hidden features

Let’s be honest—when Windows 11 initially dropped, we were all enamored by the refreshed design and snazzy interface, but there’s a hidden hero in the operating system that often flies under the radar: the Task Manager. Yes, the same tool more often used for frantic "End Task" missions has...

Windows 11 seems to be everywhere lately—a sleek operating system with highly polished visuals and productivity-driven enhancements. While most users are familiar with its basic functions, Windows 11 is also hiding some powerful, lesser-known features that can radically improve your workflow and...

Windows is not just about the flashy taskbar or the iconic Start menu. Beneath its polished surface lies a treasure trove of lesser-known features designed to turbocharge your productivity. If you're a daily user of Windows, you might already have discovered some hidden gems, but let’s dive...

Windows 11 isn't just the latest version of Microsoft's operating system; it’s a treasure trove of hidden features that can supercharge your productivity and streamline your computing experience. Whether you're looking to bypass some unwanted configurations, optimize system performance, or...

Notepad, one of the oldest and most beloved applications in the Windows ecosystem, has not only survived the test of time but has also evolved significantly with the latest updates. Launched alongside Microsoft Windows in 1983, this simple text editor might seem straightforward, but recent...

Unleashing the full potential of Windows 11 requires users to explore its hidden features and capabilities. With a myriad of tools designed to enhance productivity, customization, and overall user experience, Windows 11 is packed with options that remain largely unnoticed by many. In this...

Windows 11 has brought numerous enhancements to its operating system, and one of the often-overlooked applications is the Calculator app. This isn’t just a basic calculator; it has evolved, offering multiple functionalities that can serve a variety of users—from casual to advanced...

Accidentially I pressed some unknown key combination/sequence and the result was that the title bar and the menu bar of the well known built-in Task Manager was suddenly hidden. Only the processes are shown in window. I cannot even switch to the other tabs. With which key can I tell Win 7 to...

I came across this article yesterday on how to enable GodMode in Windows 10. I tried it and it work's. Here's the article link : http://www.pcworld.com/article/2881613/unlock-windows-10s-hidden-powerful-godmode-tool.html

Windows 10 Build 9926 contains some interesting features if you know where to look. read more Continue reading...

I presume by now that if you are a Windows kid, you are using the newest build of the Windows 10 operating system, the recently released 9926 edition. If you are, go ahead and select the clock in the lower right corner of your screen. It looks slightly mundane, does it not? I thought so. What if...

There is suppose to be a "secret" feature in Windows 8 Power Management scheme called "Memory Power Management", this new section introduced in Windows 8 allows you to change a lot of advanced settings related to memory. It can be accessed by the "WIN+R" key combination and typing in...

One of the more controversial aspects of Windows 8 is that the Start button has disappeared altogether — a conscious choice by Microsoft to encourage people to adopt and use the Metro interface. There’s not much chance of it officially returning, but there is a minor replacement of sorts built...

It could be almost a year before we finally get our hands on Windows 8. In the meantime, early release versions of the operating system have been seeded to developers, and a ton of hidden feature have been discovered in the code. Source: Yahoo! News

Bill Detwiler shows you how unlock the hidden Administrator account on Windows 7 and Vista with the Computer Management console and Net User command. Link Removed

Found this, thought its was interesting Although its name suggests perhaps even grander capabilities, Windows enthusiasts are excited over the discovery of a hidden "GodMode" feature that lets users access all of the operating system's control panels from within a single folder. Link...

Link Removed Ad hoc networking thought to be unavailable in netbook edition is there, noted Windows blogger says - Microsoft may have buried a wireless networking feature in Windows 7 Starter, the edition installed on most netbooks, but it did not actually disable the ad hoc wireless feature...

As the title states, I like to get a list of everything windows 7 user's disable in windows 7. Example: Hibernation Edit: Even hidden features that some do not know of.

In a previous post I mentioned Link Removed It's File Finder feature leaves Windows Search in the dust. You can search using wild cards, including multiple wild cards, such as lf*12*.dll. this will locate all occurrences of Lead Tools graphic viewers that require version 12. My initial...

There is application called Powerdesk that is an excellent Windows Explorer alternative. On install I would uncheck all entries it suggest if you want to use your current archive extractor and Windows Explorer as the shell If you've every looked in SysInternals Autoruns and noticed an entry...