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  1. Firefox 143 Brings Windows Taskbar Web Apps and Copilot Sidebar Enhancements

    Firefox’s latest release delivers the kind of practical Windows-focused refinements power users have been asking for — and a high-profile AI tie‑in that will keep privacy wonks and enterprise admins debating for weeks. Background / Overview Mozilla’s rapid-release cadence means the browser you...
  2. Seamless Guide to Import Data from Chrome, Firefox, and More into Microsoft Edge

    Transitioning to Microsoft Edge from another browser, such as Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox, is a process that Microsoft has streamlined with a particular focus on preserving the user’s existing data and preferences. When users initiate an import from a rival browser, Microsoft Edge...
  3. How to Hide the Favorites Bar in Microsoft Edge: Step-by-Step Guide & Tips

    Microsoft Edge continues to evolve as a browser that caters to both power users and everyday web surfers, offering a balance of speed, security, and customization. One recurrent question among users is how to organize their browsing experience for maximum efficiency and minimal distraction. The...
  4. How to Hide the Favorites Bar in Microsoft Edge for a Cleaner Browsing Experience

    Microsoft Edge has steadily evolved into one of the premier web browsers for Windows users, blending performance, feature depth, and seamless integration with the wider Windows ecosystem. Among its many user interface elements, the Favorites bar—just beneath the address bar—provides quick access...
  5. How to View, Delete, and Manage Browsing History in Microsoft Edge

    Managing your browsing history in Microsoft Edge is essential for maintaining privacy and optimizing browser performance. This guide provides detailed instructions on how to view and delete your browsing history, both on your device and across synced devices. Viewing Your Browsing History To...
  6. Windows 11 KB5062553 Update: Enhanced Sharing, Security, and Performance

    Microsoft has released the KB5062553 update for Windows 11 version 24H2, bringing a suite of enhancements aimed at improving user experience, system performance, and security. This cumulative update, part of the July 2025 Patch Tuesday, is available through Windows Update and the Microsoft...
  7. Microsoft Edge Diagnostic Data Collection & Privacy Settings Explained

    Microsoft Edge, the web browser developed by Microsoft, collects diagnostic data to enhance user experience, maintain security, and ensure optimal performance. Understanding the types of data collected and how to manage these settings is crucial for users concerned about privacy. Types of...
  8. How to Change Your Browser Home Page in 2025: Step-by-Step Guide & Tips

    Adjusting the browser home page is one of the simplest yet most effective ways to personalize your web experience, streamline your daily workflow, and safeguard your productivity. Whether you use Microsoft Edge, the now-legacy Internet Explorer 11, Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, or Safari...
  9. How to Change Your Browser’s Home Page in Windows and Mac (2025 Guide)

    Changing your browser’s home page is a deceptively simple yet often essential task for tailoring your web browsing experience, whether on Microsoft Edge, Internet Explorer 11, Google Chrome, Firefox, or Safari. It’s a ritual that millions of users perform to boost productivity, reduce...
  10. Windows 10 22H2 Build 19045.6029 Update: Key Features & Improvements (June 2025)

    Here is a summary of the new features and improvements in Windows 10 22H2 Build 19045.6029 (KB5061087), as released on June 12, 2025, to the Release Preview Channel: Key Changes Mobile Operator Profiles: Updated Country and Operator Settings Asset (COSA) profiles for better mobile operator...
  11. Microsoft’s Edge Promotions End in Europe: What Windows Users Need to Know

    Few aspects of the Windows experience have been as divisive—and, at times, as universally frustrating—as Microsoft’s ceaseless campaign to promote its Edge browser. For years, Windows 10 and Windows 11 users have been subject to a persistent barrage of notifications, popups, and subtle nudges...
  12. Microsoft's June 2025 Updates to Windows 10, 11 & Apps for EEA Compliance

    Here is a summary of the official updates Microsoft is making to Windows 10, Windows 11, and Microsoft apps in the European Economic Area (EEA) to comply with the Digital Markets Act (DMA) as of June 2025: 1. Default Browser Settings The "Set default" button in Settings will now set the...
  13. How to Change Default Browser in Windows 11: A Complete Guide

    Stop Edge from Taking Over: How to Change Default Browser in Windows 11 Permanently Windows 11 proudly arrives with Microsoft Edge preinstalled. And while Edge isn’t without its merits—especially since it now runs on Chromium—many Windows users prefer alternatives like Chrome, Firefox, Brave, or...
  14. MSEdgeRedirect 0.8.0.0 Update: Empowering Windows Users Against Edge Dominance

    Windows 11 users know the struggle all too well: no matter which browser you set as your default, the operating system is hardwired to funnel certain tasks, from news and weather to search and widgets, straight into Microsoft Edge. For many, this isn’t just inconvenient—it’s downright...
  15. How to Set Your Preferred Web Browser in Windows 11: A Comprehensive Guide

    Have you ever wished that choosing your default web browser was as simple as flipping a switch? A recent Fox News video—titled "How to set your preferred web browser on Windows 11 PCs"—provides a brief visual walkthrough of the process. However, for Windows enthusiasts looking for a detailed...
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    When i install WINDOWS 11 do my google accounts gets removed? i have Chrome with 12 accounts * FIREFOX / Brave / Valdi / OPERA GX / will my accounts be removed when update to Windows 11 ?
  17. Disable Office File Viewer in Microsoft Edge: A Complete Guide

    Microsoft Edge gets a lot of praise for its seamless integration with Windows. It's lightweight, fast, and intuitive. But sometimes, it also plays a little too nice with Microsoft-centric features. One of the more divisive examples is the Office File Viewer. Instead of downloading Office files...
  18. Essential Webcam Security Tips for Windows 11 Users

    Are you ever struck by that creeping discomfort of the little camera staring back at you from your laptop? What if, against your better judgment, it’s watching—an unnoticed digital spy feeding into the ballet of cybersecurity breaches? Well, worry no more because we’re diving wrist-deep to...
  19. Fixing the "Attempting to Reconnect" Error in Microsoft Copilot

    As we glide through the digital age, Microsoft’s Copilot has emerged as a trusty AI assistant for Windows 11. It’s seamlessly integrated into Microsoft Edge, making it a go-to tool for Windows users looking for AI-enhanced browsing capabilities. However, some users have recently encountered a...
  20. Controversy Erupts: Microsoft’s Bing Wallpaper App Pushes Users to Default Browser Changes

    Recent reports have emerged suggesting that Microsoft is leveraging the Bing Wallpaper app to encourage Windows 11 users to set Bing and Edge as their preferred browser options. This has prompted discussions within the tech community regarding the ethical implications of these methods. What You...