utilities

  1. PowerToys Wishlist: Run+Workspaces, Image Converter, Auto Screenshots, Mouse Remap, Monitor Control

    PowerToys already solves dozens of small-but-annoying Windows problems for power users, and the five wishlist items proposed by the community capture practical, high-impact improvements that could make the suite even more indispensable. (learn.microsoft.com) Background / Overview PowerToys began...
  2. AI Data Centers and the U.S. Grid: Fact vs Forecasts for 2030

    The debate over whether artificial intelligence will devour the U.S. power grid has moved out of academic journals and into boardrooms, utility commission hearings, and consumers’ monthly bills—and the conversation is finally demanding honest numbers, not hype. Recent reporting has made two...
  3. Top 5 Power User Apps to Boost Windows Productivity in 2025

    Power users have always been at the forefront of driving productivity and efficiency on Windows PCs, embracing tools and utilities that extend far beyond what the default operating system offers. For many, the out-of-the-box Windows experience falls short in key areas: file management, system...
  4. DXC Fast RISE with SAP: Accelerating Cloud Adoption in Mexico with Microsoft Azure

    DXC Technology has announced the relaunch of its DXC Fast RISE with SAP service in Mexico, a strategic move that leverages the recent availability of RISE with SAP hosted on Microsoft Azure within Microsoft's Central Mexico hyperscale datacenter region. This development is poised to accelerate...
  5. Top Windows Apps and Updates: System Tweaks, Creative Tools, and AI Features in 2025

    Staying current with the latest software launches and updates offers Windows enthusiasts and power users a competitive edge when it comes to productivity, creativity, and system maintenance. Each week, developers and established software houses alike continue to innovate—introducing tools that...
  6. Why Snipping Tool Stands Out: Simplicity, Efficiency, and Modern Features

    Snipping Tool remains a surprisingly underrated gem in the vast toolkit of Windows screenshot utilities. With a market teeming with technically advanced alternatives like ShareX, Greenshot, and LightShot, it might seem counterintuitive to cling to a tool that many critics deem limited. Yet for...
  7. Top 10 PowerToys for Enhancing Productivity in Windows 11

    PowerToys has long been a standout toolbox for any serious Windows 11 user looking to squeeze extra productivity out of everyday tasks. With over 25 utilities at your disposal, the suite offers an impressive range of features—from simplifying multi-PC setups to streamlining file management—that...
  8. Unlock Your Productivity with PowerToys for Windows

    PowerToys has quietly evolved into one of the most indispensable productivity suites for Windows users—a collection of utilities that transforms everyday computing into something a bit more magical. Even if you’ve long relied on your trusty Mac apps, don’t underestimate the power waiting on your...
  9. Unlocking Windows 11: 9 Essential Utilities for Optimization

    In the ever-evolving world of Windows 11, one might think that the operating system is only as good as its flashy updates and user interface enhancements. But for those who delve deeper, there's a treasure trove of built-in utilities that can exponentially enhance your experience and efficiency...
  10. Unlock Windows 11 Productivity with 7 Essential PowerToys Utilities

    If you've ever pondered how you navigated the intricate world of Windows 11 without the grace of some nifty toolkit, wonder no more! Microsoft’s PowerToys is the answer, breathing new life into your OS experience with its sleek suite of utilities designed to enhance productivity, efficiency, and...
  11. Unlock Your Productivity: A Deep Dive into Microsoft PowerToys for Windows 11

    In the ever-evolving landscape of operating systems, Microsoft continues to enhance the Windows experience with tools that cater to both casual users and power users alike. One such suite of utilities that has garnered significant attention is Microsoft PowerToys. Designed to expand and optimize...
  12. Unlock Windows 11 with Microsoft PowerToys: 9 Must-Know Features

    Windows 11, often touted as Microsoft's most advanced operating system to date, offers a plethora of features, but is that all there is? Not by a long shot! Enter Microsoft PowerToys, a toolkit designed to extend the functionality of Windows beyond its default capabilities. If you haven’t yet...
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    Unexpected Flood of Bookmarks

    All of a sudden I get hundreds of bookmarks in both Chrome and Edge. The only thing new is that I am running Norton's Ultimate Utilities. Any correlation? Platform is a Dell laptop running the latest version of W11. These bookmorks do not correlate with the Favorites folder under Users.
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    How to install PortableApps where it will not install

    How do I install PortableApps platform in Aomei WinPE? Please only reply if you have personally already done it, I am not asking for theories or suggestions. Thank you. https://www.ubackup.com/pe-builder.html https://portableapps.com/
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    Which application can edit Legacy-BIOS settings?

    This discussion is about editing motherboard settings using Windows utilities. Which Windows applications can edit Legacy-BIOS settings and boot order entries? Low Hanging Fruit: I already know Windows applications to edit UEFI boot order settings, there is PA and Easy-UEFI. They can change UEFI...
  16. ART Fences Need some Work

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  17. Doubt in chaning operating system

    Hey hi there, thanks in advance...(Please read fully) Recently i bought asus vivobook 15 and it's pretty awesome and super cool to use but the real problem out there is the asus utilities my laptop have... Literally tons and tons of utilities i don't even know what's they're about... So i...
  18. VIDEO Is Using CCleaner A Bad Idea?

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  20. NEWS Britain wasting 'millions a day' in energy as wind farms told to turn off while bills soar

    The UK has been squandering an estimated £1billion a year in energy as the National Grid's infrastructure cannot handle the volumes of clean power currently being produced 😲 By ANTONY ASHKENAZ https://www.express.co.uk/journalist/123149/Antony-Ashkenaz Sent from my A063 using Windows Forums...