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Windows 11 doesn’t require a product key to install and use
Yes, you read that correctly: you can install Windows 11 without a key and use it without ever activating it. Microsoft no longer forces you to provide a license during its setup, which means you can install Windows 11 without a product key and still access most of its features. However, what does this actually mean for you, and what…
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How to Install the Adreno Control Panel on Snapdragon X Elite PCs
Windows 11 Copilot+ PCs, powered by Qualcomm’s Arm-based Snapdragon X Elite chipset, were released last year. Qualcomm promised that a dedicated Adreno Control Panel is coming, similar to Nvidia’s Control Panel and AMD’s Adrenalin to manage GPU settings. Now in 2025, Qualcomm has finally released a beta version (2025.1.0.1) of Adreno Control Panel for Snapdragon X Elite PCs. The new…
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How to install (new) Microsoft Edit command-line text editor on Windows 11
Microsoft Edit is a tiny CLI text editor that offers basic functionalities on Command Prompt and PowerShell. It’s open-source, so anyone can download from GitHub, modify, and improve it. You can install Edit by running this winget install --id Microsoft.Edit command. Windows 11 has a new “Edit” text editor that you can use in Command Prompt, and in this guide,…
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How to install Windows 11 on unsupported hardware
Windows 11 has stricter hardware requirements than any previous version of the operating system. Features like TPM 2.0, Secure Boot, a supported CPU, and at least 4 GB of RAM are officially mandatory. That means many older PCs are locked out, at least on paper. But if you’re determined to run Windows 11 on unsupported hardware, there are safe and…
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Windows 10 KB5058379 update triggering BitLocker Recovery after install
The Windows 10 KB5058379 cumulative update is triggering unexpected BitLocker recovery prompts on some devices afters it’s installed and the computer restarted. On May 13, Microsoft released the Windows 10 KB5058379 cumulative update as part of their May 2025 Patch Tuesday updates. This is a mandatory update as it contains security updates for vulnerabilities fixed by Microsoft, which included five actively exploited…
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How to install Windows 11 without bloatware on unsupported hardware
If you’re still using Windows 10 on a computer that isn’t compatible with Windows 11, it’s possible to install the newer version of the operating system using an answer file that performs the clean installation process, bypassing the hardware requirements. Furthermore, this process bypasses the Internet and Microsoft account requirements, and you can perform an even more debloated installation. I…
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How to clean install Windows 11 from ISO without USB
Performing a clean installation of Windows 11 typically involves creating a bootable USB drive. However, there are scenarios where using external media isn’t an option, perhaps due to hardware limitations, lack of access to a USB flash drive, or personal preference. In this situation, you can install Windows 11 by mounting the ISO file to File Explorer and launching the…
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GTA 5 Download: File Size, System Requirements and How to Install
Despite being over a decade old, Grand Theft Auto 5 continues to reside in every gamer’s heart. And even though GTA 6 is almost here with a promise to shake everything up, we can’t help but look back at this greatness. While many gamers discover this gem every day, they’re also daunted by one question: How many gigabytes is GTA…
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6 Free Windows Apps I Install on Every New Computer
Windows computers come with pre-installed manufacturer bloatware and built-in apps I rarely use, while missing some tools I rely on heavily. Without the right apps, my device feels incomplete and unfamiliar. So, whenever I get a new Windows machine, here are a few apps I install right away. 5 IObit Uninstaller One of the first things I do on a…
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How to clean install Windows 11 from USB
A clean installation of Windows 11 using a USB flash drive offers several key advantages over an in-place upgrade or system reset. This process involves wiping the hard drive and installing a fresh copy of the operating system, which helps ensure optimal performance, stability, and a clean slate free of existing issues. While Microsoft officially recommends performing an in-place upgrade…
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