of the new operating system on available storage, understanding the true space requirements is fundamental. Not only does this inform decisions about upgrades and device selection, but it also shapes...

In the realm of IT, there's a lingering specter that prays on system administrators: the mysterious disappearance of disk space. This enigma was recently described by an IT professional struggling to understand "Where did my Windows Server's disk space disappear to?" They had conducted typical...