application management

When it comes to maintaining a healthy, secure, and high-performing Windows environment, keeping software up to date is a basic yet often-overlooked necessity. In fact, for most Windows users, it’s all too easy to fall behind on application updates simply because the process tends to be...

Omnissa, the company that emerged from VMware's end-user computing division, has expanded its App Volumes product to support physical PCs. This strategic move aims to extend the benefits of virtual desktop infrastructure (VDI) application management to a broader range of devices, including...

Moving an entire health system’s technology infrastructure to a new operating system is much more than a technical upgrade—it is a high-stakes act of orchestration, balancing critical application compatibility, cybersecurity, and the medical mission of seamless patient care. Vanderbilt...

For years, Windows Update has stood as a central pillar of the Windows operating system experience, ensuring that critical patches, security improvements, and new features land on millions of PCs with consistency and reliability. Yet, despite this legacy, managing application updates—including...

Microsoft is set to revolutionize the Windows update experience by introducing a unified platform that centralizes all application updates within the Windows Update system. This initiative aims to streamline the currently fragmented update process, enhancing efficiency for both consumers and IT...

Few digital transformations come with stakes as high as those found in healthcare, where successful IT decisions impact both patient safety and operational efficiency. The recent Windows 11 migration undertaken by Vanderbilt University Medical Center (VUMC) offers an invaluable case study for...

The arrival of Docker Desktop on the Microsoft Store signals a critical evolution in software deployment and management for Windows developers and IT administrators. Traditionally, Docker Desktop—a mainstay for developers working with containerized applications—required a manual download from...

Getting the most out of your Windows 10 or Windows 11 experience hinges on access to the right applications, and for most users, the Microsoft Store stands at the heart of this process. Gone are the days when simple tasks like discovering, installing, or managing apps required trawling through...

For many Windows users, the universal struggle of keeping software up to date is a familiar, often frustrating experience. The task is deceptively simple—after all, isn't updating applications just a matter of clicking the "update" button when prompted or letting background updaters do their...

Ninite remains an indispensable utility for Windows users who frequently install or reinstall their operating system, particularly those adopting specialized or stripped-down editions such as Windows 10 LTSC. Its enduring relevance after more than a decade since its first feature coverage...

For anyone facing the daunting task of setting up a new Windows installation, the path from a blank slate to a fully functional machine is often both time-consuming and tedious. Whether you’re upgrading, downgrading, switching Windows flavors like LTSC, or recovering from a system failure...

When undertaking a fresh installation of Windows, especially when switching to the Long-Term Servicing Channel (LTSC) edition of Windows 10, one of the most time-consuming challenges is provisioning the new operating system with all the necessary applications and runtimes a user prefers. This is...

When setting up a fresh Windows installation, or switching to the Windows LTSC (Long-Term Servicing Channel) edition, the often tedious task of reinstalling and updating essential software is a major undertaking. Here, tools like Ninite offer a powerful, yet understated solution that has...

Zorin OS 17.3 is making waves among Linux enthusiasts and Windows users alike—a timely offering as millions of Windows 10 systems face the prospect of being left unsupported. Built on a foundation of simplicity, speed, and security, this latest release is not just another Linux distro update...

In today's digital landscape, managing applications on your Windows device effectively is more crucial than ever. Whether you're a casual user or a system administrator, knowing how to find the Application User Model ID (AUMID or AppID) of your installed applications can greatly enhance your...

1. Apple Makes Running Unapproved Apps Burdensome One of the most significant changes in macOS Sequoia is the complication surrounding the installation and execution of applications that Apple hasn’t officially approved. Previously, macOS users could easily bypass security features with a simple...

As the clock ticks down towards the end of support for Windows 10, which will only receive free updates for another 15 months, many users are contemplating an upgrade to the latest operating system from Microsoft—Windows 11. This article encapsulates a recent firsthand review from Ananth Prabhu...

Introduction Are you tired of wrestling with unresponsive applications on your Windows 11 PC? Traditionally, the go-to solution involves opening the Task Manager, scrolling through a long list of processes, and painstakingly clicking the "End Task" option. But here's some great news! Windows 11...

With Windows 11 continually evolving, users are on the lookout for features that enhance productivity and streamline their workflow. One such recently discovered feature allows Windows 11 users to end unresponsive tasks directly from the taskbar without needing to launch the Task Manager. This...

Hi, I'm new to windows, so I'm sorry if this is a dumb question. I'm using Windows 10 after 15+ years using mac and Linux (switched from XP), and considering adopting Windows as my main OS. I'm trying to use win+ctrl+arrow to change between desktops, with a multi monitor setup. The problem is...