third-party tools

Windows 11 might sparkle in many ways, but there’s one glaring omission in File Explorer that’s been a head-scratcher for many users—the inability to display folder sizes directly in the "Size" column. Sure, you can see file sizes without issue, but when it comes to folders, File Explorer leaves...

Let’s rewind for a moment to 2009: Windows 7 was all the rage, and “backup” took on a different meaning. USB drives were king, and cloud storage was in its infancy. Enter "Backup and Restore," an inbuilt utility introduced in Windows 7 to secure your system and data. Flash forward to today, and...

The tech world has been abuzz this week with reports that some businesses operating on Windows Server received unexpected automatic upgrades to Windows Server 2025. While that might sound like a clever marketing move for a new OS rollout, Microsoft has clarified that these surprises weren’t...

In the realm of enterprise technology, few things can derail a carefully laid plan like an unexpected software upgrade. Recently, Microsoft found itself in the spotlight for a series of unprompted updates to Windows Server 2025, catching several businesses off guard. The root cause? Faulty...

In the rapidly evolving world of IT, keeping your systems updated is paramount—both for performance and security. However, an alarming issue has surfaced recently: businesses found themselves unexpectedly upgraded to Windows Server 2025, raising eyebrows and concerns about automation in software...

Microsoft's latest foray into the server space with the launch of Windows Server 2025 has stirred up quite a ruckus, leading to an unexpected wave of automatic upgrades that left many organizations scratching their heads in confusion — and perhaps a bit of irritation. Users reported overnight...

In a surprising twist of events, Microsoft has confirmed that a significant number of Windows Server 2019 and 2022 systems experienced unexpected upgrades to the newly released Windows Server 2025. This snafu, affecting several organizations, appears to be linked to third-party patch management...

Are you tired of the soft, rounded corners that characterize Windows 11's user interface? Do you yearn for a more angular, sharp-edged aesthetic? If so, you're certainly not alone. Many Windows enthusiasts feel that the recent design choices, while visually appealing, lack the personalized touch...

In a shocking twist of fate, many users found their Windows Server 2022 systems catapulted to the latest Windows Server 2025, not by their own volition, but rather due to an unexpected API error linked to third-party patch management tools. This incident, reminiscent of dramas involving wayward...

In today's digital world, privacy has become a luxury few can afford. With new operating systems like Windows 11, which actively monitors user activity under the guise of "improving user experience," many enthusiasts are questioning the lengths to which they must go to retain control over their...

In a leap back to the vibrant days of computing in the 1990s, a tech enthusiast on Reddit has successfully transformed Windows 11’s sleek and modern interface into a vintage graphical user interface (GUI) reminiscent of Microsoft's classic designs. This retro revival has been brought to life...

Introduction If you're tired of the bland Windows login screen that greets you at startup, changing the image can breathe new life into your computer experience. It’s a simple yet effective way to personalize your system, offering a fresh visual experience every time you log in. In this article...

While Microsoft continues to enhance Windows 11 with features like Copilot, users of older Windows versions such as XP, Windows 7, and Vista can feel left out. Interestingly, there’s a way for these users to experiment with Copilot, albeit not through official Microsoft channels. This article...

Transferring programs from your C drive to your D drive is a critical need for many Windows users, especially as storage requirements continue to rise for applications and data files. This process can significantly optimize storage management and enhance system performance. This article unpacks...

Hi, I am running Windows 7 Professional 64 bit. Is there some way I can use Windows Firewall to only allow access to the internet for email (I use outlook 2013) and also say Chrome Browser? Occasionally I use my iPhone to tether my windows 7 laptop, but I have a very limited data plan. I...

It's funny how it is the small things that you miss most when returning to an older OS. Apparently, it's not possible to install the Snipping Tool from MS on XP, so I have been Googling some for an alternative. However on everything that I have found so far, those alternative apps fall short...

Hi, all! I know how to perform a nondestructive repair install of Windows 7 under ordinary circumstances, but everything I've read so far says that you simply cannot perform that procedure if you can't boot into Windows 7 full mode first (using the hard disk partition that you want to perform...

I do not understand MS making Vista's Windows Calendar unavailable in Windows7. Live only provides for an email notification, where Windows Calendar reminded me at various time/date setable stages (eg. weeks to hours) with pop-up notifications on my desktop, as I do not continuously keep mail on...

Sure, I know I'm going to get a lot of static for this, but here goes anyway: Left and right panes of Explorer windows are not synchronized. The inevitable result will be (and has been) that people will press the Delete key on the wrong item. This is a major design flaw which causes the loss...

My son managed to get a virus on his pc, it then infected both computers, I cleaned it off his, but when cleaning it of mine, it crashed 7 completely, I can't even restore it using the install disk. Is there any way to restore a 7 backup using XP? I am trying to avoid, reinstalling. I know I can...