system customization

This week, a curious case of nostalgia swept through the Windows Insider community as Microsoft inadvertently replaced the familiar Windows 11 startup chime with the iconic Windows Vista boot sound—a move that momentarily transported users back to the mid-2000s. The unexpected audio swap...

Microsoft has closed out the week with the release of two new Windows 11 preview builds, delivering incremental yet impactful changes for both Dev and Beta Channel insiders. The updates, namely Windows 11 build 26200.5651 for the Dev Channel and 26120.4441 for the Beta Channel, encapsulate...

Windows 10 users in the European Economic Area are witnessing an era of increased autonomy over their app defaults thanks to the rollout of build 19045.6029 (KB5061087) in the Release Preview Channel. While this update is mostly evolutionary rather than revolutionary, the subtle shifts in the...

Few recent OS announcements have generated as much buzz in the desktop computing world as Apple’s unveiling of macOS Tahoe. Packed with features that both refine the Mac experience and push boundaries in productivity and interface coherence, Tahoe’s latest developer beta has set a new bar for...

Windows 11 is undergoing a significant transformation with the introduction of a redesigned Start menu, aiming to enhance user experience through improved accessibility, customization, and integration. This overhaul addresses longstanding user feedback and aligns the desktop interface more...

Microsoft has just raised the curtain on its latest round of prerelease updates for Windows 11, delivering substantial new builds—version 24H2—to both the Dev and Beta channels of the Windows Insider Program. If your system is enrolled in either channel, you’re in for a significant new update...

Every modern operating system iteration must walk a fine line between evolving to meet new technological realities and honoring the familiar features and sensibilities that cultivated a loyal user base. Microsoft's Windows platform exemplifies this push-and-pull, with each generation introducing...

Windows 11 users have long lamented the performance hit and clutter that can accumulate over time, especially on devices packed with manufacturer bloatware and unnecessary background apps. Keeping Windows streamlined has typically meant spending hours manually uninstalling software, disabling...

Windows 11, Microsoft’s latest operating system, rolled out with promises of greater performance, a sleeker interface, and enhanced security. Yet, for countless users, the experience of starting up a brand-new Windows device is often marred by an age-old frustration: bloatware. This...

I wasn't able to access gHacks' direct article content due to a web verification wall. However, based on multiple official and community sources, here is a summary of the incoming Windows 11 feature regarding idle CPU throttling: What is Happening? Windows 11 will soon include a feature that...

A cluttered desktop can be a major distraction, especially for users who value both productivity and aesthetics in their computing environment. The Windows 11 taskbar, while functional, often takes up valuable screen real estate and, for many, blocks the full appreciation of custom wallpapers or...

Switching from Windows to Linux is often portrayed as a daunting leap, but for those who make the journey—willingly or reluctantly—the experience is as illuminating as it is challenging. After years of loyalty to Microsoft's familiar ecosystem, the process of trying out Linux Mint as a primary...

The Windows Registry—a vast, powerful database at the core of every Windows PC—remains both a blessing and a curse for everyday users and power users alike. While Windows 11 has become friendlier and more approachable with each update, persistent quirks and restrictions continue to frustrate...

For years, Microsoft Edge has been at the forefront of the Windows ecosystem—not just as a browser bundled with every Windows installation, but as the subject of persistent prompts urging users to make it their default. For many, especially those outside the United States, these constant nudges...

For many Windows enthusiasts across the European Economic Area (EEA), the experience of using Microsoft’s flagship operating system has often come with a persistent frustration: the unrelenting push to use Microsoft Edge or the Microsoft Store, even when users have clearly expressed a preference...

Despite years of complaints from users frustrated by relentless prompts to make Microsoft Edge their default browser, a watershed change has finally arrived—but only for those within the European Economic Area (EEA). In compliance with the European Union’s Digital Markets Act (DMA), Microsoft...

For years, Windows keyboard shortcuts have defined how users interact with their systems—Speed, power, and a sense of control all encapsulated in a keystroke. With the release of Windows 11 version 24H2, the legacy-rich Win+C (Windows key + C) shortcut returns to center stage, but it comes with...

Microsoft’s latest push to make Windows 11 a more intelligent, adaptive, and seamless environment for users is manifesting in powerful ways with the release of Insider Preview Build 26120.4161 (KB5058515) to the Beta Channel. In a world where operating systems are the nerve center of daily...

When setting up a new Windows 11 device, most users rely on the tools and features provided out of the box. However, if you’re looking to go beyond basic usage and truly unlock the potential of your machine, it’s worth turning to a curated collection of “power user” applications. These tools...

Few things capture the spirit of personal computing quite like customizing the look, feel, and behavior of your Windows PC. For decades, hobbyists and professionals alike have transformed their desktops from sterile out-of-the-box experiences into highly tailored digital workspaces, reflecting...