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...
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In the fast-moving world of PC gaming, stability is as treasured as high framerates and cutting-edge graphics. In recent months, Windows 11 24H2—a highly anticipated update lauded for its performance upgrades and modern hardware support—became the center of a storm due to a critical Blue Screen...
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Here are the key details and highlights from the Microsoft support page for the July 22, 2025—KB5062663 (OS Builds 22621.5699) Preview update for Windows 11 version 23H2:
Overview
Release Date: July 22, 2025
Update Version: OS Builds 22621.5699 and 22631.5699
Applies To: Windows 11 version...
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For more than four decades, the Blue Screen of Death (BSOD) has been as much a part of the Windows experience as the Start menu or the Recycle Bin. It’s a symbol recognized far and wide—sometimes feared, often joked about, but universally acknowledged as the moment when things go wrong in the...
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Microsoft has recently released Windows 11 Build 26100.4762 (KB5062660) to Insiders in the Release Preview Channel, marking a significant update for users on Windows 11, version 24H2 (Build 26100). This build introduces a range of new features and improvements, some of which are being rolled out...
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For anyone who has spent countless hours hunting for a specific file in the maze of Windows folders, the limitations of Windows Search have long been a pain point. The introduction of Copilot’s new AI-powered file search promises a significant leap toward smarter, more intuitive discovery—one...
Microsoft has officially begun rolling out the Windows 11 25H2 update, marking a significant milestone in the evolution of its operating system. This latest release focuses on enhancing system stability, refining user experience, and introducing subtle yet impactful features.
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For generations of computer users, few sights have inspired anxiety quite like the infamous Blue Screen of Death. Whether you’re a casual home user or an IT professional on call, the sudden flash of cerulean with stark white error codes has signaled serious trouble in the heart of Windows PCs...
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On April 8, 2025, Microsoft released a comprehensive security update, commonly referred to as the "April 8, 2025—Baseline." This update is part of Microsoft's ongoing commitment to enhance the security and functionality of its operating systems and associated services. The baseline encompasses a...
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After years of anticipation, the balance of power in the PC operating system world is finally on the cusp of a dramatic shift. According to a fresh analysis of global desktop usage, Windows 11 is set to overtake its predecessor to become the world’s most popular desktop operating system. The...
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As the countdown continues toward the end of Windows 10 support, the global PC landscape is witnessing an unmistakable paradigm shift: Windows 11 is finally on track to overtake its predecessor in worldwide market share. For months, Microsoft’s latest desktop operating system has trailed just...
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In a surprising turn of events, Windows 11 beta testers have reported hearing the iconic Windows Vista startup sound upon booting their systems. This unexpected occurrence has sparked a wave of nostalgia and curiosity among long-time Windows users.
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As Microsoft approaches the official sunset of Windows 10, slated for October 14, a newly controversial update to its aging operating system has ignited debate, illustrating just how invested users have become in the finer points of their digital experience. Recent changes surrounding the humble...
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For months, Windows 11 users who rely on dual boot configurations with Linux found themselves confronted with a mystifying, persistent problem—one that not only hampered productivity but also laid bare the complicated intersection between evolving security standards and user flexibility in...
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On May 7, 2025 I updated my work PC to 24H2. I use sync.com and OneDrive. Since the update, spreadsheets on my favorites list (on windows explorer) will open locally when they reside in sync.com but OneDrive files open in a browser. My laptop does the same. Is this a Microsoft bug or is there a...
For years, the Windows Start menu has stood as both a symbol of user familiarity and a lightning rod for controversy. In the context of Windows 11, few issues have garnered as much user feedback—and outright frustration—as the new Start menu design and its limits on customization. From forums...
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Here's a summary of what the new Windows 11 Start menu update means based on your quoted source and the latest information:
What’s New with the Windows 11 Start Menu?
Customization and Personalization: Microsoft is introducing more options for users to organize and personalize their Start menu...
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Few events in the technology world inspire as much anticipation—and, occasionally, apprehension—as the major deployment phases of Microsoft’s Windows operating systems. Now, with Microsoft’s confirmation that the final deployment phase for Windows 11 Version 24H2 (officially referenced in some...
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Windows 11 users are on the precipice of one of the platform’s most comprehensive overhauls to date, as Microsoft embarks on an ambitious rollout that promises to realign the operating system’s identity with the rapidly evolving world of on-device artificial intelligence and deeper cross-device...
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Microsoft’s highly anticipated Windows 11 24H2 update has officially reached broad availability, marking a significant milestone in the evolution of its flagship operating system. As the company rolls out this landmark release through Windows Update, millions of devices across the world are...
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