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Microsoft’s Windows 11 is continually evolving, unveiling feature updates at a pace that even the most seasoned Windows enthusiasts can find dizzying. Yet, in recent months, a fascinating (and, to many, frustrating) trend has emerged: a class of highly desired features—some offering genuine user...

Windows 11’s momentum continues with the release of the KB5062553 update for version 24H2, a substantial Patch Tuesday upgrade rolling out as part of the July 2025 security cycle. This cumulative update—presented officially as “2025-07 Cumulative Update for Windows 11 Version 24H2 for x64-based...

The rollout of the July 2025 Patch Tuesday security update for Windows 11 marks a pivotal moment for Microsoft’s flagship operating system, introducing not only a suite of critical security enhancements but also delivering long-requested usability features and performance fixes that signal a...

Microsoft has released Windows 11 Build 26100.4484 (KB5060829) as a preview update, introducing a suite of enhancements and fixes aimed at improving user experience, system performance, and administrative control. This update is currently available to Insiders in the Release Preview Channel. Key...

As Microsoft continues its iterative journey with Windows 11, the recent release of preview builds for both the Canary and Release Preview Channels signals a reinvigorated focus on user accessibility, workflow efficiency, and deeper integration with modern computing needs. These builds—each...

With the latest arrival of Windows 11 Release Preview build 22631.5545 (KB5060826) in the Release Preview Channel, Microsoft once again signals its commitment to refining both user choice and enterprise reliability within its flagship operating system. While this update is tagged as a “small”...

Despite years of complaints from users frustrated by relentless prompts to make Microsoft Edge their default browser, a watershed change has finally arrived—but only for those within the European Economic Area (EEA). In compliance with the European Union’s Digital Markets Act (DMA), Microsoft...

In a strategic escalation of the ongoing browser wars, Google is now aggressively positioning Chrome as the default PDF viewer on Windows 11, seeking to challenge Microsoft Edge’s entrenched role. Observations from recent Chrome development builds confirm that Google has begun experimenting with...

Microsoft’s Windows 11 has brought a wealth of features and a refreshed interface—but with creativity sometimes comes clutter. If you’re noticing more ads, suggestions, and nudges for Microsoft services everywhere—from your Start menu to pop-up notifications—rest assured you’re not alone. In...

If you're even remotely interested in keeping your Windows device safe from the lurking threats of the digital world, the Windows Security app is your knight in shining armor. Microsoft makes it a point to provide users with built-in tools such as this to protect their PCs and data, but do you...

Desktop 1: Windows 10 64bit + Canon Lide 60 scanner + Brother ADS-1100W scanner + Paperport 11 software has been used since spring 2021, regular Windows Updates without problems. I know that Paperport 11 is from pre-win10 times, but it still works perfectly with the two scanners. And also Canon...

Hi. I wanted to change default mail program to Thunderbird. I went to settings > default programs and then when I clicked Mail app the only option I got was to choose from some web browsers and... "SEARCH IN MICROSOFT STORE". There was no option to choose an app from my disc. What worse the same...

I want to send a video (1 mb) by my email. a message tells me to create an association in Default drop down list The list does not include email so I cannot send the video. There is no tools as suggested in queries. A solution would much appreciated

I stay at a hotel so my connection is public since it is shared. I recently installed the Kooraroo Media streaming software on my Computer and found a problem in it. It does have the feature to block new devices but it also has a web interface. The web interface can be accessed from any device...

I recently purchased Office 2016 and am using Word. I would like to make it full screen, but whenever I do that, the windows taskbar is still visible, and I would rather not see the taskbar (that's just another distraction for me....). Link Removed I don't have this problem with any other...

Hello Windows Insiders! Today, we are releasing Windows 10 Insider Preview Build 17046 for PC to Windows Insiders in the Fast ring and for those who opted in to Skip Ahead. What’s new in Build 17046 Microsoft Edge Improvements Form Fill for Address fields: Microsoft Edge can now save and...

I have Windows 8.1 Pro installed upgraded recently from Windows 7. Unfortunately I have a problem with the Store app constantly running at startup and it does not go away unless I manually Terminate it from the Task Manager. It seems to be ingrained with my Microsoft Account. Because even...

Since upgrading to Windows 10 Version 1511, 10586 when I log online I keep getting the following message Microsoft Office Outlook Either there is no default mail client or the current cannot fulfil the messaging request. Please run Microsoft Outlook and set it as the default mail client. I...

Hi Now that I have Windows 10 installed out of the Insider Program, I've found one problem that I can't find a solution for. This isn't a major deal, but I did have this working in the previous install. I want to set WinAmp as my default music player as I did in my last install. The problem...

Whenever I open links in the win 8 email app, the link opens in the internet explorer app. From the app, I can open the page in desktop view. Now is it possible to have the links open directly into desktop view as that is what I would prefer?