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Microsoft has quietly added a simple but consequential toggle in Microsoft Edge Dev that hands users explicit control over whether the browser’s Efficiency mode follows Windows 11’s system-level Energy Saver or stays enabled all the time—an integration that tightens the browser’s...

Microsoft has confirmed that its August 12, 2025 cumulative security update introduced a security hardening to Windows Installer that is triggering unexpected User Account Control (UAC) prompts and breaking silent MSI repair/configuration flows for standard (non‑administrator) users across a...

Microsoft has begun rolling out Windows Backup for Organizations, a tenant‑scoped, Intune‑integrated backup and restore capability designed to capture user preferences and Microsoft Store app lists so IT can restore a familiar Windows experience on Microsoft Entra‑joined devices during...

The collection and use of browsing activity by web browsers has long been a subject of both innovation and controversy. Microsoft Edge, one of the world’s leading browsers, has recently updated and clarified its practices related to collecting and using users’ browsing activity for personalized...

Windows 11 users have long sought smarter, less disruptive ways to extend the battery life of their laptops and tablets. Now, Microsoft is responding to that demand with a significant update: the Adaptive Energy Saver, introduced in preview with Windows 11's latest Canary build. This feature...

Windows 11 has long stood as a testament to Microsoft’s desire to blend productivity, creativity, and control within a sleek interface. Yet, as with all carefully curated user experiences, boundaries exist—some visible, others discreetly woven into the software fabric. Among these has been...

Not content with letting you paint your desktop in weird pastel hues or chasing you down with AI-powered widgets, Microsoft is now ready to add a little more, shall we say, color, to your conversations—by letting you toggle off the profanity filter for voice typing in Windows 11. That’s right...

If there’s a competition for the world’s most persistent street hustler, Microsoft Windows’ relentless Game Pass pop-ups could take home the gold—along with several silver and bronze medals. For anyone who’s ever thought, “I wish my operating system would behave more like a pushy panhandler,”...

In the ever-evolving landscape of Windows 11, users are continuously discovering new features that enhance productivity and streamline workflow. One such convenience comes courtesy of the Snipping Tool, a native screen capture utility that’s much more than just a simple screenshot taker. With...

Windows 11 enthusiasts who once exploited the bypassnro command to sidestep mandatory Microsoft account sign-ins are now facing a new reality. In a bid to streamline security protocols and fortify the user experience, Microsoft has removed this command from the latest Windows 11 builds. For...

I am running Intel HD Graphics with ver. 10.18.10.4358 on Windows 10 Pro 22H2. I used to have a brightness slider before, but lately, it has disappeared. I have tried everything, to no avail. When I went to Notifications and Actions, I saw nothing in there to do with displays. Help said...

Group Policy Editor Error (0x8007004) occurred parsing file. Network access is denied Upgraded to Windows 2025 Domain Controllers and when I click on either Computer Configuration Preference or User configuration Preferences I get this error. I have upgraded the domain level, added the extra...

So, you've finally purchased that sleek new Windows laptop in 2024, equipped with all the AI bells and whistles, including an NPU (Neural Processing Unit). But there it is—that shiny, tempting Copilot button glaring at you from the keyboard. It practically screams that it wants to revolutionize...

If it feels like your sleek Windows 11 operating system has turned into a billboard for Microsoft's Xbox Game Pass PC edition, you're not imagining it. Numerous users have taken notice of the increased frequency of notifications that recommend (or let's be honest, advertise) trying out...

If you've ever found yourself in a tug-of-war with Microsoft Copilot on Windows 10, you’re not alone. While this artificial intelligence tool can be a handy resource for tech-savvy adults, it might pose challenges for younger users or employees who need to develop problem-solving skills...

The System Tray in Windows 11, often referred to as the notification area, may not always be a beacon of efficiency. Sometimes, it resembles a cluttered desk after a few too many coffee breaks—distracting and overwhelming. But fear not! In this guide, we’ll delve into five savvy settings that...

Hello, In my ONEDRIVE happen something that i don't understand. I didn't customize anything. Only copy ma DATA to backup it. But he always cretate without my intervention a file with several names, like Dokumente, i delete it and he create another named Documenti, end so on. Why this happen...

Hello I am trying to set the default domain policy in the Active directory the specify the display dim brightness for the user machines. I set the rule on the group policy through the computer configuration and I can see it going through to the registry editor to see whether the policy has...

I have a windows laptop being used in clamshell mode with external monitor. After i sent it to sleep when i try ti wake it up with mouse movement its not waking like macbook. Saw online videos to change setting in device manager>mice settings>power management But i do not have power management...

I have windows 10 pro, and every time I startup or reboot, the same support page opens up in my default browser (attached. I don´t even know why this page, as I never accessed it). At first I thought it was the “Microsoft Edge” problem that many people have, opening up at startup. After doing...