
Mauro Huculak
Mauro Huculak has been a Windows How-To Expert contributor for WindowsCentral.com for nearly a decade and has over 15 years of experience writing comprehensive guides. He also has an IT background and has achieved different professional certifications from Microsoft (MSCA), Cisco (CCNP), VMware (VCP), and CompTIA (A+ and Network+). He has been recognized as a Microsoft MVP for many years. When Mauro isn't attached to his work computer, he likes cycling, hiking, and enjoying good food.
Latest articles by Mauro Huculak

How to use powercfg to control power settings on Windows 10 and 11
By Mauro Huculak last updated
On Windows 11, you can use the PowerCFG tool to control the power settings from Command Prompt, and in thig guide, I'll show you how.

How to mount hard drive as folder on Windows 10
By Mauro Huculak last updated
On Windows 11, you can mount a hard drive as a folder instead of using a drive letter. In this guide, I'll explain why and how to complete this configuration.

How to manage Start menu settings on Windows 11
By Mauro Huculak last updated
Although the Start menu on Windows 11 has limited functionalities, you can still configure various aspects of the experience through the Settings app, and in this guide, I'll show you how.

How to prepare your Windows 10 PC for the Windows 11 upgrade
By Mauro Huculak last updated
This is all you need to do before upgrading to Windows 11 from 10.

How to enable Edge's Scareware blocker and protect yourself from online scams
By Mauro Huculak published
Windows 11 Microsoft Edge now comes with a Scareware blocker, a new feature that will help to reduce the chances of falling for tech support scams online, and here's how to enable it.

How to scan files and folders for malware on Windows 11
By Mauro Huculak published
How-to On Windows 11, you can use the Microsoft Defender Antivirus to scan individual files and folders to make sure they are not infected, and I'll show you four methods.

3 ways to reset all the Group Policy settings on Windows 11
By Mauro Huculak published
How-to On Windows 11, it's possible to reset the Group Policy settings to their default state, and I'll explain how in three different ways.

How to always show scrollbars on Windows 11
By Mauro Huculak last updated
Are you tired of scrollbars always hiding automatically? If so, here are two quick ways to always have them visible on Windows 11.

How to set up Microsoft Edge Game Assist on Windows 11
By Mauro Huculak published
Windows Microsoft Edge Game Assist is a widget for the Game Bar to access tips, guides, and videos while in gameplay, and in this guide, I will explain the steps to install it and get started with it.

Change default save location for screenshots on Windows 11
By Mauro Huculak published
How-to On Windows 11, you can change the location to save screenshots to another folder or drive, and in this guide, I will explain how.

How to set the default web browser on Windows 11
By Mauro Huculak last updated
Windows On Windows 11, you can change the default browser to any application you want, and in this guide, I'll explain how to use the easiest steps.

How to move Start menu to left or center in Taskbar on Windows 11
By Mauro Huculak last updated
Windows On Windows 11, you can align the Start menu and other Taskbar items to the left side of the screen, and here's how.

How to change mouse speed on Windows 11
By Mauro Huculak last updated
Windows If you feel the need to change your mouse pointer speed, we'll show you three ways to complete this task on Windows 11.

How to get the most from Sticky Notes on Windows 11
By Mauro Huculak published
Windows Are you new to using Sticky Notes? Here's how to get started.

Office 2024 vs. Microsoft 365: Which should you buy?
By Mauro Huculak last updated
Versus The major difference between Office 2024 and Microsoft 365 is the upfront price and the benefits. Here’s all you need to know to decide which is the best for you.

How to disable transparency effects on Windows 11
By Mauro Huculak last updated
Yes, it's possible to disable the transparency effects on Windows 11, and in this guide, we'll show you three ways to do it.

How to configure personal info saved on Microsoft Edge
By Mauro Huculak published
How-to If your browser is suggesting inaccurate personal info, or you don't want to use this feature, here's how to control it.

How to find monitor information and features on Windows 11
By Mauro Huculak last updated
On Windows 11, you can quickly find the advanced display information through the Settings app, and in this guide, I'll show you how.

15 Essential PowerShell commands every Windows 11 user should know
By Mauro Huculak published
How-to Check out and learn the most essential 'cmdlets' you should know when using PowerShell on Windows 11.

How to shut your PC down at a specific time on Windows 11 and 10
By Mauro Huculak published
How-to Here are seven ways to turn off your computer automatically.

20 essential Command Prompt tips every Windows 11 user should know
By Mauro Huculak published
How-to These are the most basic commands you have to know on Windows 11.

How to set up Kiosk mode on Windows 11
By Mauro Huculak last updated
On Windows 11, Kiosk is a feature that allows you to set up a computer to run as a one-app device, and in this guide, I explain the steps to enable and configure the feature on your computer.

How to enable Taskbar auto-hide on Windows 11
By Mauro Huculak last updated
Yes, you can configure the Taskbar to auto-hide when it's not in focus, and in this guide, you will learn how to do it.
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