Microsoft's PC Manager promises to optimize your machine's performance at no cost. I tried it out to see if it's good enough to replace third-party tools.

Not running compatibility checks across all components is one of the more common PC building mistakes one can make, which can lead to a frustrating experience with returns and further delays for the ...

How do you benchmark your PC? In this guide, we show you how to measure your gaming frame rates and gauge your PC performance in apps. Knowing how to run a PC benchmark test will enable you to see ...

Unless you’re a die-hard tinkerer, PC maintenance probably feels as much of a chore as servicing your car. Fortunately, maintaining your computer is a lot easier than that — and you don’t get dirty to ...

Windows 11's new internet speed test has left people longing for Windows 8 — that's how badly Microsoft has dropped the ball here.

If your Dell PC is stuck on the pre-boot system performance check, read this post to learn how to fix the issue. The pre-boot system performance check is a feature of Dell SupportAssist, integrated ...

Although Microsoft announced the built-in speed test function on Tuesday, the company says it's releasing the feature as part of a “gradual rollout” for Windows 11 Insiders, “so features reach devices ...

In brief: In surprising news, Windows 11 is getting a new feature that isn't powered by generative AI. Microsoft is reportedly working on an internet speed test that can be accessed from the Taskbar's ...