Microsoft's PC Manager promises to optimize your machine's performance at no cost. I tried it out to see if it's good enough to replace third-party tools.

At some point, every computer user experiences the frustration of a sluggish system. Programs take too long to load, basic tasks drag on, and even opening a file or web browser feels like a chore.

Windows PCs come with a Performance Mode that changes how your computer manages power, but its real-world impact isn't always all that obvious in daily use.

Don't you hate it when you're in a hurry and you have to wait ages for Windows to start up? Or maybe you have to print a file quickly, you open it, and nothing happens? Your old computer's storage is ...

If your Windows PC has become slow, Microsoft suggests several simple fixes to improve performance. From installing updates and running malware scans to clearing storage, here are seven simple steps ...

GameSpot may get a commission from retail offers. Dune: Awakening has finally launched, and even after a lengthy development cycle and a variety of alphas and betas, the PC performance isn't where ...