Brazil's Administrative Council for Economic Defense (CADE) has initiated an investigation into Microsoft following a formal complaint from Norwegian browser developer Opera. Opera alleges that Microsoft's practices surrounding its Edge browser on Windows operating systems constitute...
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The recent transformation of Windows 11’s MSN Widgets board, specifically its newfound ability to open links in a user’s default browser within the European Economic Area (EEA), represents both a significant technical shift and a broader signal of how legislation—namely the Digital Markets Act...
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Microsoft's July 2025 Security Update for Windows 11 introduces a suite of enhancements aimed at refining user experience, bolstering accessibility, and aligning with regional regulations. This update, applicable to Windows 11 version 24H2, encompasses seven notable features:
Smaller Taskbar...
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The latest Windows 11 KB5060829 update, recently made available to users in the Release Preview Channel for version 24H2, is shaping up to be a landmark release for Microsoft’s flagship operating system. Arriving as Build 26100.4482, this cumulative update demonstrates Microsoft’s sustained...
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Windows 11 continues its evolutionary journey with the latest Release Preview build 26100.4482, distributed as part of cumulative update KB5060829 for Insiders. This build promises meaningful performance boosts and a range of usability enhancements, most notably within File Explorer and Windows...
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Microsoft has recently released new builds for Windows 11 and Windows 10 to Insiders in the Release Preview Channel, introducing several notable enhancements and fixes.
Windows 11 Build 22631.5545
This build brings significant changes, particularly for users in the European Economic Area (EEA)...
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Microsoft has announced significant changes to its Windows operating system to comply with the European Union's Digital Markets Act (DMA), aiming to enhance user choice and reduce the prominence of its Edge browser within the European Economic Area (EEA).
Under the new regulations, Edge will no...
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In a bid to align itself more closely with the far-reaching regulations brought forth by the European Union's Digital Markets Act (DMA), Microsoft is enacting a suite of updates to Windows 10 and 11 for users throughout the European Economic Area (EEA). The company's approach—transparent...
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