PCs, for a long time, had a bloatware problem. The major PC manufacturers—Dell, Asus, Acer, and the like—had a bad habit of including "free trials" of software like Norton AntiVirus on new devices.

On the rare occasions when the weather is truly perfect, you probably enjoy opening your windows to let in some fresh air. On every other day, when they’re closed, you have no choice but to stare at ...

When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. Credit: Tom Howley Now that the sun has finally returned, I am noticing all the streaks, smears, ...

Nothing makes your home look cleaner and brighter than sparkling windows. But if you’re like us and constantly battling streaks when washing your windows, what seems like a quick spray-and-wipe task ...

A dish soap solution makes a powerful DIY window cleaner that cuts through grime without leaving streaks. Avoid cleaning windows in direct sunlight and be sure to use clean tools to avoid streaks.

Autumn can prove quite challenging when it comes to maintaining spotless windows, as they often become covered in stubborn residue. The blustery conditions typical of this season whip up pollen, dust ...

Clean hard-to-reach outside windows with extension poles, magnetic cleaners, or garden hoses. Always work from the top down using steady horizontal motions to prevent streaks. Regular cleaning and ...

Even for people who are fastidiously clean, electronics-obsessed or just plain old germaphobic, keeping a laptop screen clean can feel like an insurmountable and never-ending chore. Laptop screens get ...

Above and beyond the benefits of a fresh do-over, clean installing Windows 11 improves security, exposes new features, and more. With the Windows 10 end of support date arriving on October 14, ...