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The recent extension of Microsoft 365 app support on Windows 10 comes as a welcome surprise to millions of users and IT departments around the globe, offering a bit more breathing space as the world’s most widely adopted desktop operating system marches toward its official end-of-life. The...

When a senior Microsoft manager publicly proclaims a preference for macOS over Windows 11—especially in a forum as visible as X (formerly Twitter)—the resulting ripple is bound to be felt across the technology landscape. The digital ink spilled following Merill Fernando’s tweet has not only...

The recent social media activity of Merill Fernando, a senior product manager at Microsoft, has sparked a nuanced debate about the reality of cross-platform preferences—even among leaders at the world's top software companies. When Fernando tweeted a tongue-in-cheek photo of pop singer Katy...

Microsoft’s internal culture has always been closely watched, scrutinized for any sign of shifting preferences or competitive doubts—especially when it comes to its never-ending rivalry with Apple. In a surprising turn of events, Merill Fernando, a senior product manager at Microsoft, recently...

For months, the digital landscape has signaled a dramatic shift in operating system adoption, particularly among gamers and power users who frequent platforms like Steam. With the Windows 10 end-of-life (EOL) support deadline looming—officially set for October 14th, 2025—data from the latest...

In an era where operating system loyalties often evoke fervent debates, a public admission by Merill Fernando, Product Manager at Microsoft, that macOS better suits his workflow than Windows 11, has ignited both reflection and controversy across tech circles. Such candor from a core member of...

At a time when the digital world feels more surveilled, prodded, and manipulated than ever, the operating system that for decades claimed to "empower every person on the planet" seems increasingly committed not to enable, but to entrap. Windows, once lauded for its flexibility and broad...

Windows finds itself at a moment of uncomfortable reckoning—one poised between its vast legacy and a growing sense of ennui, even resentment, among loyal users. Once the great disruptor, now the reluctant incumbent, Microsoft’s operating system dominates desktop computing in raw numbers, but...

Few events spark debate in the tech world like a high-profile insider publicly expressing a preference for a rival platform. When Merill Fernando, a Product Manager at Microsoft, openly declared on X that macOS suits his workflow better than Windows 11, it wasn’t just a personal preference; it...

Devart has recently unveiled version 7.1 of its dbForge Tools for SQL Server, introducing compatibility with the forthcoming SQL Server 2025, the preview of SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS) 21, and Windows Server 2025. This update underscores Devart's commitment to providing developers and...

Once, a well-worn 13-inch MacBook Pro finally gave up after years of loyal service, prompting its owner—a seasoned technology journalist—to consider whether Apple’s lauded M2 iPad Pro could rise as a modern replacement. On the surface, it was a battle of generational hardware: a decade-old...

Switching computer ecosystems is never just about hardware speed or visual polish. Often, it’s a testament to how thoroughly a platform can map itself to the everyday workflows of its users. When one of Windows’ most ardent users moves to macOS—and finds little reason to look back—it delivers a...

The WINE project’s latest milestone marks more than just a technical update; it represents a remarkable shift in the legacy and stewardship of open-source software compatibility between Windows and Unix-like operating systems. The recent release of Mono 6.14.0—its first since the stewardship...

With the curtain slowly coming down on Windows 10 support by October 2025, the urgency to choose your next operating system has started to sink in across personal and corporate computing landscapes alike. For many, a straightforward upgrade to Windows 11 will make perfect sense. For others...

Microsoft’s AI Push Continues: Copilot Transforms Windows and Expands to Apple Ecosystem A New Era for Digital Assistants As artificial intelligence continues its advance into the mainstream, Microsoft’s Copilot project has become increasingly central to its vision for productivity, creativity...

Users across Windows and macOS are still grappling with a vexing OneDrive synchronization bug that has persisted for over ten months. Originally reported in June 2024, the issue sees shared folders mysteriously replaced by web shortcuts (.url files) instead of the expected locally synced...

The landscape of gaming on macOS has always been an intriguing patchwork of emulation, virtualization, and ingenious workarounds. Recently, however, an important tool known as Whisky—a free, open-source solution designed to run Windows games on Mac—has hit a crossroads. Once heralded by many as...

Below is an in-depth guide that walks you through various methods to reveal saved Wi‑Fi passwords across multiple devices and operating systems. Whether you’re struggling to connect a new gadget or simply need to share your password without resorting to a full network reset, these tricks can...

In the ever-changing landscape of operating system design, Windows 11’s Start Menu has once again captured the spotlight—this time with design cues that evoke comparisons to the sleek simplicity of macOS’s Launchpad. Microsoft is clearly on a mission: to refine and redefine the Start Menu...

Great news for Windows enthusiasts! It seems that the tide is turning in Windows 11 as the long-requested “small taskbar buttons” feature is on the horizon. Set to debut in an upcoming update slated for late November or December 2024, this eagerly awaited alteration aims to bring back the...