Rainmeter is open-source community-driven software that allows you to make modifications to make Windows 11 look cool.

I've been using Windows 11 every day since upgrading my desktop PC from Windows 10 in 2021. While I enjoy many of its features, such as the improved File Explorer and snap layouts for multitasking, ...

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The Start Menu in Windows 11 features a centered layout, which is a departure from the left-aligned design seen in previous versions. This new layout provides a sleek and centered look, making it ...

Do you use a Start menu alternative or another tool to customize Windows 11's interface? If so, you may be blocked from installing and running such programs when jumping to the upcoming Windows 11 ...

Jake Peterson is Lifehacker’s Tech Editor, and has been covering tech news and how-tos for nearly a decade. His team covers all things technology, including AI, smartphones, computers, game consoles, ...

The taskbar in Windows 11 is located at the bottom of the screen. It cannot be moved or resized. It has also long been a bone of contention among many users of the operating system, who remember the ...

Microsoft’s latest Windows 11 update brings important improvements designed to boost battery life and give users more control over power settings. The new Build 27686 version introduces performance ...

Gone are the Windows 7 days where everyone agreed that it was one of the best-designed operating systems. Now there's Windows 11, which has users torn.