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Miss the old context menu on Windows 11? Here's how to change it back

Windows 11 brought with it a lot of big changes in an attempt to modernize Windows. One of them was a new context menu that uses a more modern look and drops support for a lot of older options and ...
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I tried out ExplorerPatcher, the best way to make Windows 11 feel like Windows 10

ExplorerPatcher is a free app to customize Windows 11 like Windows 10, offering many customization options. The app is ...
Techno-Science.net

4 Best Windows 11 Start Menu Replacement Apps and How to Use Them

This guide covers four top Windows 11 Start menu replacement apps: Start11, StartAllBack, Open Shell Menu, and Flow Launcher. These apps offer a range of customization options, from classic layouts to ...
Lifehacker

10 Easy Ways to Improve (or Replace) Windows 11's Start Menu

Every major Windows update since Windows 8 has come with a redesign of the Start menu, and Windows 11 is no exception. This time, though, Microsoft took a radical approach: The taskbar is centered, ...
ZDNet

Microsoft's revamped Windows 11 Start menu is rolling out - but I'll stick with my favorite alternative

The new Windows 11 Start menu is now rolling out to all users. The menu brings a more flexible layout to the Apps section. Don't like it? You can still turn to a Start menu replacement. The Windows 11 ...
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5 Essential Windows 11 Settings You Should Change Immediately

In October 2025, Microsoft officially ended support for Windows 10. This means your computer will stop receiving software updates, security fixes, and even technical support moving forward. To make ...