How-To Geek on MSN

I replaced my Windows workflow with Linux Mint and it was easier than I imagined

Mint is the distro everyone recommends to Windows users. I daily-drove it for 2 weeks to see what’s great, what’s not, and ...
CNET

Windows 11 Gets a Lot Better When You Fix the 8 Most Annoying Features

When you open up Edge on Windows 11, you'll see a vast array of tiles showing news headlines and sponsored ads. For the most ...

Windows 11 26H1 gets fixes for Start menu, File Explorer, and more in build 28020.13710 0

The first Canary update for Windows 11 version 26H1 in 2026 is here with a bunch of fixes for the Start menu, File Explorer, ...
PCMag

Windows 11 Home vs. Pro: What You Gain From Upgrading (and What You Don't)

To upgrade an existing Windows 10 PC that meets the hardware requirements for Windows 11, it doesn't cost anything. That's ...
Morning Overview on MSN

5 Windows apps that can make an old PC feel new

Even a decade-old Windows PC can feel surprisingly fresh with the right software, especially if you focus on tools that ...
Mint

Microsoft responds to AI backlash: Windows 11 will ask before file access

I have immersed myself in the tech world for over five years, focusing my efforts on providing readers with in-depth reviews of gadgets. Exploring the ins and outs of the latest tech has been quite a ...
Bleeping Computer

Windows 11 KB5070311 update fixes File Explorer freezes, search issues

Microsoft has released the KB5070311 preview cumulative update for Windows 11 systems, which includes 49 changes, including fixes for File Explorer freezes and search issues. KB5070311 is an optional ...
TweakTown

Microsoft's plan to speed up File Explorer in Windows 11 backfires: double the RAM, still slow

TL;DR: Windows 11's File Explorer remains slower than Windows 10 despite a fix that preloads the app at startup, doubling its RAM usage without significantly improving speed. The slower performance ...
Digital Trends

Windows 11’s “fast” File Explorer is slower than ever and hogs more RAM

Why this is important: File Explorer isn’t a niche app; it’s the core of how you browse files, move folders, open documents, manage downloads, and more. If it doesn’t feel snappy, everything else on ...
GitHub

explorermax-windows-file-manager

This repository offers a comprehensive collection of official ExplorerMax resources, including detailed guides, tutorials, and reference materials for Windows PCs. It supports users in maximizing ...
TechSpot

Microsoft finally admits File Explorer is slow, now it's testing a preload fix

Windows XXX: First introduced as "Windows Explorer" back in the Windows 95 era, File Explorer has been an integral part of the PC operating system for decades. File Explorer now serves double duty as ...
The Verge

Microsoft is speeding up and decluttering File Explorer in Windows 11

Preloading will help File Explorer launch more quickly on less powerful hardware. Preloading will help File Explorer launch more quickly on less powerful hardware. is a senior editor and author of ...