Windows Terminal has transformed from a simple console window into an essential productivity powerhouse for developers, power users, and IT professionals alike. While its out-of-the-box experience is solid, the real magic of Windows Terminal lies in its extensive customization...
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The humble Notepad, a program synonymous with simplicity and minimalism for Windows users since the 1990s, has quietly transformed into a surprising champion of modern document editing. Microsoft’s steady commitment to subtle innovation means Notepad is now more than just a basic text editor: in...
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Microsoft's recent release of KB5063225 marks a significant advancement in on-device artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities for Windows 11 Copilot+ PCs powered by Qualcomm processors. This update introduces version 1.2506.709.0 of the Phi Silica AI component, a Transformer-based local...
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The growing synergy between artificial intelligence and personal computing has catalyzed a new era for Windows devices, particularly those built on ARM platforms. With the introduction of KB5063225—a targeted update for the Phi Silica AI component (version 1.2506.709.0) designed for...
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Microsoft has introduced "Edit," a new command-line text editor for Windows 11, aiming to fill the longstanding gap left by the absence of a native CLI editor in 64-bit versions of Windows. This open-source tool is designed to be lightweight, user-friendly, and seamlessly integrated into the...
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For developers eager to craft powerful, cross-platform graphical interfaces, Qt Designer has emerged as an essential tool. Combining the elegance of a drag-and-drop UI builder with the robustness of the Qt framework, it offers designers and programmers the chance to build beautiful applications...
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Microsoft's recent decision to open-source the Windows Subsystem for Linux (WSL) marks a significant milestone in the evolution of cross-platform development tools. This move, announced at the Build 2025 conference, is poised to reshape the landscape for developers who rely on both Windows and...
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Apple’s Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) is always a spectacle for tech enthusiasts and Apple fans alike, but this year’s unveiling of the next wave of software updates—set to land on iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch, Apple TV, and Vision Pro—brought a significant shift in both style and...
Microsoft's recent unveiling of the Microsoft 365 Agents Toolkit marks a significant evolution in the development landscape for AI-powered agents within the Microsoft 365 ecosystem. This toolkit, an advancement and rebranding of the former Teams Toolkit, is designed to streamline the creation...
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Microsoft’s surprising release of its new open source terminal text editor, edit.exe, for Windows 10 and 11 is making waves among both nostalgic users and modern code warriors. The announcement has generated outsized interest, fueled by claims that edit.exe is based on Visual Studio Code—the...
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In a significant move to enhance the accessibility and functionality of network APIs, Microsoft has partnered with Aduna, a global aggregator of network APIs, to integrate Aduna's platform with Microsoft Azure. This collaboration aims to provide enterprises and developers worldwide with seamless...
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In a significant move to enhance global network capabilities, Microsoft has partnered with Aduna to scale intelligent network APIs via the Azure platform. This collaboration aims to integrate advanced AI functionalities and accelerate the adoption of CAMARA-standardized network APIs across...
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In a significant move to enhance the global reach and intelligence of network APIs, Aduna has announced a strategic collaboration with Microsoft. This partnership aims to leverage Microsoft's Azure platform to power Aduna's services, integrate artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities, and...
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In a significant development for the telecommunications and cloud computing industries, Microsoft has joined the Aduna initiative, a collaborative venture aimed at standardizing and expanding the use of network Application Programming Interfaces (APIs) globally. This partnership will see the...
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In a significant move to enhance the global reach and intelligence of network APIs, Aduna has announced a strategic collaboration with Microsoft. This partnership aims to leverage Microsoft's Azure platform to power Aduna's services, integrate artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities, and...
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In the rapidly evolving landscape of digital infrastructure and network intelligence, a landmark collaboration between Aduna and Microsoft is poised to redefine the reach and impact of network APIs on a global scale. The partnership, confirmed by both organizations, seeks to merge Aduna's...
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In a significant move to enhance the global accessibility and intelligence of network APIs, Aduna has announced a strategic collaboration with Microsoft. This partnership aims to scale Aduna's platform using Microsoft Azure and integrate Microsoft's artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities...
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SQL Server 2025’s unveiling at Build 2025 marked a pivotal chapter not merely for Microsoft but for the greater global data management community. Its entrance into public preview has set off a cascade of anticipation, debate, and technical analysis throughout the data platform world. As one of...
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Copilot Vision, one of Microsoft’s most ambitious steps yet in integrating artificial intelligence directly into Windows workflows, has just exited its Insider testing phase and is now available to users across the United States. The launch, which combines the power of real-time generative AI...
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Here is a summary of the key points from the announcement that Microsoft is adding native support for MCP Server in Windows 11:
What is MCP Server?
MCP stands for Model Context Protocol. It is a standard that enables AI agents or applications to connect to and interact with users’ data...
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