minimalist tools

The humble Notepad app, a staple of the Windows experience since the earliest days of Microsoft’s operating system, has undergone a remarkable transformation. While for decades it was considered the epitome of simplicity—a fast-launching, no-frills utility for jotting notes, inspecting log...

Microsoft's recent revival of its classic MS-DOS Edit utility, reimagined as a modern, open-source text editor for Windows 11, marks a notable departure from the company's current trend of layering AI-driven features onto nearly every facet of its operating system. In an ecosystem where AI...

The world of digital productivity is saturated with feature-rich tools, but sometimes, the most effective solution is also the simplest. For many Windows users, one such tool is the understated yet powerful Sticky Notes app. While it’s easy to overlook, especially compared to robust task...