Mauro Huculak has been a Windows How-To Expert contributor at WindowsCentral.com for over a decade, with more than 22 years of combined experience in IT and technical writing. He holds professional certifications from Microsoft (MCSA), Cisco (CCNP), VMware (VCP), and CompTIA (A+, Network+), and has been recognized as a long-time Microsoft MVP. Outside of tech, Mauro enjoys cycling, hiking, and discovering great food.
Latest articles by Mauro Huculak

Create a one-click app layout using PowerToys Workspaces on Windows 11
By Mauro Huculak published
Windows 11 Automate how your apps open and arrange themselves on Windows 11 with PowerToys Workspaces.

The last features coming to Windows 11 in November 2025
By Mauro Huculak published
Windows 11 Check out the latest features and changes that Microsoft has been testing during the last two weeks of November.

Take screenshots and screen recordings with the Snipping Tool on Windows 11
By Mauro Huculak last updated
Screen capture In this guide, I will show you how to use the Snipping Tool app to take screenshots and screen record videos on Windows 11. No extra software required.
How has the Windows Start menu evolved after 40 years?
By Mauro Huculak published
Windows As Windows turns 40, we're looking at the Start menu's changes from its debut in Windows 95, passing through 98, ME, Vista, 7, 8, 8.1, 10, and 11.

Windows 11 adds smart shortcuts to File Explorer — here’s how to use them the right way
By Mauro Huculak published
Windows 11 In File Explorer, you can now use AI actions to modify images, summarize text, and more, and in this guide, I'll outline the steps to manage and use this feature on Windows 11.

10 facts you probably didn't know about Windows
By Mauro Huculak last updated
Windows Here are 10 interesting facts about the history of Windows from version 1.0 to 11.

Your Copilot PC is ready to go — but one setup step unlocks its real power
By Mauro Huculak published
Setup Did you get a new Copilot+ PC? If so, check this guide to set it up the right way.

The best Windows 11 changes for Insiders so far in November
By Mauro Huculak published
Windows 11 Microsoft introduces agentic AI features, visual changes for Widgets and the Lock Screen, and improvements to Quick Machine Recovery and Smart App Control, and reveals version 26H1.

Easy steps to upgrade to Windows 11 without a Microsoft account
By Mauro Huculak published
Windows Yes, if you already use a local account on Windows 10, you can upgrade to Windows 11 without having to link your Microsoft account, and here's how.

How to use Click to Do on Windows 11 with your new Copilot+ PC
By Mauro Huculak last updated
Windows 11 On Windows 11, you can use Click to Do to perform quick tasks with AI from anything that appears on the screen, and here's how to use the feature inside and outside of Windows Recall.

All you need to know to get started with Recall on Windows 11
By Mauro Huculak published
Windows 11 These instructions are for Windows 11 running on a Copilot+ PC. They can help you familiarize yourself with the Windows Recall app and learn how to search and manage settings.

3 game-changing AI features you need in Edge
By Mauro Huculak published
AI Microsoft Edge now comes with Copilot Mode, Journeys, and Actions, and here are the steps to set them up on Windows 11.

PowerToys makes light/dark mode switching effortless on Windows 11
By Mauro Huculak published
Windows 11 On Windows 11, you can use PowerToys to schedule when the system switches between the light and dark color modes, and in this guide, I'll outline the steps to complete this configuration.

6 Windows 11 features you’ll love in the November 2025 update
By Mauro Huculak published
Windows 11 Microsoft’s November 2025 update for Windows 11 introduces AI-powered file actions, a redesigned Start menu, and smarter widgets — here are the top 6 features to know.

Windows 11 Copilot Connectors explained
By Mauro Huculak published
Windows 11 Connectors let Copilot search across different services, and in this guide, I'll explain the steps to configure the feature on your computer.

Windows 11 has Administrator Protection, and here's how to enable it
By Mauro Huculak published
Windows 11 On Windows 11, you can now enable Administrator Protection to improve security while elevating commands or applications, and here's how to enable it.

Convert MBR to GPT on Windows 10: ensure compatibility for modern Games
By Mauro Huculak last updated
How-to Learn how to convert MBR to GPT, switch BIOS to UEFI, and enable TPM 2.0 and Secure Boot on Windows 10 to run modern games like Battlefield 6 and Call of Duty: Black Ops 7.

Windows 11’s Start menu gets a major redesign in 25H2 and 24H2 — here’s what’s new
By Mauro Huculak published
Windows The new Start menu in Windows 11 25H2 and 24H2 brings category and grid views, Phone Link integration, and the ability to hide the Recommended section.

9 Windows 11 features arriving for Insiders before the end of October
By Mauro Huculak published
Windows 11 Microsoft is rolling out nine new features to Windows 11 Insiders in the second half of October, including Start menu improvements, AI integrations, and quality‑of‑life updates.

How to get started and use Microsoft Copilot on Windows 11
By Mauro Huculak published
Windows 11 Copilot is more than just an app on Windows 11, and in this guide, I'll outline the steps to get started with the AI chatbot and actions with the app and the integration across the desktop.

Step-by-Step Guide: Converting MBR to GPT for UEFI on Windows 10 for Windows 11
By Mauro Huculak last updated
A PC with UEFI is more secure and faster than the legacy one using BIOS, and here's how to switch.

Best features Microsoft rolled out in 2025 for Windows 11 versions 25H2 and 24H2
By Mauro Huculak published
Windows 11 Check out the best features and changes that Microsoft rolled out in 2025 for Windows 11, which are now available for version 25H2 and 24H2.

Best 12 settings for your new Xbox ROG Ally handheld running Windows 11
By Mauro Huculak published
Tweaks Did you get a new Xbox Ally? If so, check out these essential configurations for the best experience.
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