There’s one immutable law of PCs: sh*t happens. And when it does, there’s usually a way to fix things, if you had the foresight to create one essential recovery tool first. Booting from a USB recovery ...

So, you’re switching from one Windows computer to another and want to transfer certain files and settings to your new PC. One free and easy way to do that is with the built-in Windows Backup app.

Jon Gilbert is a technology journalist with five years of experience covering mobile technology. He's covered smartwatches, tablets, smartphones, and Android accessories. He's attended CES to explore ...