What version of Windows should I use?

Throughout its history, Microsoft has unveiled various Windows versions, starting from Windows 3.1 up to the current at Windows 11. The common question is: Should I upgrade to the latest version?

As a suggestion when you do decide to upgrade to a new OS. When a new version of Windows is released, I would recommend to delay your upgrade for a few months after a new release. This gives early adopters the chance to identify and rectify potential issues. Companies like Microsoft and Apple can do extensive testing prior to release, but they can’t account for all the various hardware and software that us users have on our computers. So in a way, those first couple months are a kind of final testing.

My theory on upgrading is that you should consider updating to every alternate version of Windows. Throughout their versions they will have a good solid release, followed by one that needed work, and then another solid release. And my theory seems to hold up when you look back at the previous versions.

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Where are my “Power Options in Windows?”

For most laptop users, the term ‘Power Options’ within Windows might ring a bell. But did you know that even desktops, and in some cases servers, have these power settings?

Power options are pivotal for efficient energy management and performance. Depending on your device and usage, different settings might be more suitable. In this article, we’ll delve into these power options, why they might go missing, and how to retrieve them.

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