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Netflix finally brought its long-promised offline-download feature to Windows 10 — but the story since that launch is a textbook case in how platform choices, licensing agreements, and product redesigns can change what users actually get on their laptops and tablets. (techcrunch.com...

Microsoft has confirmed that OneNote for Windows 10 will reach end of support on October 14, 2025, after which the app will become read‑only and will no longer receive updates, fixes, or sync functionality — Microsoft is directing all users to migrate to the unified OneNote on Windows (the...

After more than twenty years of evolution, OneNote finally ships a simple — but genuinely consequential — productivity fix: a built‑in option to paste without formatting, accessible via the standard Ctrl+Shift+V (Windows) and Cmd+Shift+V (Mac) shortcuts, plus the familiar right‑click “Keep text...

Here are the official highlights for Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 27913 (Canary Channel), according to the Microsoft blog post: Changes and Improvements General Includes a small set of general improvements and fixes to improve the overall experience for Insiders running this build...

If you’ve ever rebooted your PC and felt a wave of nostalgia at the unmistakable chime that once heralded the arrival of Windows Vista, you’re not alone. This week, Windows enthusiasts running the latest Canary build of Windows 11 (27898) were once again greeted by the iconic, shimmering Vista...

Here is a summary of the information on the Microsoft Support page for the "July 8, 2025—Baseline": This date marks the release of the security update baseline for July 2025. The update pertains to Windows 11 Enterprise LTSC 2024. For specific details on the update, users are directed to...

Here’s a summary of what you need to know about downloading and updating to Windows 11 version 25H2, based on information from Microsoft and recent Windows update practices: How Windows 11 Version 25H2 Updates Work Enablement Package (eKB): If your PC is running Windows 11 version 24H2, the...

Here's today's tech update from PCQuest: Microsoft releases first preview of Windows 11 25H2 update for Insider users Microsoft debuted the first preview of Windows 11 version 25H2 for Windows Insider Program participants. The 25H2 update, coming to everyone in the second half of 2025, features...

Microsoft is introducing a new customization feature in Windows 11 that allows users to adjust the on-screen position of system indicators such as volume, brightness, virtual desktops, and camera controls. This enhancement, currently available in preview builds, offers users the flexibility to...

Microsoft's Snipping Tool, a staple in Windows for capturing screenshots, is poised for a significant enhancement: the ability to create and export animated GIFs directly within the application. This development, currently being tested in the Canary and Dev channels of Windows 11, aims to...

Microsoft’s vision of the PC interface has always centered on the Start menu—a gateway to productivity, entertainment, and daily routines for over a billion users worldwide. With the Windows 11 25H2 update on the horizon, the Start menu is set to undergo one of its biggest changes in recent...

In a surprising twist, the latest Windows 11 preview builds have resurrected the iconic startup sound from Windows Vista, a chime that also graced Windows 7. Users booting their systems after installing the recent update were greeted by this nostalgic audio cue, replacing the standard Windows 11...

Here are the features and improvements included in Windows 10 22H2 Build 19045.6029 (KB5061087), as released to the Release Preview Channel on June 12, 2025: Key Features and Improvements Mobile Operator Profiles: Updated the Country and Operator Settings Asset (COSA) profiles. App Platforms...

Notepad, one of the oldest and most recognizable apps in the Windows ecosystem, has quietly undergone a transformation that signals how even the most basic utilities are not immune to the relentless march of modernization. With the latest Windows 11 updates, Microsoft is leveraging user demand...

The time-honored Notepad has always been Windows’ bluntest tool for digital scribbles—its lasting iconography owes as much to its sheer simplicity as to nostalgia. For decades, it stood almost defiantly basic compared to glossier upstarts and feature-packed note-taking apps. But Microsoft...

Interest in customizable, dynamic user interfaces for Windows reached a new level of excitement this week, after a prominent Microsoft engineer gave a public sneak peek at a project with the potential to fundamentally change the way many interact with their PCs. On May 22, 2025, Etienne Baudoux...

Microsoft's latest Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26120.4151 introduces a suite of AI-driven enhancements, signaling a significant shift in the operating system's functionality. These updates, while promising increased productivity and user engagement, also raise questions about the balance...

As Microsoft approaches the official end-of-support phase for Windows 10, users, enterprises, and IT administrators are bracing for a wave of changes impacting how they work and secure their devices. Amid a flurry of announcements, policy updates, and user anxieties about shifting to Windows 11...

In a recent discussion, Microsoft engineer Raymond Chen shed light on the intricacies of the Windows clipboard, emphasizing its design for optimal performance. Chen, known for his deep dives into Windows architecture, explained that the clipboard's asynchronous operation is a deliberate choice...

Microsoft’s relentless push to modernize and reinvent the Windows 11 experience took an ambitious leap with today’s announcement of the “next wave of Windows experiences.” Windows 11 is poised to roll out significant updates in the coming months—from a redesigned Start menu to a new class of...