Mauro Huculak
Mauro Huculak is technical writer for WindowsCentral.com. His primary focus is to write comprehensive how-tos to help users get the most out of Windows 10 and its many related technologies. He has an IT background with professional certifications from Microsoft, Cisco, and CompTIA, and he's a recognized member of the Microsoft MVP community.
Latest articles by Mauro Huculak
How to change DNS settings on your PC running Windows 10
By Mauro Huculak last updated
Networking The idea of setting up a DNS can seem daunting. But fear not. In this guide, I will show you three methods to change the DNS settings on Windows 10 for more reliable and private resolvers.
What is PC Manager and how to get started using it on Windows 11
By Mauro Huculak published
Booster Microsoft has a new PC Manager app to improve system performance, and here's how to use it.
How to batch install multiple apps on Windows 11
By Mauro Huculak published
Quick installs On Windows 11, you can use winget, Dev Home, and other graphical tools to batch install multiple apps on your computer, and in this guide, I'll show you how.
How to remap Copilot to any key on Windows 11
By Mauro Huculak published
Customization On Windows 11, you can use the Keyboard Manager tool from PowerToys to remap the Copilot shortcut to any key, and in this guide, I'll show you how.
How to set up any printer on Windows 11
By Mauro Huculak last updated
Setup On Windows 11, you can set up a wired or Wi-Fi printer, and in this guide, I'll show you how, whether it's a new and modern or old printer.
How to make notifications less annoying on Windows 11
By Mauro Huculak last updated
Customization Are Windows 11 notifications getting too annoying? Here's how to disable them.
What's Do Not Track, and how do you enable it on your Windows 11 web browser?
By Mauro Huculak published
Better privacy On Edge, Chrome, and Firefox, you can turn on the "Do Not Track" (DNT) feature to signal websites you want to be tracked, and in this guide, I'll show you how.
How to screen record on Windows 11 or 10
By Mauro Huculak last updated
Rec... On Windows 11 (or 10), you have several tools to record the screen, including Snipping Tool, Clipchamp, and the Xbox Game Bar app, and here's how to use them.
How to access Copilot from any computer in the world on Windows 11
By Mauro Huculak published
Copilot On Windows 11, if you can access Copilot, you can bypass the restrictions with a couple of methods, and here I'll show you how.
What's Dev Home on Windows 11, and how to get started using it?
By Mauro Huculak last updated
Beginners The Dev Home app allows developers to quickly set up devices for development, and in this guide, you will learn how.
14 features you should disable on Windows 11
By Mauro Huculak published
For beginners On Windows 11, you should disable these 14 features, including Copilot, Start notifications, search highlights, app badges, and more. In this guide, I'll show you how.
How to change virtual memory size on Windows 10
By Mauro Huculak last updated
Not real memory config On Windows 10, you can change the size of virtual memory to improve system stability and performance, and in this guide, I'll show you how.
Windows 11 build 26052: Everything you need to know
By Mauro Huculak published
Deep dive Here's the roundup highlighting the official changes included in the last preview of Windows 11.
8 ways to take a screenshot on Windows 10
By Mauro Huculak last updated
Screenshot... Windows 10 offers many ways to take screenshots without the need for third-party tools, and in this guide, I'll show you how—even using Copilot.
How to customize Widgets feed to see news you'll actually enjoy on Windows 11
By Mauro Huculak published
Get the right news On Windows 11, you can customize the Widgets feed to show only stories you like, and in this guide, I'll show you how.
How to set up two-factor authentication (2FA) on a Microsoft account
By Mauro Huculak last updated
Security If you use a Microsoft account, you should enable two-step verification to add an extra layer of security, and here's how.
Windows 11 build 26040 (and earlier): Everything you need to know
By Mauro Huculak published
So far in 2024 Check out the new features and changes that Microsoft has been working on in 2024 for Windows 11.
How to create AI themes for Chrome on Windows 11
By Mauro Huculak published
AI customization Chrome now allows you to use AI to create themes to change the appearance of the browser quickly, and in this guide, I'll show you how to complete this task on Windows 11.
How to get started with Side Panel on Google Chrome
By Mauro Huculak published
Interesting features Chrome's Side Panel lets you quickly change settings and access various features, including reading mode, history, reading list, search, bookmarks, and more. Here's how to get started.
3 Google Chrome settings you must change on Windows 11
By Mauro Huculak published
Tweaks If you use Chrome, you should consider changing these settings to make your browser experience better.
How to disable visual effects to speed up Windows 11
By Mauro Huculak last updated
Simplicity On Windows 11, you can use these steps to disable visual effects to improve performance and make the computer feel faster and more responsive, and here's how.
How to get started with Copilot plugins on Windows 11
By Mauro Huculak published
More features Copilot free and Pro have access to plugins that can help extend the capabilities of the AI, and in this guide, I will show you how to get started with this feature.
Best tips to increase your computer performance on Windows 11
By Mauro Huculak published
Need for speed... If your computer is getting sluggish, use these tips on Windows 11 to restore performance.
How to determine if your Windows 11 (or 10) license type is OEM, Retail, or Volume
By Mauro Huculak last updated
License These are the steps to quickly check whether your desktop PC, laptop, or tablet is running an OEM, Retail, or Volume license of Windows 10 with Command Prompt.
How to reactivate Windows 10 after a hardware change
By Mauro Huculak last updated
Get activated On Windows 10, you can reactivate your computer after a significant hardware change, such as after replacing a motherboard, hard drive, or processor, and in this guide, I will show you how.