Dennis O'Reilly began writing about workplace technology as an editor for Ziff-Davis' Computer Select, back when CDs were new-fangled, and IBM's PC XT was wowing the crowds at Comdex. He spent more ...

The system tray can easily become a dumping ground for apps that insist on living there. If your taskbar feels cluttered, or ...

I still remember the golden era of Windows customization, somewhere between the glassy peaks of Windows 7 and the utilitarian ...

The Dock on the Mac desktop offers a convenient way to access apps and features that you frequently use. A similar capability is offered in Windows OS by the Taskbar. Although you cannot customize the ...

Windows 11 offers a wealth of customization options that can significantly enhance your user experience and productivity. By taking advantage of these features, you can create a personalized workspace ...

For most of us, occasionally switching up the desktop wallpaper is about as adventurous as we get when it comes to customizing the appearance of Windows. But there are in fact a multitude of ways to ...

Q: I am having a problem with my desktop computer running Windows 7. The taskbar is double wide. It now takes up too much of my screen. A: The taskbar is the location on the desktop display from which ...

The Start Menu and Taskbar are probably two of the most recognizable features of Windows. But with the launch of Windows 11, Microsoft has given major overhauls to each. Prefer the way they used to ...

With Windows 11, Microsoft has added some subtle improvements and new features to enhance the user experience. One of these new features is the addition of support for widgets. Users can access the ...

Unlike macOS and other desktop platforms, Windows 10 lets you redesign the desktop with third-party tools that offer a wide range of customizations. From simply changing the accent color to installing ...

With Microsoft getting ready to unveil the new Windows 11 operating system, we take a look at some of the new Registry hacks that can be used to customize your device. A preview build of Windows 11 ...