Ditch your streaming devices—use a Mini PC instead. Remotes, keyboards, or controllers make it easy to navigate and enjoy all your favorite media.

Microsoft PC Manager is a free Windows utility that combines existing system‑maintenance tools into a simplified dashboard.

While it's not as necessary on newer hardware, old and less capable desktops or laptops could get a helpful boost from any USB storage drives lying around.

Once I’ve unpacked a new Windows PC, the anticipation wears off and reality sinks in. It’s time to get everything set up and ...