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Ah, the promising horizon of 2025! For the Windows enthusiast, it’s akin to awaiting the next blockbuster movie. Microsoft is setting the stage for some tantalizing updates in Windows 11, all whilst the echo of Windows 10's last hurrah fades into the background. So, what magic tricks does...

When Microsoft said Windows 10 was going to be retired, they weren't joking. But for those clinging to this aging operating system, help doesn't come cheap—or simple. Microsoft recently updated its guidance on the Extended Security Updates (ESU) program, a plan designed for die-hard Windows 10...

Microsoft has taken a significant step in doubling down on its hardware requirements policy for Windows 11. For many users who have been relying on workarounds to install the operating system on unsupported PCs, those days are coming to an end. Let’s explore what this means, the history of these...

If you've ever felt the pang of envy watching Android and Windows users seamlessly connect their devices, Microsoft has some exciting news for you: A new Windows 11 update will soon let you control your iPhone directly from your PC. The days of treating your Apple device like the spoiled kid in...

If you’ve ever had the faint pang of envy watching someone effortlessly pair their gadgets because of platform exclusivity, fret no more. In a breakthrough moment for the Windows and iOS communities, Microsoft is rolling out iPhone integration directly into the Windows Start Menu. That’s right –...

Microsoft is shaking up the Windows ecosystem—this time with a move that's bound to excite iPhone users! Historically, integrating an iPhone with your PC could feel like attempting to force two puzzle pieces together that simply weren’t meant to fit. While Android users have long enjoyed a...

So, yesterday I wanted to get some icons out of Windows like recycle bin icon, etc. I know that they are stored in shell32.dll and imageres.dll libraries, so I found them and opened in Resource Hacker. In my surprise, there was no icon data at all! I even checked it through HxD and other raw...

Big shifts are coming for Windows 11 users who enjoy running mobile apps on their PCs. Recently, Microsoft announced a critical update regarding the Amazon Appstore and its integration with the Windows Subsystem for Android™ (WSA). If you're a fan of running Android apps on your Windows 11 PC...

Let’s set the stage. You unbox your high-end USB Digital-to-Analog Converter (DAC)—maybe it's your cherished Denon CEOL Carino or the ever-popular Fosi Audio DAC-Q4. You've hooked it up to your Windows 11 system to craft the ultimate listening experience, only to be greeted with a giant middle...

In a critical update for enterprise IT environments, Microsoft has rolled out a fix addressing a longstanding bug on Windows Server 2022 systems equipped with two or more NUMA (Non-Uniform Memory Access) nodes. This bug had caused these systems to fail at startup, leading to frustration among...

Microsoft is pushing the boundaries of how we interact with our PCs by rolling out AI-powered Windows Search in their latest Windows 11 Insider build. Aimed squarely at testers in the Dev Channel, this cutting-edge feature integrates semantic indexing to enable natural language file searches...

In a world of servers cranking out mission-critical tasks for enterprises around the globe, any slip-up in performance is like finding a glitch in the matrix. And boy, did Microsoft recently dodge a bullet by addressing a bug that had Windows Server 2022 systems halting at the very first...

Even as Windows 10 stands on the precipice of its October 2025 end-of-support deadline, Microsoft has decided to gift the OS one more shiny bauble—a revamped Calendar app. Yes, you read that right; while officially nudging users toward Windows 11, Microsoft seems keen on giving Windows 10 a fond...

Microsoft’s latest move in redefining productivity is causing a stir. The tech giant has officially rebranded its iconic productivity suite, abandoning the legacy title “Microsoft 365 Office” and donning its new moniker, “Microsoft 365 Copilot.” If you're raising an eyebrow over this choice of...

When Windows 10 introduced the idea of seamless continuity between devices—essentially picking up work right where you left off between your phone and PC—it sounded like a tech fairytale come true. But between the disappearance of Windows 10 Mobile and the mysterious persistence of certain...

Windows users, hold onto your keyboards because Microsoft has unleashed something truly exciting—AI-powered Windows Search is officially here for testing! Announced on January 19, 2025, this new feature promises to forever change the way you rummage through your PC for files and settings...

Greetings, Windows enthusiasts! Let’s dive into some breaking news that directly affects your computer and your peace of mind. Microsoft has patched a long-standing vulnerability in its Windows 11 Secure Boot system, known as CVE-2024-7344. While this is a massive step toward ensuring enhanced...

Brace yourselves, Windows users—Microsoft has flagged a critical vulnerability in the Windows Search Service that raises potential cybersecurity alarms. Labeled as CVE-2025-21292, this issue is classified as an Elevation of Privilege (EoP) vulnerability. Let's dive into the depths of what this...

Heads up, Windows enthusiasts! Microsoft has published critical information regarding CVE-2025-21276, a newly identified Denial of Service (DoS) vulnerability tied to the Windows MapUrlToZone feature. This could directly impact systems relying on Windows-specific URL mapping functionalities...

In the evolving labyrinth of cybersecurity, every vulnerability discovered is a clue to bolstering defenses or a reminder of weaknesses in our digital fortresses. The latest entry to the vulnerability roster is CVE-2025-21403—an information disclosure vulnerability affecting Microsoft’s...