Every time you boot Windows, a whole lot of programs load automatically. Some of them you need, while some of them are pointless. Here's how to trim the fat.

Windows 7 comes with the ability to automatically run programs every time you boot your computer. Although some programs auto-run by default, you can make any program load automatically when you ...

In this article and accompanying gallery, I list 10 Windows programs I use every day. Every one adds a feature that makes Windows easier to use or can help make you more productive. Most are free ...

If a program does not run in Windows 11/10 open the Windows Program Compatibility Troubleshooter or Wizard or Assistant to troubleshoot and fix issues.

With just a handful of keystrokes you can shut down all active apps on your system via Task Manager's Programs tab. Plus: power off your PC by pressing three keys.

Recover missing programs: Windows 7 lacks the bundled-with-Vista applications Windows Mail, Movie Maker, and Photo Gallery. Microsoft offers newer and supposedly better versions of these programs ...