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Microsoft has quietly begun serving a new, highly visual Bing ad that places a full “scoreboard” comparison between Microsoft Edge and Google Chrome above Chrome’s official download links on Windows 11 — a move that reframes a user’s intent at the precise moment they look to switch browsers and...

Google’s Chrome team is quietly testing a one-click option in Chrome’s Windows settings that not only sets Chrome as the default browser but will also pin it to the Windows 11 taskbar — a small UI change with outsized product and regulatory implications for how browsers compete on Windows. The...

I asked Microsoft’s Copilot to make a dinner reservation for me, and it did—eventually—by opening a cloud-based browser, navigating OpenTable, filling forms and clicking buttons until a reservation appeared. The result is promising: Copilot Actions can perform real web tasks, but the experience...

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...

Windows 11 is once again shifting the browser battleground, but this time, the dramatic change is reserved only for those in Europe. The move brings a long-standing user request—respected browser choices—directly into the operating system’s daily workflow, at least for a select group. As of a...

The United Kingdom's Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has recently concluded an in-depth investigation into the nation's cloud computing sector, revealing that the dominant positions of Amazon Web Services (AWS) and Microsoft Azure are adversely affecting market competition. This...

For Windows 11 users, the tug-of-war between operating system defaults and user choice has been a recurring theme, often centered around Microsoft's persistent efforts to funnel web activity through its own Edge browser. In a recent twist, however, Windows 11 users in Europe are now experiencing...

The United Kingdom's Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has raised significant concerns regarding the competitive dynamics within the cloud computing sector, particularly focusing on the dominant positions held by Microsoft and Amazon. This scrutiny underscores the critical role cloud...

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...

For more than two decades, the web browser market has been marked by fierce competition, regulatory scrutiny, and recurring debates over fair play—ultimately shaping how billions interact with the internet. The latest development in this long-running saga is the recent complaint filed by Opera...

The ongoing evolution of digital collaboration platforms has defined a transformative era in workplace communication, with Microsoft Teams standing out as one of the most influential players in this landscape. Over the past several years, Teams has rapidly grown from a nascent entrant into a...

As Microsoft continues to evolve Windows 11, one of the most significant drivers of recent changes has come not from user feedback or technical innovation, but regulatory pressure—especially from the European Union’s Digital Markets Act (DMA). This landmark legislation compels big tech...

Microsoft’s Windows 11 is continually evolving, unveiling feature updates at a pace that even the most seasoned Windows enthusiasts can find dizzying. Yet, in recent months, a fascinating (and, to many, frustrating) trend has emerged: a class of highly desired features—some offering genuine user...

Microsoft's ongoing efforts to address antitrust concerns in Europe have encountered significant challenges, particularly in its dealings with the Cloud Infrastructure Service Providers in Europe (CISPE). Despite initial agreements aimed at fostering fair competition, recent developments...

As the latest Patch Tuesday rolls out across the Windows ecosystem, a sense of transformation hangs thick in the air—a feeling that’s not only shaped by new updates but also by an era-defining shift in PC usage, AI integration, and the restless, sometimes fractious, loyalty of the Windows and...

Microsoft’s willingness to listen to user feedback has been uneven in the past, but with the arrival of Windows 11 25H2, the company is taking a small yet significant step towards giving users more control over their operating system. For years, Windows users—especially those outside the “power...

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...

Microsoft has released the KB5060829 update for Windows 11, version 24H2, introducing a suite of enhancements aimed at improving user experience, accessibility, and system performance. This preview build, OS Build 26100.4484, is currently available to Windows Insiders in the Release Preview...

Microsoft has released Windows 11 Build 26100.4484 (KB5060829) as a preview update, introducing a suite of enhancements and fixes aimed at improving user experience, system performance, and administrative control. This update is currently available to Insiders in the Release Preview Channel. Key...

Windows 11 continues to evolve with every Insider Preview build, and the third week of June has showcased several intriguing developments that have sparked both excitement and debate in the Windows community. From unexpected nostalgia-laden audio glitches to long-anticipated privacy controls for...