In Windows, audio routing feels like an afterthought. To change your audio output, you must click the tiny sound output icon ...

Whether you’re watching a feature film or a television show, you’ve probably noticed big fluctuations in volume levels, especially when a commercial break pops up and nearly shatters your eardrums.

The free third-party Media Flyout application for Windows 11 is my go-to solution for native-feeling, powerful control over my PC's audio output.

Even if you use Windows on a daily basis, some underrated yet useful apps might have slipped under your radar, such as ...