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They have not changed these Windows icons since 1995, but NOW it's happening - change font to new version
Microsoft|May 7, 2021Sun Valley is expected to arrive this fall with a new visual design. A number of icons have lived carefree since Windows 95, but most of the old icons are not iconic enough not to be retired in Sun Valley. [more]
Flash is not gone yet, but it will happen in July
General|May 5, 2021Finally, after many years of talk, and a tool (KB4577586) to remove Adobe Flash from Windows, it finally happens this summer. [more]
Bluetooth is now easier and AirPods better in Windows 10
IT|May 2, 2021Windows 10 will support AAC, or Advanced Audio Coding, over Bluetooth in an upcoming update later this year. [more]
Microsoft Releases Urgent Fix for Game Issues in Windows 10
Microsoft|Apr 28, 2021If you have experienced performance issues while playing after installing the updates that came in late March and early April then it may be that the fix Microsoft is now rolling out solves your issues. [more]
Finally fixes bugs that could herp Windows 10 disks
Microsoft|Apr 19, 2021Earlier this year, a file path was spread which, in the worst case, could destroy disks. [more]
Now Edge is second-most popular - Firefox is struggling
General|Apr 6, 2021NetMarketShare and StatCounter confirm that Edge is the most popular browser for Windows, after Google. [more]
Now they have started the work of making Windows 10 new
Microsoft|Mar 26, 2021Windows 10 Insider Preview version 21343 reveals the first signs that Microsoft is preparing for a major design overhaul of the OS. [more]
The new Windows 10 update is almost complete
Microsoft|Mar 19, 2021Microsoft is so confident in its 21H1 update that they let companies test a near-finished version. [more]
Microsoft slashes Windows 10 long-term support by half
Microsoft|Feb 24, 2021Windows 10 LTSC, the version once pitched to enterprises as the OS that didn't need constant updating will only get five years of support now. [more]
Download this Windows 10 update now
Microsoft|Feb 13, 2021Microsoft has released an update to Windows 10 to fix a bug that could crash devices trying to connect to Wi-Fi networks protected by WPA3 encryption. [more]
On April 13, Microsoft will do this on your PC
Microsoft|Feb 9, 2021In 2019, Microsoft announced that it was dropping its own browser engine, EdgeHTML, in favor of Chromium. [more]
DO NOT do this - this is all it takes to herpe Windows 10
Microsoft|Jan 19, 2021It is amazing that security is so weakThis error has existed in Windows 10 for three years, and is very serious as it is not just a matter of the computer hanging (we will return to that error) - no: here we are talking about data loss if you are unlucky. [more]
Microsoft must completely change Outlook
Microsoft|Jan 5, 2021The code name for Microsoft's brand new Outlook platform is Monarch. [more]
Windows Disk Check could kill the disk
Microsoft|Dec 26, 2020Windows 10 2004 and 20H2 had an error that caused chkdsk to simply corrupt disk file systems. [more]
Microsoft is developing its own ARM chips - will they finally be able to challenge Apple again?
Microsoft|Dec 21, 2020Bloomberg reveals that Microsoft is developing its own ARM chips, exactly what we have been calling for since Apple's M1 chips were launched because they crush Intel and Qualcomm. [more]
Edge is much more battery friendly and you can test now
Microsoft|Dec 12, 2020Microsoft should finally do something smart that makes sense: hibernate tabs that are not active. [more]
This version of Windows 10 is no longer supported
Microsoft|Dec 10, 2020Last month was the end of the 1809 support, now it is 1903 that smokes. [more]
Microsoft previews new way to upgrade Windows 10
Microsoft|Dec 5, 2020The company is now touting 'Windows Feature Experience Packs' as a way to increase the number of features it rolls out to users over the course of a year. [more]
Windows runs fast on Apple Silicon, developer shows
General|Dec 1, 2020Apple’s M1 Macs don’t officially support Windows, but a developer has managed to get Microsoft’s OS running on an ARM-based MacBook anyway. [more]
How to migrate to a new Windows PC
Windows|Nov 16, 2020All your files, apps, and settings are on your old computer. Here’s how to move them to your new Windows PC, from either Windows or macOS. [more]
Browser updates are back for Update Tuesday; testing may be needed for Windows patches
Microsoft|Nov 14, 2020Microsoft this week released 112 updates to its Windows, browser, development and Office platforms. But there were no zero-days or reports of publicly exploited vulnerabilities for November. [more]
Do you see what they are likely to do with Windows?
Microsoft|Nov 5, 2020And do you think it looks better? [more]
Microsoft pushes Edge as 'best for business' in battle with Chrome
Microsoft|Nov 4, 2020At this year's Ignite conference, Microsoft offered up a host of reasons why its browser is better for the enterprise than Google Chrome. Do those claims stack up? [more]
What's in the latest Edge update? Rollbacks and new browser telemetry policies
General|Nov 1, 2020Microsoft's Edge 86 includes a "rollback" function that lets IT admins restore an earlier version of the browser and gives the built-in PDF viewer support for document tables of content. [more]
Windows 7 to 10 have holes exploited by hackers
Microsoft|Oct 31, 2020No bug fix before November 10th. [more]
New Windows update setting
Microsoft|Oct 26, 2020Looking to install a specific feature release of Windows 10 when you want it? Here's how. [more]
Microsoft launches its second update rerun, Windows 10 20H2
Microsoft|Oct 25, 2020The Windows 10 October 2020 Update is now available, which means enterprise users can begin testing it before embarking on a broader deployment. [more]
Here you can download new Windows 10 right away
Microsoft|Oct 21, 2020Microsoft only rolls out to some, but you can do it that way instead. [more]
What's in the latest Edge update? Rollbacks and new browser telemetry policies
Microsoft|Oct 20, 2020Microsoft's Edge 86 includes a "rollback" function that lets IT admins restore an earlier version of the browser and gives the built-in PDF viewer support for document tables of content. [more]
Finally this happens in Windows with Android on the team!
Microsoft|Oct 17, 2020Cut and paste across units. [more]
Windows will soon offer this, but what does it really mean?
Microsoft|Oct 9, 2020There are many opportunities here. [more]
If you see this, you must back up immediately
Microsoft|Oct 3, 2020Windows 10 beta version warns you before it's too late. [more]
Microsoft will bundle updates to streamline patching
Microsoft|Sep 14, 2020Microsoft plans to change how it delivers updates to some parts of Windows 10, saying the new bundling tactic will end confusion and streamline the OS's regular refreshes. [more]
Microsoft adds 6 months support to Windows 10 1803, again cites pandemic
Microsoft|Aug 29, 2020The company extended security support for Windows 10 Enterprise 1803 and Windows 10 Education 1803 until May 11. The original end-of-support date was to be Nov. 10. [more]
Microsoft sets new support deadlines for IE11 and Edge
Microsoft|Aug 20, 2020With the Chromium-based version of Edge now in place, Microsoft is looking to move on from its older browsers – IE11 and the original Edge. [more]
Microsoft set to bring touch control to non-touch laptops, a new patent reveals
Microsoft|Aug 17, 2020According to a new patent filed by Microsoft, old generation laptops will be compatible with modern touch controls in the near future. The Redmond-based technology company wants to provide old generation non-touch laptops with touch control via an external device. [more]
Microsoft is changing everything
Microsoft|Aug 7, 2020Major reorganization should change Windows. [more]
Windows 10 PC users can confirm payments using fingerprint on Google Chrome
Microsoft|Aug 6, 2020Google is now bringing what it calls ‘more secure’ and ‘convenient’ Autofill feature to Chrome. Simply put, Chrome wants users to fill in forms securely without any user interaction. If you are a regular Chrome user, you already know about Autofill, don’t... [more]
We've been waiting for years for this Xbox enhancement
General|Aug 4, 2020This is how the new game store on Xbox Series X will be. [more]
Microsoft is making GitHub more like Facebook but only for developers
Microsoft|Jul 31, 2020GitHub wants to be more like a social media service to keep the developers engaged with its website. The Microsoft-owned source code management service currently hosts more than 50 million developers on its platform. Apparently, Microsoft has plans to make the overall coding experience... [more]
Important Windows 10 update released
Microsoft|Jul 15, 2020Lots of important security updates - fix screen errors with games. Microsoft has released a brand new update to the latest version of Windows 10 2004. [more]
Microsoft's surface devices are now receiving the windows 10 May 2020 update
General|Jul 6, 2020Microsoft expects the update to be sent out to affected devices within a few weeks. [more]
Who needs windows 10 pro: 5 reasons to upgrade
Microsoft|Jul 5, 2020Most of you should be happy with Windows 10 Home. But certain features make the upgrade to Windows 10 Pro worthwhile. [more]
Microsoft has a secret recipe for blocking Windows 10 updates
Microsoft|Jul 3, 2020There is a great advantage to the new way of doing it. [more]
… And another: now your Windows 10 is damaging your SSD
Microsoft|Jun 15, 2020Defragments too frequently. [more]
Now Microsoft is safe enough
Microsoft|Jun 11, 2020[more]
Windows 10 2004 removes Downloads folder from Disk Cleanup Tool
General|Jun 8, 2020Earlier, the Disk Cleanup Tool & Storage Sense offered to clear the Downloads folder. Microsoft has removed the Downloads folder from Windows 10’s Disk Cleanup tool. Microsoft says they have deleted the Downloads folder from Disk Cleanup in the Windows 10 operating... [more]
Apple is trying to stop this trick
Apple|Jun 1, 2020Here's how to trick macOS to stop raving about updates [more]
Now you can update to new Windows 10
Microsoft|May 28, 2020The May update contains some nice news many will appreciate. [more]
This is the date everyone gets new Windows 10
Microsoft|May 3, 2020The May update can be downloaded from the test channels. [more]
Bluetooth is completely gone in Windows 10, WiFi is struggling and blue screens are showing up
Microsoft|Apr 21, 2020Hits many different machines. [more]
Now Windows gets the best of Mac and Alfred
Microsoft|Apr 19, 2020Integrates Spotlight and Alfred alternative into Power Toys. [more]
Download new Windows 10 coming next month
General|Apr 18, 2020Already now. It's soon May and Microsoft are getting ready to launch the 20H1 update with the same month name. [more]
Patch Tuesday is tomorrow. Get your system locked down.
Microsoft|Apr 14, 2020With all the problems we’re having, the last thing you need is a bum patch throwing your system (or your family's systems) for a loop. Take a couple of minutes right now and make sure you have Windows automatic updating set to pause. Tell your friends, too. [more]
Windows is finally getting what everyone has asked for
Microsoft|Apr 13, 2020Smarter media control. [more]
SEE NEW WINDOWS: Microsoft launches the Start menu full of functionality
Microsoft|Apr 10, 2020This is what Microsoft is working on. [more]
All macs is affected: It is not just Microsoft that fails to provide quality-assured updates
Apple|Apr 7, 2020macOS 10.15.4 creates major problems for many. Make sure you copy a lot. [more]
Should Microsoft do this with Windows 10?
Microsoft|Mar 26, 2020Windows 7 Control Center in Windows 10 on the way out. [more]