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There are two native ways to perform an Internet speed test from the Taskbar in Windows 11: Perform an Internet speed test using the Taskbar system tray Test Internet speed using Quick Settings. Let’s ...

Every now and then, Microsoft decides to add something genuinely useful to Windows, and most of the time, those features fly under the radar. I remember the company quietly added Sudo to Windows, and ...

Debloat tools claim to make Windows 11 more efficient by removing unnecessary processes and freeing up RAM. In practice, that's not the case. I've been writing about technology for more than 15 years ...

Microsoft is testing a built-in network speed test in Windows 11’s taskbar, alongside Sysmon integration and other feature updates in preview builds. Microsoft is testing a new network speed test ...

Windows Sandbox is a built-in Windows 10 and 11 feature that lets you safely install and test unknown apps in a fully isolated, disposable environment. It runs a lightweight copy of Windows, deletes ...

Windows 11's new "internet speed test" tool sounds handy… until you click it. Turns out it's basically just a glorified shortcut that launches Bing in your browser. A couple of days ago, Microsoft ...

In this tutorial, we will show you how to test Microphone Audio Processing Modes in Windows 11 PC. This new feature of Windows 11 lets you select a test mode (Default and Communications) for ...

Stop risking your PC. Use Windows 11's built-in virtualization tools to test virtually anything safely in a fully isolated environment. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an ...

PCWorld reports that Microsoft’s PowerToys team is testing a new ‘Command Palette Dock’ for Windows 11 power users seeking enhanced productivity. This customizable dock allows users to organize ...

PCWorld reports on Microsoft’s major overhaul of the Windows Insider Program, introducing new Feature Flags settings and streamlined testing channels for Windows 11. The changes include simplified ...

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 ...