Mauro Huculak
Mauro Huculak has been a Windows How-To Expert contributor for WindowsCentral.com for nearly a decade and has over 15 years of experience writing comprehensive guides. He also has an IT background and has achieved different professional certifications from Microsoft (MSCA), Cisco (CCNP), VMware (VCP), and CompTIA (A+ and Network+). He has been recognized as a Microsoft MVP for many years. When Mauro isn't attached to his work computer, he likes cycling, hiking, and enjoying good food.
Latest articles by Mauro Huculak
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.
How to get started using Sound Recorder app on Windows 11
By Mauro Huculak published
1, 2, 3, testing... On Windows 11, you can use the Sound Recorder to record audio from the microphone on your webcam or the one connected to your device, and in this guide, you will learn how.
How to upgrade your PC running Windows 11 Home to Windows 11 Pro
By Mauro Huculak published
Go Pro... If you have a computer running Windows 11 Home, you can upgrade the setup to Pro through the Microsoft Store or by entering an existing product key, and in this guide, I will show you how.
How to determine activation status on Windows 11
By Mauro Huculak published
Active or Not active On Windows 11, you can check the activation status in three ways through the Settings app, Command Prompt (or PowerShell), and the Run command, and in this guide, I will teach you how.
How to get started setting up Windows 11 Dynamic Lighting
By Mauro Huculak published
Unified Yes, you can now control your RGB devices from within the Windows 11 settings, and here's how.
How to find out the SSD health on Windows 11
By Mauro Huculak published
Health checker Do you want to check the health of your PC's SSD? Here's how on Windows 11.
How to enable or disable Airplane mode on Windows 11
By Mauro Huculak last updated
Switch on & off Windows 11 includes multiple ways to enable or disable Airplane mode on your computer, and in this guide, I will show you how through Quick Settings, network settings, and Command Prompt.
How to backup your PC automatically on Windows 11 and 10
By Mauro Huculak last updated
Set it and forget it. Windows has an automated tool to back up your computer and files, and here's how to use it.
How to enable or disable Airplane mode on Windows 10
By Mauro Huculak last updated
Stop connectivity On Windows 10, you can manage the states of Airplane mode using the desktop options, the Settings app, the Lock screen, and even Command Prompt, and in this guide, I’ll show you how.
How to use Startup Repair to fix boot problems with Windows 10
By Mauro Huculak last updated
Fix it! On Windows 10, if the computer isn’t booting correctly, you can use the Startup Repair feature to resolve most issues, and in this guide, I’ll show you how.
How to change account password on Windows 11
By Mauro Huculak published
Security On Windows 11, you can change your account password and PIN from the Settings app and Sign-in screen, and in this guide, I'll teach you the steps to complete this task.
12 things Microsoft Copilot can do on Windows 11 that you REALLY should know about
By Mauro Huculak published
Skills Copilot can do much more than answer questions on different topics, and in this guide, I'll show you features to get the most out of the chatbot AI.
Best ways to take a screenshot on Windows 11
By Mauro Huculak published
Beginners On Windows 11, you have different ways to take screenshots, and in this guide, I'll show you the best methods with and without third-party apps.
The best alternatives to default Windows 11 apps
By Mauro Huculak published
Alternative In this guide, I'll share the apps you can use to replace existing experiences on Windows 11, including Photos, Sound Recorder, File Explorer, Media Player, Snipping Tool, Microsoft Edge, and more.
How to create and run a PowerShell script file on Windows 11 or 10
By Mauro Huculak last updated
Scripts On Windows 10 (or 11), you can use these to create and successfully run your first PowerShell script file.
How to open HEIC and HEVC files on Windows 10
By Mauro Huculak last updated
Codec On Windows 10, you must install the HEIC and HECV codecs to view HEIF images and H.265 video, and in this guide, I'll show you how.
How to batch rename multiple files on Windows 10
By Mauro Huculak last updated
In this guide, I'll outline how to rename one or many files in bulk using File Explorer, PowerShell, Command Prompt, and PowerToys on Windows 10.
How to enable Core isolation's Memory integrity feature on Windows 11
By Mauro Huculak last updated
Security In this guide, I'll show you the steps to manage the Core isolation's Memory integrity feature on Windows 11.
How to use DiskPart to clean and format drive not working on Windows 10
By Mauro Huculak last updated
Drive fixer On Windows 10, you can use the DiskPart commands to clean and properly format a hard drive to fix data corruption and other issues to make the storage usable again.
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