Microsoft set out to make new system sounds for Windows 11 that might calm people down, not make them jumpy. Many of the new sounds are not as high-pitched as their equivalents in Windows 10, and some ...

There are times when your Windows PC is plagued by annoying sounds that continuously bug you at your work. When random beeps start to appear, it becomes even more concerning. Considering that this ...

An internal build of Windows 11 had a hidden “Soundscape” page, presumably to replace the ‘Sounds’ settings in the Control Panel. Although the Soundscape page isn’t populated or even present in test ...

Windows 11 features a new selection of sounds and alerts. These sounds were designed to be rounder and softer, which makes them easier on the ear. A former Microsoft sound designer explains the new ...

is a senior editor and author of Notepad, who has been covering all things Microsoft, PC, and tech for over 20 years. A former Microsoft employee has revealed what the missing Windows 8 startup sound ...

The startup sound associated with Windows has always been divisive, with some wanting to disable it, others feeling indifferent to it, and some enjoying it. And, of course, the sound is typically ...

Why it matters: Windows 11 system requirements may still be a bit of a mess, but Microsoft has clearly put some thought into other aspects of the operating system. Updated system sounds aren't going ...

Explore common causes of audio problems and learn actionable steps to restore sound on your Windows 11 computer Reviewed by Michael Barton Heine Jr Sound problems in Windows 11 aren't usually due to a ...

Windows 11 contains an unexpected new feature: a separate set of quieter, more mellow audio cues that accompany the operating system’s Dark Mode. Microsoft confirmed the new Windows 11 dark mode ...

There are four different ways in which you can change the default sound output device on Windows 11/10. Using Taskbar Corner Volume Icon In the Settings app In the Control Panel In the Game bar Let’s ...