task management

Windows Task Scheduler is a powerful built-in utility in both Windows 10 and Windows 11 that enables users to automate and schedule repetitive tasks efficiently. This functionality can significantly boost productivity by allowing tasks, such as program launches, email sending, or system...

In an exciting development for Windows 11 users, Microsoft has introduced a feature that allows you to kill tasks directly from the Taskbar, eliminating the need to go through the Task Manager. This hidden functionality is located under Developer Settings and is disabled by default. In this...

Navigating multiple desktops in Windows 11 and Windows 10 can significantly enhance your productivity and streamline your workflow. By efficiently managing your virtual desktops, you can keep your tasks organized, reduce clutter, and easily switch between workspaces. Windows offers several...

Clipboard history is a valuable feature in Windows 11 that significantly enhances user productivity by allowing seamless management of multiple copied items. Whether you are working on an important document, conducting research, or simply looking to streamline your tasks, understanding how to...

In today's fast-paced digital environment, managing multiple tasks simultaneously is essential for enhanced productivity. One of the standout features in Windows 11 is the ability to utilize virtual desktops effectively. This capability allows users to create separate workspaces on their...

As technology evolves, so too does the way we interact with our computers. Customizing your Windows 11 desktop provides both comfort and efficiency while working on your PC or laptop. For users looking to enhance their workflow, incorporating various widgets can dramatically improve...

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...

What would it feel like to get a boost in half of your workday? If you are an information worker, today you spend over 50% of your computing time in the browser. A browser isn’t just a browser anymore. It’s your center for digital work. Yet it typically looks and acts like the browser of...

I am 58 and have been using Windows probably since Windows 95 started. And yes, there have been problems (XP) But Windows 11 has to be, by far, the worst! It's pretty fast and doesn't have many errors...BUT, you took away ALL user controls!!!! I am a graphic designer and my work is based on...

Newer build with high end components. Machine Specs: - Windows 10 - Motherboard: x570 Taichi - Processor: AMD Ryzen 9 5900X 12-Core Processor - 3.70 GHz - RAM: 64.0 GB - M.2 970 EVO 1TB (400GB used) - Graphics Card: Ventus 3X 3080 Whenever I try to move files around on my computer, my file...

What commands will get a batch file to stop trying to start a program on windows startup? The following code below is what I had used to execute said program as a batch file: C:\Users\drumm\Desktop>start "" "C:\Program Files\WinRAR\WinRAR.exe" -pc MY-PC -launch

Eighty-eight percent of millennial moms would prefer to have more quality time with family and friends this holiday season than to spend time shopping for gifts This year, Microsoft Store is on a mission to minimize holiday planning stress for moms so they can be more present for what...

Hi again, Well, I'm really liking Windows 11, I like how if you have two windows open, and you click on the one not showing it minimizes the one on top and expands the other, instead of putting the smaller one on top of the larger one maybe Windows 10 would do that two, but it wasn't on my...

Deb Dubrow, Principal Program Manager, Microsoft Edge Sean Lyndersay, Partner Group Program Manager, Microsoft Edge Work smarter, not harder. We’ve all heard it. But with today’s world of more freedom—in how we work, when we work, and how we communicate while working—this statement is nothing...

Summer is in full swing. It’s hard to imagine but back-to-school is quickly approaching. There is still a lot of uncertainty in terms of what form the new school year will take. Regardless of whether our children will be returning to school in person, hybrid or online, every parent knows that...

I don't understand why it hovers 75% average. This is doing video processing. Can I make it 100%? Thanks in advance.

I upgraded an old Laptop from Windows 7 to 10 64 bit. The CPU is Intel Core 2 Duo 2.2 GHz. It does not have Hyperthreading in the cores and when there are two tasks to be done it just stops until I quit one of the programs and then it can continue normally. Is there a program that can mange...

On Tuesday at Microsoft Ignite, the company announced that Power Automate Desktop is now available at no additional cost, allowing Windows 10 users to harness the power of low-code robotic process automation (RPA). The technology is available as a download and will be included in Windows Insider...

Hi, I'm new to windows, so I'm sorry if this is a dumb question. I'm using Windows 10 after 15+ years using mac and Linux (switched from XP), and considering adopting Windows as my main OS. I'm trying to use win+ctrl+arrow to change between desktops, with a multi monitor setup. The problem is...

With much of your to-do list now online, you expect your browser to be fast and reliable every day. Your browser is the tool you rely on to get things done. Online productivity now depends on how fast your browser is, so that to-do list can disappear. So, don’t you hate it when your browser...