Microsoft’s ambitious plans for Windows Update are about to fundamentally change how third-party software is managed within the Windows 11 ecosystem, signaling a move toward a unified, intelligent update infrastructure that could end the fragmented, inconsistent experience users and sysadmins...
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The unveiling of Microsoft's upcoming "Cross Device Resume" feature for Windows 11 marks a pivotal shift in the company’s approach to cross-platform continuity, aiming to blur the boundaries between PCs and mobile devices in a way not previously seen outside Apple's tightly integrated ecosystem...
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Windows 11 24H2 and Wallpaper Customization Apps: A Compatibility Tale with a Happy Ending
Windows 11 continues to gain attention for its blend of sleek design, new features, and improved security. But as the operating system evolves, so too do the challenges of maintaining compatibility with...
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A Smooth Upgrade Ahead: Resolving Wallpaper App Compatibility Issues in Windows 11
It turns out that if you were torn between maintaining your favorite desktop aesthetics and upgrading to the latest Windows 11 2024 Update (version 24H2), you might finally have the best of both worlds. Recent...
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In June, we introduced the new Microsoft Store on Windows, redesigned from the ground up to meet the needs of customers across a variety of app experiences. We also opened up the Microsoft Store on Windows to developers using different types of frameworks, packaging technologies, and commerce...
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Certain fonts which were formerly packaged in the Windows image are now downloaded from Features on Demand, resulting in a possible regression from Windows 8.1 that is by design. This article explains this feature change and effects and provides separate guidance for end users, OEMs and system...
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Overview
The Creators Update is packed with new features for app developers and end users that are designed to delight developers who can offer their end users a rich experience.
User transition & data migration
Users are encouraged to download the store version of their desktop apps. If...
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