No part of Windows evokes such strong feelings as the Start menu. As soon as Microsoft makes any changes, it leads to an outcry of protest. The Start menu is what you see when you click the Windows ...

Introduction"The Windows 11 Start menu feels hard to use..." "The screen is cluttered and blocked by recommended apps I don't ...

Q. Your April article (“Optimize Windows 11 With These 8 Settings Tweaks“) had good tips for adjusting the Start menu and taskbar, but I’d like to do more. How can I go deeper into customization? A.

With every iteration of Windows comes a new set of icons that changes the overall look and feel of the OS. It can seem small, but these icons can be something you remember fondly, so if you grow up ...

Microsoft is testing Windows 11 taskbar and Start menu updates, including movable taskbar positions, cleaner Start controls, and compact layout options. Generated with Google’s Nano Banana 2.

Microsoft has started rolling out the Windows 11 2026 Update, also known as version 26H2, bringing changes aimed at improving everyday navigation, productivity, ...

João has been covering the tech world for over 7 years, with a heavy focus on laptops and the Windows ecosystem. I also love all things tech and videogames, especially Nintendo, which he's always ...