Journalists from MakeUseOf have outlined several lesser-known Windows 11 features that make interacting with the operating system (OS) easier. The article was published on the media outlet’s website.
First, journalist Pankil Shah explained that the Windows command line can be used to update all programs installed on the system. According to the expert, one simply needs to enter the command winget upgrade -all and press Enter. The author also recommended closing unresponsive programs by right-clicking the application on the taskbar and selecting “End task,” rather than using Task Manager.
Shah also highlighted Windows Sandbox—an environment isolated from the OS kernel that allows users to test unknown applications and suspicious files without risking system damage. “Once you close the sandbox window, all your actions are wiped, leaving no trace behind,” the journalist explained.
The article notes that the Phone Link feature allows users to run Android smartphone apps on Windows. In this mode, for instance, content can be expanded to fill the entire computer screen. Shah also suggested visiting the “Touchpad” section—found under “Bluetooth & devices”—to configure custom touchpad gestures, provided the user is on a laptop.
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