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I ditched Todoist for an open-source notes app to own my data forever

Task managers love subscriptions. I wanted ownership instead.

Windows 11 quietly gets a new security feature to protect system files in KB50741050 0

There is a new security feature in Windows 11 to protect system files, which was quietly rolled out in the latest update.
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Stop Using Windows 11 Like a Beginner: 31 Hidden Tricks Microsoft Never Taught You

Windows 11 is more advanced than you might think. We show you how to take advantage of AI‑powered Copilot tricks, ...

Stop destroying your SSD: 6 must-do Windows 11 tweaks

One simple trick to extend SSD lifespan is to enable the Trim command for your SSD. This tells the drive which data blocks ...

7 apps I use to lock down, encrypt, and store my private files - and most are free

VeraCrypt is a free, open-source disk encryption software that is available for Linux, MacOS, and Windows. With VeraCrypt, you create a virtual encrypted disk on your internal drive that can then be ...

How to replace Notepad with Microsoft Edit on Windows 11

Notepad on Windows 11 is no longer the lightweight utility it once was. Learn how to replace Notepad with Microsoft Edit on Windows 11.

18 essential Windows 11 tweaks that make a huge difference

Change these 18 Windows 11 settings to boost privacy, cut distractions, and improve performance—step-by-step paths for each toggle.

Hate your Windows 11 UI? Try a MacOS or Linux-like shell: My 3 picks

Hate your Windows 11 UI? Try a MacOS or Linux-like shell: My 3 picks ...