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6 settings I turn off on every new Windows computer for a smoother, more efficient experience

Microsoft's default settings for Windows are designed to be helpful to the average person, but that's exactly what makes the defaults so unusable for most people. Because not one of us is average, and ...

After setting up Windows 11, these 9 steps are non-negotiable for me

Microsoft's default settings for Windows 11 are filled with tiny annoyances, including unnecessary taskbar icons and unwanted apps. Here's how to declutter your PC and maximize its security.
Computerworld

10 bad default settings you need to change in Windows

Windows doesn’t always “just work" — but with a little touch of tinkering, you can fix most of its unfortunate choices. A modern Windows PC works without much tweaking — mostly. But some settings out ...
The New York Times

Change These Default Settings and Be Happier With Your Tech

Simple steps can make your smartphone, computer and TV work better for you. By Brian X. Chen Many default settings buried deep inside our technology make us share superfluous amounts of data with tech ...
CNET

7 Default Settings You Should Probably Change in Windows 11

Adam Benjamin has helped people navigate complex problems for the past decade. The former digital services editor for Reviews.com, Adam now leads CNET's services and software team and contributes to ...
CSOonline

Microsoft changes default settings to improve network security

Here's what IT and security admins for Microsoft networks need to know about recent changes to Office and Windows. Microsoft changes default settings for a variety of reasons, but some recent key ...