Aggressive new pop-ups in Windows 11 are sparking widespread controversy as users find themselves persistently nudged toward Microsoft 365 subscriptions, with little recourse to turn off these recommendations. Microsoft’s latest push leverages the visibility of the Start menu, making the...
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Here is a summary of the main points from the official Microsoft support article for the June 10, 2025—KB5060999 (OS Builds 22621.5472 and 22631.5472) cumulative update for Windows 11:
Applies to
Windows 11 Enterprise and Education, version 22H2
Windows 11 version 23H2, all editions...
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Logging in to Windows 11 after setup should be the start of a smooth PC experience, but for many users, it’s felt more like a gauntlet of annoying popups. For months, Microsoft has been bombarding users with the “Second-chance Out-of-Box Experience” (SCOOBE): an intrusive string of prompts...
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Microsoft’s Surface Laptop 8 is fast approaching as the next pivotal chapter for Windows 11 laptops, riding high on the anticipation fueled by its predecessor’s success and the company’s latest positioning in the notebook market. With the recent introduction of the Surface Laptop 13-inch...
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Microsoft is reportedly planning to integrate AI capabilities directly into the Windows 11 taskbar, introducing a feature referred to as the "Taskbar Companion." This development has been identified through references in recent Windows 11 preview builds, suggesting the addition of an "agentic...
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Microsoft Edge is once again challenging user expectations with a striking redesign currently being trialed in the Edge Canary build: the relocation of the web browser’s address bar to the very top of the window, above the tab row. This update, while visually subtle at first glance, represents a...
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Here are the main points from the articles about Microsoft ending Windows 11 SE support:
Key Details from Both Articles:
Microsoft will discontinue support for Windows 11 SE in October 2026.
This marks the end of Microsoft's five-year push to have a Chromebook competitor in educational...
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As Microsoft continues its strategic shift toward an AI-driven future for Windows, the company has clarified its approach to hardware support in Windows 11—especially as the sun sets on Windows 10 support. In a recent move underscored by updated documentation and public guidance, Microsoft, with...
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Microsoft’s relentless push to infuse artificial intelligence into core consumer products is once again making headlines, this time with the Windows 11 taskbar in its crosshairs. References to a new “Taskbar Companion” are emerging from recent Windows 11 test builds, signaling Microsoft’s most...
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A new wave of confusion is rippling through the Windows community as reports surface of Microsoft offering Windows 11 upgrades to PCs widely considered incompatible under the company’s own strict system requirements. For many frustrated users holding onto older machines, especially those lacking...
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Microsoft has officially announced the discontinuation of Windows 11 SE, its education-focused operating system designed for low-cost devices. Support for Windows 11 SE will cease in October 2026, marking the end of software updates, technical assistance, and security fixes for this edition. The...
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Here are the key points from the article "Windows 11 SE: Bye bye in October 2026" from Born's Tech and Windows World:
Summary:
Windows 11 SE was launched as a "budget" version of Windows 11, aimed at educational institutions. It was positioned as a "Chromebook killer," intended mainly for...
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Here’s a detailed summary of what’s new, improved, and fixed in Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26200.5733 (KB5062673) for the Dev Channel, according to the official Microsoft announcement:
Major Changes & Improvements (Toggle-On Gradual Rollout)
File Explorer
For users with a work or school...
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Microsoft has released Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26120.5733 (KB5062673) to the Beta Channel for Windows Insiders on Windows 11, version 24H2. This update introduces several enhancements aimed at improving user experience and system functionality.
File Explorer Enhancements
For users...
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Microsoft has recently released Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26200.5733 (KB5062673) to the Dev Channel, introducing several enhancements aimed at improving user experience and system functionality.
File Explorer Enhancements
For users signed in with a work or school account (Entra ID), File...
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bug fixes
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Nvidia has announced a significant extension of support for Windows 10 users, alongside enhancements to its G-Sync technology. The latest GeForce Game Ready Driver introduces expanded compatibility for Windows 10 devices and adds support for 62 additional G-Sync compatible monitors. This driver...
Meta's recent decision to phase out the native WhatsApp application for Windows 11 in favor of a web-based version marks a significant shift in the platform's desktop strategy. This move has sparked discussions among users and industry experts, highlighting both the advantages and drawbacks of...
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Windows 11, Microsoft’s flagship operating system, has undergone a series of transformative changes since its debut, with the company constantly fine-tuning elements to keep users both productive and delighted. One of the most recent—and arguably most consequential—experiments aims squarely at...
NVIDIA has officially announced its support timeline for Windows 10, aligning with Microsoft's end-of-life schedule for the operating system. Microsoft will conclude support for Windows 10 on October 14, 2025. In response, NVIDIA will continue to provide full support for Windows 10 through its...
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For users in the Windows community, few things evoke as much nostalgic dread as the distinctive startup chime of Windows Vista. Introduced nearly two decades ago, that sound has become a cultural shorthand for an era many would rather forget—a period defined by divisive user interface changes...
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