Virtual tunnel
Create and manage VPN connections on Windows 11
In this guide, we'll show you the steps to set up and manage VPN connections on Windows 11.
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Mauro Huculak is technical writer for WindowsCentral.com. His primary focus is to write comprehensive how-tos to help users get the most out of Windows 10 and its many related technologies. He has an IT background with professional certifications from Microsoft, Cisco, and CompTIA, and he's a recognized member of the Microsoft MVP community.
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Customization
Adjusting system language on Windows 11
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In this guide, we'll show you the steps to change the Windows 11 system language through the Settings app.
Absolute beginners
Disable the Show desktop option in the Windows 11 Taskbar
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In this guide, we'll show you the steps to disable the Show desktop option that appears in the Windows 11 Taskbar.
Firmware switch
Still using BIOS? It's time to switch to UEFI — here's how on Windows 10.
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In this guide, we'll show you the steps to use the MBR2GPT tool to convert a drive using MBR to GPT to properly switch from BIOS to UEFI without reinstalling Windows 10 or losing your data.
Productivity improvements
Getting started with Snap assist, layouts, groups on Windows 11
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In this guide, we'll show you the steps to get started with Snap assist on Windows 11, including the steps to begin using Snap layouts and Snap groups.
Custom personalization
Three ways to add quicker access to the Windows 11 Task Manager
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In this guide, we'll show you the three easy ways to open Task Manager quickly with only one click (or two) on Windows 11.
Beginner's guide
Get connecting with the Windows 11 Chat app
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This guide will show you the steps to get started texting and making video calls using the new Chat from the Microsoft Teams app on Windows 11.
Setting the bar (but not too high)
Closer look at the new Windows 11 Taskbar
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Windows 11 gets a new version of the Taskbar with a lot of improvements, but a lot of changes will feel like a step backward.
A new Start!
Getting a closer look at the new Windows 11 Start menu
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In this guide, we'll dive deep into the design changes and improvements that Microsoft is shipping with the Start menu for Windows 11.
Redesigned
Closer look at Notifications Center and Quick Settings for Windows 11
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In this guide, we will show you all the visual changes and improvements that Microsoft has done to Action Center on Windows 11.
Tweaks that matters
These are the new changes with the Windows 11 Lock screen
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In this guide, we'll show you the changes that Microsoft has made for the Lock screen on Windows 11.
Customizable
You can change the Windows 11 touch keyboard look and feel — here's how
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This guide will show you the different ways you can customize the touch keyboard experience on Windows 11.
Formerly Virtual Desktops
Managing Desktops on Windows 11
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In this guide, you will learn how to get started with the new Desktops feature to be a little more productive on Windows 11.
Uninstalling...
Is the Chat app not for you? Here's how to remove it from Windows 11.
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In this guide, we'll show you the steps to hide or completely remove the Chat from Microsoft Teams integration on Windows 11.
Workaround
Not enough space to install Windows 11? No problem, here's the workaround.
In this guide, we'll show you the steps you need to follow to successfully install Windows 11 on a computer that doesn't have enough space available.
Customization 101
You can still hide the Windows 11 Taskbar. Here's how.
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In this guide, you will learn the steps to allow Windows 11 to hide the Taskbar when it's not in focus.
Reset button
Is your Windows 11 setup acting up? Reset it with these steps.
This guide will show you the steps to reset your computer running Windows 11 to the factory default settings removing everything, or keeping your settings and files.
Official guide
The ultimate guide to clean installing Windows 11 on your PC
In this guide, we'll show you everything you need to know to perform a successful clean install of Windows 11, whether you're reinstalling the OS, or upgrading from Windows 10 or Windows 8.1.
Linux updates
Closer look at the changes available for WSL on Windows 11
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In this guide, we will show you all the improvements and features that you will be able to use with the Windows Subsystem for Linux after upgrade to Windows 11.
Networking 101
Four ways to connect Windows 11 to a wireless network
In this guide, we'll show you the different ways to connect a Windows 11 device to a Wi-Fi network from Taskbar, Settings, and even Command Prompt.