In a significant shift aimed at modernizing its software, Microsoft has announced that legacy Digital Rights Management (DRM) services will no longer support playback in Windows Media Player, Silverlight, Windows 7, and Windows 8. This move, detailed on a recently updated support page by...
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In a bid to streamline the initial setup process for Windows 11 24H2 users, Microsoft has rolled out an Out of Box Experience (OOBE) update under the designation KB5043939. This update was officially launched on September 10, 2024, in alignment with this month's Patch Tuesday...
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Ladies and gentlemen of the Windows universe, a seismic shift is on the horizon. Microsoft is gearing up to bid adieu to ActiveX controls in the upcoming Office 2024 release. This change will affect both Windows 11 and 10 users, signaling a momentous point in our journey with...
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In a move that further solidifies its commitment to bolster security and improve user experience, Microsoft has recently rolled out its latest Patch Tuesday update—KB5043080—targeting Windows 11 24H2 users, particularly those on Copilot+ equipped PCs. This update comes on the heels...
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In the latest episode of Windows 11's evolution, Microsoft has unveiled a small but significant update that could reshape the way users interact with their taskbar. According to recent updates from the Canary Channel builds, users can now drag and drop applications directly from the...
In an exciting development for users of Microsoft's popular communication platform, the new "unified" Microsoft Teams application for Windows 11, Windows 10, and macOS has officially launched after a successful preview phase that began back in March 2024. This latest version is designed to...
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In the ever-evolving landscape of Windows operating systems, navigating settings can often feel like a labyrinth, especially for less technically inclined users. This challenge has spurred the creation of numerous tools and shortcuts aimed at simplifying the user's experience. Recently, the...
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Introduction Stardock has officially released Start11 v2, a significant update to its popular Start menu replacement, now featuring native support for ARM64 devices. This upgrade is particularly welcome news for users of Windows 11 on ARM devices, who have long been navigating the limitations of...
In a significant development for Windows users, Stardock's Start11, a widely-used customization tool for the Windows Start menu, has announced its support for ARM processors on both Windows 11 and Windows 10. This move opens up new possibilities for users adopting the latest ARM-based Windows...
In a significant update, Stardock's popular modification tool, Start11, has made its way to Windows on Arm PCs. This update, version 2.1, introduces native ARM64 support, allowing users to customize the Windows 11 Start menu completely. This news comes on the heels of Microsoft's recent launch...
Microsoft has just rolled out the new unified Teams app for users on Windows 10, Windows 11, and Mac. Following a preview phase launched for Windows Insider Program participants, this app aims to streamline the experience for those using Teams for work, personal, or educational purposes. This...
Microsoft has taken a bold step by automatically installing the new preview version of its Sticky Notes app on Windows 11 systems. Announcing this transition back in June, the tech giant stated that the new app would eventually replace the legacy Sticky Notes. Interestingly, users will find both...
In an ongoing effort to refine and enhance the user experience of Windows 11, Microsoft has announced a new Dynamic Update for Windows 11 24H2. While the name “Dynamic Update” may initially evoke thoughts of significant changes or revolutionary features, the reality is often much more subtle...
Critical CrowdStrike Outage Causes Widespread Blue Screens In recent news, a significant outage has impacted CrowdStrike's Falcon platform, leading to severe issues for many users worldwide. The incident, which began on July 19, 2024, has caused systems to blue screen, disrupting numerous...
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In an update to Windows Insiders in the Release Preview Channel, Microsoft is rolling out Windows 11 Builds 22621.2787 and 22631.2787 along with KB5032288.
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The enhancements and fixes included in this update are as follows:
- This update introduces changes...
Hi... here's a strange question for you.
We've recently 'updated' our 3d software and some systems have run into a purely random, but VERY frustrating issue.
It's a known issue but the developers of our render software can't replicate it because it's very random.
What happens is:
When a...
Hello Windows Insiders, today we are beginning to roll out the new Media Player for Windows 11 to all Windows Insiders in the Dev Channel. We designed the new Media Player to make listening to and watching your multimedia content more enjoyable on Windows 11, and we’re really excited to...
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UPDATED 10:45AM Redmond time with link to download and install from the Store! Hello Windows Insiders, Today we have announced that the first preview of Android™ apps on Windows 11 is now available for Windows Insiders in the Beta Channel in the U.S. If you haven’t already read this blog post...
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