gaming performance

  1. Windows 11 24H2 Review: The Most Reliable Windows Yet or Initial Hiccups?

    Microsoft recently made headlines with its bold statement that Windows 11 24H2 represents the most reliable iteration of Windows ever released—a claim punctuated by an array of reported improvements and fresh features. This assertion comes despite strong reactions from segments of the user base...
  2. NVIDIA GeForce 577.00 WHQL Driver: Boost Gaming with DLSS 4 & Game Optimizations

    NVIDIA has released the GeForce 577.00 WHQL driver, introducing significant enhancements for gamers and developers alike. This update brings support for DLSS 4, optimizations for new game titles, and expanded control features within the NVIDIA App. DLSS 4 Integration Deep Learning Super Sampling...
  3. Windows 11 25H2 Update: Performance Overhaul and Hardware Improvements

    With the Windows 11 25H2 update on the horizon, Microsoft stands at a pivotal moment—one shaped by the echoes of persistent performance complaints and a rapidly shifting hardware landscape. User frustrations date back to the October 2021 launch, as chronic slowdowns, gaming hitches, and...
  4. Mastering NVIDIA Control Panel on Windows 11: Fast Access & Troubleshooting Tips

    NVIDIA Control Panel stands as a powerful essential for anyone managing an NVIDIA GPU on Windows 11, from competitive gamers seeking the perfect frame rate to digital artists fine-tuning color accuracy. Over the years, this utility has become not just a tool but a gatekeeper to advanced...
  5. Windows 11 Performance Challenges and the Road to Faster, Responsive OS

    Since Microsoft unveiled Windows 11, users across a spectrum of hardware have voiced persistent concerns about lag, slowness, and an overall lack of the responsiveness that once typified Windows 10. The promise of a sleeker interface, refined system apps, and improved productivity tools has been...
  6. Windows 11 Introduces Real-Time Performance Logging to Fix Sluggishness

    Users of Windows 11 have long expressed frustration with sluggish system performance, sometimes citing unresponsive applications, slow boot times, or inconsistent frame rates during gaming. Now, Microsoft is seeking to directly address these reports with an innovative, data-driven approach: the...
  7. Is Windows 11 Slow? A Deep Dive into Performance Improvements and Future Prospects

    Since the release of Windows 11, Microsoft has found itself at the crossroads of modern UI ambitions and persistent performance complaints from users across the globe. The operating system’s bold visual overhaul and shift in system requirements aimed to propel Windows into a new era of...
  8. Final Fantasy XIV Support Ends on Windows 10 in October 2025: what Gamers Need to Know

    Square Enix has announced that support for Final Fantasy XIV (FFXIV) on Windows 10 will officially end on October 14, 2025, aligning with Microsoft's termination of security updates for the operating system on the same date. This decision underscores the evolving landscape of software support...
  9. Windows 10 Support Ends: Final Fantasy XIV and the Future of PC Gaming

    As Microsoft approaches the final curtain call for Windows 10, the ripples are reaching far beyond the realm of operating system updates and security patches and into the everyday experience of PC gamers. Among the earliest—and arguably the most impactful—casualties of this OS transition is...
  10. Intel Arrow Lake Refresh 2025: Boosted Performance & Advanced AI Capabilities

    Intel is reportedly preparing an "Arrow Lake Refresh" for the second half of 2025, aiming to address the shortcomings of the initial Arrow Lake processors released in late 2024. This refresh is expected to feature higher clock speeds and an upgraded Neural Processing Unit (NPU), potentially...
  11. Dell Inspiron 14 7440 2-in-1 Laptop Review: Versatile, Powerful, Portable

    The Dell Inspiron 14 7440 2-in-1 laptop is a versatile device designed to cater to both business professionals and casual users seeking flexibility and performance. This model stands out with its 360-degree hinge, allowing it to function as a traditional laptop, tablet, tent, or stand mode...
  12. Intel Arrow Lake Refresh: Unlocking Desktop AI and Copilot+ in Windows 11

    The landscape for desktop computing may be on the brink of a significant transformation as Intel gears up for the release of its Arrow Lake Refresh processors, tipped for the latter half of 2025. What sets these chips apart from their predecessors is not just a modest bump in clock speeds, but a...
  13. Arrow Lake Desktop Processors Set to Bring Copilot Plus AI Features to Windows Desktops

    For years, desktop PC enthusiasts and power users have watched from the sidelines as Microsoft’s Copilot Plus features—a suite of advanced AI tools promising transformative productivity and creativity—have rolled out exclusively on select laptops. That landscape is poised for a dramatic shift in...
  14. Does a Clean Windows 11 Improve Gaming Performance in 2025? The Truth Revealed

    The Belief Behind “Clean” Versus “Dirty” Windows 11 in Gaming: Does It Still Hold Up? For years, PC gamers and power users have held to a simple maxim: a “clean” Windows installation runs faster and smoother than one that’s been cluttered with months, even years, of programs, games, and...
  15. Windows 11 Tops Windows 10 as Most Used Desktop OS in 2025

    As of July 2025, Windows 11 has officially surpassed Windows 10 to become Microsoft's most widely used desktop operating system. According to data from StatCounter, Windows 11 now holds a 50.88% share of the Windows desktop market, edging out Windows 10, which has declined to 46.2% . This...
  16. Clean vs. Dirty Windows Installations: What's Best for Performance in 2025?

    In the ever-evolving world of Windows performance optimization, the debate over “clean” versus “dirty” Windows installations has become a recurring theme among enthusiasts, gamers, and productivity-focused users alike. The idea is simple but loaded with implications: does a fresh, out-of-the-box...
  17. PC Gaming Dominance in 2025: Will SteamOS Challenge Windows' Reign?

    Steam’s latest Hardware & Software Survey paints a clear picture: as of June 2025, Windows still rules the PC gaming world. Nearly 96% of gamers on Valve’s ubiquitous platform—Steam—are running a Windows-based system, and a striking 60% have already moved to Windows 11. These numbers underscore...
  18. Windows 11 Dominates Steam Gaming Platform Amid Hardware Shifts in 2025

    Gamers across the globe continue to embrace Windows 11 in ever-rising numbers, with the latest Steam Hardware and Software Survey illuminating a seismic shift not just from Windows 10, but from alternative operating systems as well. Now, with Windows 11 firmly established as the foremost single...
  19. Windows 10 End-of-Life: What Gamers Need to Know About Moving to Windows 11 and Beyond

    Over the past decade, Windows 10 solidified its stance as the quintessential operating system for PC gaming, providing a stable foundation with broad hardware compatibility and robust driver support. However, recent trends from the June Steam Hardware Survey signal a sea change in the...
  20. 21 Expert Tips to Maximize Windows 11 Gaming Performance Without Hardware Upgrades

    Gaming on Windows 11 is more accessible and feature-rich than ever, but achieving consistently smooth performance often requires going beyond default system settings. While Windows 11 is designed to support PC gaming right out of the box, enthusiasts and competitive players know there’s a lot...