Configure Focus Assist (Win10) and Focus Sessions (Win11) for Distraction-Free Work
Difficulty: Beginner | Time Required: 15 minutes
Introduction
We all get distracted by pop-ups, chat pings, and noisy apps when trying to concentrate. Windows provides built-in tools — Focus Assist on Windows 10...
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Windows 11 already includes a small arsenal of productivity tools that, when used together, can shave hours off your weekly workload — and you don’t need to install a single third‑party utility to get started. The Pocket‑lint piece that inspired this roundup highlights five built‑in tools the...
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Windows 11’s approach to productivity is a quiet revolution—a set of subtle design decisions and powerful in-built tools that, once genuinely embraced, can rewire your daily workflow. For years, operating systems have been trying to solve the urgent problem of digital distraction. Yet, for many...
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For anyone aiming to make the most of their Windows experience, a well-chosen suite of productivity apps is essential. Microsoft’s ecosystem has evolved far beyond its core operating system, offering a variety of tools specifically tailored to boost efficiency, encourage creative output, and...
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I need software like Todoist or Microsoft To Do that 1) I can buy and not rent, and 2) I don't have to have an existing account with someone to use (like Microsoft To Do will only work with a Microsoft account). I just want an app I can buy once and not have it tied to an email account. I've...
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