You can spend money on third-party PC optimization tools to improve performance, but Microsoft PC Manager claims to deliver ...

If you've been using PCs for a decade or more, you might be familiar with performance-boosting programs like CCleaner that claim to clean, optimize, and maintain your PC. While some of the functions ...

There's no shortage of one-click 'game optimization' tools that promise miraculous frame rates and lag-free gameplay today. The catch is, most of them work about as well as blowing air on your GPU for ...

Building or upgrading a gaming PC can feel overwhelming, especially with new hardware releases every year. But smart, strategic upgrades can dramatically boost performance without breaking the bank.

No one who assembles a PC or sets up a new computer can avoid the BIOS or UEFI. That’s where you define the basics, from the boot sequence and memory profiles to security features like Secure Boot.

Microsoft PC Manager replaces multiple Windows tools with one free, official console. It boosts performance, cleans storage, manages apps, handles security, and offers handy utilities, all without ...

The Core Ultra Core processors have been designed to offer massive processing power, which is just what gaming and creativity need. The Boost Profile enables users to dramatically improve the ...

PCWorld outlines nine essential PC upgrades to prepare systems for 2026, focusing on components like CPUs, GPUs, RAM, SSDs, and cooling solutions. Key recommendations include 32GB RAM for gamers, GPUs ...

Experts reveal six common PC habits — from BIOS neglect to background apps — that quietly reduce system performance over time.