The compatibility mode in Windows 10 or 11 is an excellent way to run old versions of software.

If the game you’re playing is several years old, it may not be optimized to play with Windows 10. You’ll have to make sure that you run it in Compatibility mode so it works properly.

The “Game Mode” destined to arrive in the Windows 10 Creators Update has been a tantalizing tease for months now, but now Microsoft’s pulling back the curtain—somewhat—on the performance-boosting ...

This mode has been introduced in Windows 11/10 to get rid of unwanted lagging, frame rate issues, etc. After enabling Game Mode, your computer will use most of the CPU and GPU power to play the game.

Microsoft has given us the full rundown on how Game Mode works for Windows 10. Here's everything you need to know.

SAN FRANCISCO—A few months ago, Microsoft announced that its upcoming Windows 10 Creators Update (currently in testing) would include a new "Game Mode" that improves the performance of ...