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Basic Guide to Improving Windows 11 Performance

Keeping a well-optimized computer system is crucial which is one reason you purchased from Puget Systems. When it comes to Windows 11, one of the latest offerings in the operating system category, there are several ways to ensure optimal performance.

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How to Enable and Use Microsoft System Restore in Windows 11

Hey there, Windows 11 enthusiast! We know that technology can sometimes throw a curveball your way, but worry not – we’ve got your back. In this guide, we’ll walk you through the process of enabling and using Windows 11 System Restore to keep your system running smoothly. It’s your safety net for those “uh-oh” moments

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Critical Samsung SSD Firmware Update

What is Happening Despite historically being some of our most reliable parts, we have received a surprising number of reports of failing Samsung drives, specifically with the 2TB version of the 980 Pro. We have been working with Samsung to investigate these failures, and they have recently confirmed that there is an issue affecting the

Configuring Software Raid Within Windows 10

Most computer users have no need for more than a single drive in their computer, or perhaps a few individual drives if additional storage space is required. There are certain workflows and use cases where features of a RAID – like larger total volume capacity or data redundancy – may be extremely helpful. For large arrays, redundant boot drives, or advanced RAID modes we strongly recommend using a dedicated hardware controller card, but for simple configurations like mirroring or pooling there are options within Windows 10 which can be used without needing special hardware. This guide will cover a couple of those options and how to set them up.

Windows 10 1903 Feature Update

Windows 10 version 1903 will release soon, and with it comes a new ‘feature’ they are referring to as “reserved storage”. This reserved storage will ensure proper performance and successful updates, hopefully eliminating the possibility of another data loss like the 1809 update fiasco.

When to use Windows 10 Recovery Options

Experiencing the well known blue screen of death, dramatic slowdowns, software instability, or simply want to know your options for restoring your Windows 10 system? This article will go over the recovery options available within Windows 10 to return your system to a stable point. Knowing WHICH restore option to use to when, will help get your system back up and running quickly and efficiently.