Mauro Huculak
Mauro Huculak is technical writer for WindowsCentral.com. His primary focus is to write comprehensive how-tos to help users get the most out of Windows 10 and its many related technologies. He has an IT background with professional certifications from Microsoft, Cisco, and CompTIA, and he's a recognized member of the Microsoft MVP community.
Latest articles by Mauro Huculak
How to control Wi-Fi networks from Command Prompt on Windows 11
By Mauro Huculak published
netsh On Windows 11, you can use the netsh (Network Shell) tool to view and manage your Wi-Fi settings, and in this guide, you will learn how.
How to connect to Wi-Fi network on Windows 11
By Mauro Huculak last updated
Beginners On Windows 11, you can connect your laptop to a Wi-Fi network using Taskbar, Settings, and even Command Prompt, and here's how.
Windows 11 build 23481 (and earlier): Everything you need to know
By Mauro Huculak published
Deep dive Windows 11 build 23481 and earlier releases roll out a redesigned version of File Explorer, changes to the Taskbar, Windows Ink improvements, the ability to control RGB lighting, and much more.
How to determine an app Process ID on Windows 11
By Mauro Huculak published
Processes On Windows 11, you can determine the Process ID of an app or service using Task Manager, Resource Monitor, Command Prompt, and PowerShell, and in this guide, I'll show you how.
Comparing Google Nearby Share, Phone Link, Intel Unison, HP QuickDrop, and Edge Drop
By Mauro Huculak published
Versus Comparing Google Nearby Share, Phone Link, Intel Unison, HP QuickDrop, and Edge Drop, I'll tell you which one to use for sharing between your PC and phone.
How to install device drivers manually on Windows 11
By Mauro Huculak published
Drivers On Windows 11, you can use these instructions to install missing drivers through Windows Update and the steps to install them manually.
How to prevent drivers from installing automatically on Windows 11
By Mauro Huculak published
Control On Windows 11, you can disable automatic driver updates through the Settings app, or you can configure a Windows Update policy.
How to fix stuck downloading apps in Microsoft Store on Windows 11
By Mauro Huculak published
Store fix On Windows 11, you can fix the Microsoft Store problems downloading apps in at least five ways, and in this guide, I'll show you how.
How to remove malware using Microsoft Safety Scanner on Windows 10
By Mauro Huculak last updated
Scanner On Windows 10, you can use the Microsoft Safety Scanner to remove viruses, spyware, and other types of malware when your antivirus isn't working correctly.
How to force quit processes consuming resources with Task Manager on Windows 11
By Mauro Huculak published
Resources control On Windows 11, if an app stops responding, or the computer seems slow, these instructions will teach how to use the Task Manager to kill the process causing a lot of the system resources.
How to download Windows 11 onto a USB flash drive
By Mauro Huculak last updated
Boot media Here are two ways to create a USB flash media to install Windows 11 on computers using UEFI with TPM 2.0 and Secure Boot enabled with the Media Creation Tool and Rufus.
How to fix display flickering on Windows 11
By Mauro Huculak published
The fix On Windows 11, if you're experiencing screen flickering, it's either an incompatible app or an issue with the display driver, which you can fix with these instructions.
How to add or remove seconds from the clock on Windows 11
By Mauro Huculak published
Tick tick tick On Windows 11, it's now possible to show seconds in the system clock, and in this guide, I'll show you the steps to enable or disable the feature.
How to change default apps for files on Windows 11
By Mauro Huculak published
Default On Windows 11, you can set any app as the default for a specific file type or link, and in this guide, you will learn how including the steps to reset the settings to the original configuration.
Top 7 features to check out on Windows 11 May 2023 update (Moment 3)
By Mauro Huculak published
Another drop The Windows 11 Moment 3 update is rolling out now, and these are the top new features you should be checking out after the installation.
How to check .NET Framework version on Windows 10 and 11
By Mauro Huculak last updated
DotNet On Windows 101, you can check the version of .NET through File Explorer and Registry or PowerShell and Command Prompt. Here’s how.
Windows 11 build 23466: Everything you need to know
By Mauro Huculak published
Breaking it down Windows 11 build 23466 brings Taskbar labels for apps, a new File Explorer, another Backup application, a new Dev Drive feature, a Wi-Fi password viewer, and more.
How to create batch script files on Windows 11
By Mauro Huculak published
Dot Bat On Windows 11, you can create basic and advanced batch files to run commands and automate tasks, and in this guide, I'll show you how.
How to apply Group Policy settings to specific users on Windows 11
By Mauro Huculak published
MMC On Windows 11, you can create a User-Specific Local Group Policy (LGPO) snap-in to apply Local Group Policy settings to one or some users and not to everyone, and in this guide, I'll show you how.
How to find the correct monitor color profile on Windows 10
By Mauro Huculak last updated
Display This guide will walk you through the steps to find and install the correct color profile for your monitor using the Color Management tool on Windows 10.
How to check graphics card details on a Windows 11
By Mauro Huculak published
GPU If you have to know your graphics card make, model, and other info, in this guide, I'll show you five methods on Windows 11.
How to restrict access to desktop apps on Windows 11
By Mauro Huculak published
Restriction On Windows 11, you can use the Group Policy Editor and Local Security Policy settings to prevent users from launching specific apps, and in this guide, I'll show you how.
How to fix File Explorer thumbnails not showing correctly on Windows 11
By Mauro Huculak published
Fixer On Windows 11, you can clear the thumbnail database cache to resolve problems showing previews on File Explorer, and in this guide, I'll show you how.
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