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A subtle shift is unfolding in the daily experience of Windows 11 users—a long-standing irritation has been diminished, just as a new, more persistent frustration emerges. Microsoft’s latest moves to streamline the setup and ongoing management of Windows 11 may reflect progress, but they also...

In the ever-evolving landscape of Windows 11, Microsoft’s bold attempts at streamlining the user interface have always sparked passionate reactions, and none more so than their experiment with a simplified System Tray layout on the Taskbar. Last year, enthusiasts witnessed Microsoft trial a new...

Despite standing on the edge of its operational twilight, Windows 10 has once again found itself at the center of controversy, thanks to a June update that injects Microsoft’s Bing search engine and Edge browser deeper into the experience—much to the ire of users who prefer other browsers and...

Microsoft’s Notepad has long been a staple of Windows—a humble, fast-loading tool designed for jotting plain text with none of the bells and whistles found in more advanced editors. For decades, its minimalism has been both a blessing and a boundary, endearing it to a dedicated segment of users...

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...

For many Windows 10 users, the Start menu and taskbar represent the heart of daily productivity, offering immediate access to recent files, applications, and system features. Over the years, Microsoft’s Start menu has evolved, pivoting between various design philosophies and user experience...

In a recent update to Windows 10, users have noticed a subtle yet significant change: the removal of the clock displaying seconds in the Calendar flyout. This alteration has sparked discussions among users who rely on precise timekeeping. Interestingly, Windows 11 appears to be addressing this...

Microsoft's rumored Windows 11 overhaul is stirring up plenty of buzz—and not without good reason. If you’ve been following the whispers and industry leaks, you might already be wondering if this major update will redefine how you use your PC. Beneath the polished visuals and familiar interface...

Microsoft’s digital storefront is getting a long-overdue makeover, and it's all driven by user feedback. Over the past few months, the company has been quietly implementing more than 150 client-side updates to address persistent frustrations – and Windows enthusiasts are beginning to see the...

It seems Microsoft is giving Windows 10 a farewell party with a touch of grace and glitter before the operating system takes a bow on October 14, 2025, the official date for its end-of-support. Windows 10 users who’ve stuck with the decade-old juggernaut are about to see some fresh life pumped...

Microsoft is gearing up to give its Microsoft 365 suite a dramatic makeover slated for early 2025. For those who live and breathe Microsoft services—or at least rely on them to manage everything from work assignments to personal to-do lists—change is coming. And it's not just a new name or icon...

Microsoft has been cranking out updates to enhance, iterate, or sometimes bloat its beloved (and occasionally pesky) Windows operating system. On November 22, 2024, the latest non-security patch for Windows 11 24H2—titled KB5046740—was unleashed. And let's just say, it brings gifts in the form...

The long-standing Control Panel in Microsoft Windows, a staple since the very first version of the operating system, is set to be eliminated in favor of the more modern Settings menu. This change, announced recently by Microsoft, brings a significant shift in how users will interact with their...

I am 58 and have been using Windows probably since Windows 95 started. And yes, there have been problems (XP) But Windows 11 has to be, by far, the worst! It's pretty fast and doesn't have many errors...BUT, you took away ALL user controls!!!! I am a graphic designer and my work is based on...

Hello Windows Insiders, today we are releasing Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 22533 to the Dev Channel. TL;DR We are resetting the rollout of the updated entry point for Widgets with weather on the taskbar first introduced with Build 22518. As a result, some Insiders who had this enabled may...

Hello Windows Insiders, today we are releasing Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 22000.100 to everyone in the Dev Channel! Changes and Improvements We have started rolling out Chat from Microsoft Teams to Insiders in the Dev Channel. Not everyone will see it right away, The hidden icons flyout...

Hello Windows Insiders! Today, we are releasing Windows 10 Insider Preview Build 17677 (RS5) to Windows Insiders in the Fast ring in addition to those who opted in to Skip Ahead. What’s new in Build 17677 Microsoft Edge Improvements New, clearer “Settings and more” (“…”) menu: We’ve...

Hello Windows Insiders! Today, we are releasing Windows 10 Insider Preview Build 17035 for PC to Windows Insiders in the Fast ring and for those who opted in to Skip Ahead. PLEASE NOTE: Due to a bug that causes PCs with AMD processors to bugcheck during upgrading to current builds, we are...

Hello Windows Insiders! Today it has been exactly 1 year since we launched Windows 10. We released the first major update for Windows 10 in November. And on Tuesday – we will begin to roll out the Windows 10 Anniversary Update to over 350 million devices. We’ve had 3 major releases in 1 year...

Hi everyone, Today we are releasing Windows 10 Insider Preview Build 14352 to Windows Insiders in the Fast ring. Here’s what’s new in Build 14352 Cortana Improvements Cortana, Your Personal DJ: In addition to playing songs via your local files and OneDrive, you also now have the ability to...