In the race to integrate artificial intelligence deeper into our digital lives, Microsoft has become one of the most aggressive players, leveraging Copilot to touch nearly every corner of the Windows experience. The promise is enticing: let AI handle the mundane, the repetitive, and even the...
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The latest Windows 11 beta builds, released to Insider testers, continue Microsoft's years-long quest to move away from the legacy Control Panel and consolidate system configurations within the more modernized Settings app. This incremental migration, recently illuminated by build explorer...
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As whispers from Microsoft’s development labs evolve into tangible technical cues, the Windows ecosystem stands poised on the edge of a new chapter: the forthcoming Windows 11 25H2 update. Unlike seismic overhauls that have characterized some of the operating system’s past leaps, this...
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Windows 11 is evolving at a rapid pace, embracing modern hardware innovations and software refinements that reflect the growing demand for personal control, advanced artificial intelligence, and genuine user feedback. Microsoft’s latest Insider Preview for Windows 11 Dev Channel, Build...
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Windows 11 has long been praised for its focus on accessibility and user-friendliness, but users have frequently found themselves at odds with its strict voice typing profanity filter—a feature that automatically censors strong language by replacing curse words with asterisks. While designed to...
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With a new wave of updates to Windows 11, Microsoft has taken a marked turn towards user empowerment, granting greater control over the operating system’s increasingly sophisticated voice typing features. One of the most notable, and perhaps unexpected, personalization options to emerge is the...
Microsoft’s campaign to move Windows 10 users onto Windows 11–specifically, new Copilot+ PCs–marks a pivotal moment in the evolution of consumer computing. As Windows 10’s end-of-life approaches, signaled by the looming cessation of security updates and mainstream support, Microsoft is not only...
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Microsoft’s update strategy for Windows 11 has always been dynamic, oscillating between major leaps and “calmer” refinement cycles. Now, as clues quietly surface about the next anticipated update—Windows 11 25H2—the approach for this iteration is coming into sharper focus. Instead of boasting...
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Microsoft’s announcement that hot patching in Windows Server 2025 will become a paid feature has generated a robust debate within the IT and security community. Hot patching—the ability to install updates without rebooting servers—has long been seen as a critical evolution in enterprise system...
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Windows 11 has long stood as a testament to Microsoft’s desire to blend productivity, creativity, and control within a sleek interface. Yet, as with all carefully curated user experiences, boundaries exist—some visible, others discreetly woven into the software fabric. Among these has been...
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Microsoft has recently unveiled a suite of AI-driven enhancements for Windows 11, collectively known as Copilot+ updates. These features aim to redefine user interaction by integrating advanced artificial intelligence directly into the operating system. The key additions include the Recall...
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The fast-approaching end of support for Windows 10 heralds one of the most pivotal transitions in the modern IT era. As of October 14, 2025, Microsoft will officially cease issuing bug fixes, security updates, or any technical support for Windows 10. Though the system itself will not suddenly...
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Here's a summary of the thread titled "WTB: Windows 11 pro" on [H]ard|Forum:
A user named williacm is looking to buy a Windows 11 Pro key (and also mentions interest in an RTX 5090 graphics card).
Several replies suggest not purchasing a Windows 11 key from anyone. Instead, users recommend...
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In the fast-evolving world of artificial intelligence and digital productivity, the intersection of antitrust regulation and software bundling has become a subject of intense scrutiny and debate. The decision by South Korea’s Fair Trade Commission (KFTC) to suspend its investigation into...
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In the digital age, acquiring software licenses, particularly for operating systems like Windows 11 Pro, has become a nuanced endeavor. The [H]ard|Forum, a well-regarded community for tech enthusiasts, frequently features discussions where members seek to purchase (WTB: Want To Buy) Windows 11...
Microsoft’s longstanding Control Panel, a historic and familiar hub for Windows system configuration, is steadily being replaced by the more modern and streamlined Settings app. This migration is not a sudden overhaul but a gradual, strategic evolution reflecting Microsoft’s drive to modernize...
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Microsoft is continuing its gradual but deliberate shift of longtime Control Panel elements into the more modern and user-friendly Settings app in Windows 11, a process that highlights the company's vision for a unified settings experience across all devices and use cases. The latest Windows 11...
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Windows 11, now approaching its fourth anniversary, has evolved significantly since its debut in 2021. However, despite numerous updates and refinements, many users—especially enthusiasts—find persistent irritations that hinder their experience with the operating system. These are not...
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Microsoft's introduction of the Recall feature as part of its AI-powered Copilot+ initiative for Windows 11 marks a significant shift in the way users interact with their PCs. After a protracted development period fraught with privacy concerns and multiple delays, the company is now rolling out...
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Microsoft's Recall feature, introduced in Windows 11, has been a topic of significant discussion since its announcement. This feature captures and stores screenshots of user activity, aiming to provide a comprehensive and searchable history of on-screen actions. While it offers potential...
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