personal computing

Windows 11 has taken nearly four years to surpass its older sibling, but today it controls just over 52% of the Windows desktop and laptop landscape—a significant turning point, especially with Microsoft’s end-of-support deadline for Windows 10 now looming just over three months away. According...

Windows 11 has entered a subtle but profound new era in personal computing, marked by the introduction of Mu, Microsoft’s small but powerful AI model. Far from the high-profile, attention-grabbing assistants we've come to associate with AI—think of Alexa echoing in your home or Copilot speaking...

Microsoft’s bold foray into the next era of personal computing arrived with the launch of two new Surface devices, the Surface Laptop and Surface Pro, both under the Copilot+ PC banner. With the world’s PC landscape evolving to embrace artificial intelligence at its core, these devices are not...

The arrival of Copilot+ PCs marks a significant shift in the landscape of personal computing, blending the raw speed of next-generation hardware with deeply integrated AI features to reshape how we approach productivity, creativity, and even gaming. Launched under the Windows 11 banner, these...

A new era of personal computing has begun, with Windows 11 Copilot+ PCs emerging as the vanguard of productivity. These devices, designed from the ground up to harness the power of AI directly on your desktop or laptop, promise not only to change how you work—but to supercharge every aspect of...

Few things capture the spirit of personal computing quite like customizing the look, feel, and behavior of your Windows PC. For decades, hobbyists and professionals alike have transformed their desktops from sterile out-of-the-box experiences into highly tailored digital workspaces, reflecting...

The evolution of personal computing has been defined by fierce competition, relentless innovation, and recent paradigm shifts that challenge established norms. Nowhere is this more apparent than in the growing momentum behind Windows on Arm, Microsoft’s ambitious initiative to bring...

Microsoft’s Copilot was envisioned as a transformative addition to the Windows experience—an AI-powered assistant meant to rival the impact of the iconic Start button. However, in its latest evolution, Copilot is also poised to become a new frontier for advertising, blending conversational AI...

Almost a year after its initial unveiling, Microsoft’s Recall feature is making a high-profile return—now fortified with a suite of privacy and security enhancements—and it comes alongside an upgraded, AI-powered Windows Search experience designed specifically for Copilot+ PCs. This relaunch is...

Microsoft is taking cautious steps forward with the rollout of its Recall feature for Windows 11 Insiders. After several setbacks and plenty of buzz, this newly revived tool is being introduced gradually to a select group of devices – specifically those falling under the Copilot+ PC category...

Every so often, a new PC feature arrives that promises to change the way we live—and, perhaps, quietly watch absolutely everything we do. Microsoft's foray into activity-tracking with Copilot Recall is generating the kind of buzz usually reserved for disruptive startups and robot overlords...

Windows 11 is evolving once again with the fresh KB5055613 update, now available to Insiders. This update packs a punch by merging advanced AI capabilities into the operating system's core components, ranging from the revamped Widgets board to a smarter search experience and significantly...

Microsoft's 50th anniversary isn’t just a celebration of a storied past—it’s also a bold announcement of the future. In an era where artificial intelligence increasingly drives innovation, Microsoft is pivoting to create a deeply integrated, personalized computing experience through its...

Microsoft’s 50th anniversary is more than a milestone—it’s a statement of enduring influence and a herald of what’s to come in the age of AI. For half a century, Microsoft has not only shaped the computing landscape with innovations like MS-DOS, Windows, and Microsoft Office, but it has also...

Bill Gates’ recent unveiling of the Altair BASIC source code isn’t just a trip down memory lane—it’s a full-blown time capsule opening that bridges Microsoft’s humble origins with its cutting-edge present. In a celebration that coincides with the company’s 50th anniversary, Gates, reflecting on...

In the world of artificial intelligence and computing, Microsoft is stirring up excitement once again with its latest innovation. The company has announced that its DeepSeek AI will soon be integrated into Windows Copilot+ PCs, broadening the scope of AI capabilities for personal computers...

In an exciting twist to the traditional desktop computing landscape, Microsoft has introduced the Windows 365 Link—a mini desktop PC that is set to run Windows 11 exclusively through cloud technology. This innovative device signifies Microsoft's leap into a new category of computing, dubbed...

As some regions begin to make their way out of the challenges and disruption of the past 18 months, a new world of work is emerging. Organizations everywhere have been transformed through virtual processes and remote collaboration. Microsoft’s latest addition to hybrid computing is Link...

Today I’m excited to share more details about “Project Spartan,” the new browser we are introducing in Windows 10. Project Spartan will be available across the Windows 10 device family. It is fast, compatible, and built for the modern Web. Project Spartan is designed to work the way you do, with...

This blog was written by Kevin Dallas, General Manager, Windows IoT Group. Today the Link Removed announced the retail availability of their new board, the Raspberry Pi 2. We’re excited to join the Foundation in also announcing that Windows 10 will support Raspberry Pi 2, which will be free for...