
Mauro Huculak
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

How to sign out other users on Windows 10
By Mauro Huculak last updated
On Windows 10, you can use the Task Manager or Command Prompt to logoff other users without signing out of your account, and in this guide, I'll explain how to complete this process.

How to change power modes for performance or battery on Windows 11
By Mauro Huculak last updated
On Windows 11, you can adjust the power settings to optimize the device for performance or battery life, and in this guide, I will explain how to complete this configuration.

How to change keyboard layout on Windows 11
By Mauro Huculak last updated
On Windows 11, you can add, change, and remove keyboard layouts at any time from the Settings app, and in this guide, I will show you the entire process.

How to set up a guest account to safely share a Windows 11 PC
By Mauro Huculak last updated
You can still create a restricted guest account to share the device with other people, and in this guide, I'll show you how on Windows 11.

How to compare two files with Command Prompt on Windows 11 and 10
By Mauro Huculak last updated
Do you need to compare two files to see how they're different? On Windows 11 (and 10), you can use the FC command without needing third-party tools, and in this guide, I'll explain how.

Black Friday laptop tips: Check for these specs on a Copilot+ PC
By Mauro Huculak published
AI PC tips If you're in the market for a Copilot+ AI PC, be aware of promotions that could be deceiving. Here's what you have to look for.

19 Task Manager tips to get the most out of your Windows 11 PC
By Mauro Huculak published
Task Manager If I had known these tips before, I would probably have been more productive using the Task Manager.

How to determine if your PC's CPU supports Windows 11
By Mauro Huculak last updated
Windows 11 doesn't officially support every available CPU. Here's how you can check if yours is supported.

How to enable the Trusted Platform Module (TPM) on your computer
By Mauro Huculak last updated
If your computer has compatible hardware, you can enable the Trusted Platform Module (TPM) using the Windows 10 settings or the PC's boot sequence, and in this guide, I'll show you how.

How to upgrade a compatible PC to Windows 11 from Windows 10
By Mauro Huculak last updated
Are you still using Windows 10? Here's how to upgrade to Windows 11 for free.

How to get started managing the firewall on Windows 11
By Mauro Huculak published
Firewall If you're new to the default firewall on Windows 11, here are all the basics you need to know.

How to disable File Explorer thumbnails on Windows 11
By Mauro Huculak published
Yes, you can disable thumbnail previews if they're causing problems, or you don't want to use them, and here's how on Windows 11.

How to span storage to multiple drives on Windows 11
By Mauro Huculak published
You can combine multiple drives to create a single volume to store data in one place, and here's how you can set this up on Windows 11.

How to manage system sounds on Windows 11
By Mauro Huculak last updated
On Windows 11, you can manage the system sounds for a more personalized experience, and in this guide, I will show you how.

How to change Recycle Bin settings on Windows 11
By Mauro Huculak last updated
On Windows 11, you can use these steps to change the Recycle Bin settings to minimize accidental deletions and have more space to store deleted files on your computer.

How to manage storage devices on Windows 11
By Mauro Huculak last updated
On Windows 11, through GUI experience, you can manage storage devices with the Disks & volume settings or using the legacy Disk Management console, and in this guide, I will explain how.

How to use the Microsoft Paint app to perform advanced image editing with minimal effort
By Mauro Huculak published
Paint These five features in the Paint app will make you want to ditch other advanced image editing tools for these specific tasks.

How to check basic memory info on Windows 11
By Mauro Huculak last updated
In this guide, I outline the steps to use the Settings app and Task Manager to learn basic information about the memory installed on your Windows 11 computer.

How to launch apps automatically during startup on Windows 11
By Mauro Huculak last updated
Windows 11 offers multiple ways to launch apps automatically on startup, and in this guide, we'll show you how.

How to install Windows 11 when the main hard drive doesn't have enough free space
By Mauro Huculak last updated
In this guide, I will explain the steps you must follow to successfully install Windows 11 on a computer with insufficient storage space by using an external drive for temporary storage.

When these 9 problems happen, I know it's time to reinstall Windows 11
By Mauro Huculak published
Reinstall Windows Sometimes, it's better to reinstall the operating system rather than deal with the problem, and here's how.

How to use a laptop as a second monitor on Windows 11
By Mauro Huculak published
Laptop screen If you don't have a second monitor on your desktop computer, you can use your laptop's screen, and in this guide, I will explain how to complete this configuration on Windows 11.

How to master Snap Assist on Windows 11
By Mauro Huculak last updated
Windows 11 Snap Assist helps you organize apps on your screen, and here's how.
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