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 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.
How to set up Windows 11 without a Microsoft account
By Mauro Huculak last updated
Skip If you don't like having a Microsoft account on Windows 11, here's how to get around the problem.
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 use DISM command tool to repair Windows 10 image
By Mauro Huculak last updated
Quick fix When there's a missing or corrupted file on Windows 10, you can fix the problem using the DISM and SFC command tools, and here's how.
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.
List of all Windows 10 keyboard shortcuts: The ultimate guide
By Mauro Huculak last updated
Key combos I created this list with all the best keyboard shortcuts to navigate better and operate Windows 10 on your desktop or laptop.
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.
Should you use Notepad or Notepad++ on Windows 11?
By Mauro Huculak published
VS. In this guide, I'll dive into the differences between Notepad and Notepad++ to help you decide which note-taking app is the right one for you on Windows 11.
How to use Windows Sandbox on Windows 11
By Mauro Huculak last updated
Isolation On Windows 11, you can set up and use Windows Sandbox to install and run untrusted apps without affecting your main Windows 11 installation, and in this guide, I'll teach you how.
How to get started with Android apps on Windows 11
By Mauro Huculak last updated
Android on Windows In this guide, I'll show you the steps started with Android apps on Windows 11, including setting up the platform, installing and launching apps, and removing the Windows Subsystem for Android.
Get The Camelizer extension to track prices on Black Friday
By Mauro Huculak last updated
Price checker During the Black Friday 2023 sales event, you can install The Camelizer extension on Edge, Chrome, or Firefox to check the product price history to ensure you get a good deal.
Get the Keepa extension in your browser to shop smarter during Black Friday 2023
By Mauro Huculak last updated
Tracker The Keepa browser extension allows you to check the price history of Amazon products to determine if you're getting a good deal, especially on Black Friday 2023, and here's how.
How to use Microsoft Edge to save money and time shopping for Black Friday 2023
By Mauro Huculak last updated
Life Hack If you plan to shop on Black Friday 2023, Microsoft Edge includes all the tools you need to find the best deals, and in this guide, I'll show you how.