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Microsoft is taking a bold step toward a more personalized AI future by introducing customizable avatars for its Copilot assistant. Announced during Microsoft’s 50th-anniversary Copilot event, the new “Copilot Avatar” concept marries cutting-edge artificial intelligence with a humanized...

Microsoft isn’t just tweaking the iconic Start menu or introducing subtle visual flourishes—it's overhauling how it communicates the future evolution of Windows 11. For years, eager users scoured scattered developer posts and sporadic Insider updates to piece together the next-generation...

Microsoft’s latest move to boost transparency and user engagement has everyone in the Windows community talking. The tech giant has unveiled a brand-new roadmap for Windows 11, answering the call from thousands of IT professionals worldwide who have long requested more clarity on the update...

Microsoft is taking another significant step in enhancing Windows 11’s accessibility features. The latest build—numbered 26384—introduces a fresh twist to the Voice Access tool with a revamped update menu. While the tool has long been a favorite among users who rely on voice command...

The dynamic evolution of digital advertising gets a new spin as we mark a decade-long collaboration between Taboola and Microsoft. Over the past 10 years, this partnership has seamlessly integrated AI-powered advertising into some of the most visited Microsoft properties, enhancing user...

Taboola, a major player in digital advertising technology, is broadening its long-standing relationship with Microsoft by extending its service reach to the Microsoft 365 suite. For a decade, Taboola has successfully powered ads across numerous Microsoft platforms—including MSN, Microsoft Edge...

Facebook Login Walls: What Windows Users Should Know Social media platforms have long walked the tightrope between open sharing and protecting user privacy. Recent examples on Facebook—two remarkably similar posts that greet viewers with a “You must log in to continue” message—have reignited...

Brace yourselves, Windows users—Microsoft seems intent on leveling up its Copilot AI with a bold and playful twist. Leaked information indicates that the tech giant is working on character-based features for its Copilot platform. This modernization effort gives AI a more human(ish) touch by...

Dear WindowsForum Community, On this Thanksgiving Day, we want to take a moment to express our heartfelt gratitude to each and every one of you. Your contributions, discussions, and camaraderie make this forum not just a platform, but a true community where knowledge and friendship thrive. As...

In the ever-evolving world of software, change is constant. Microsoft is no stranger to this paradigm, and its latest update to the Microsoft Store heralds a significant step forward in app and game presentations. This newly revamped experience is currently being tested with Windows Insiders and...

We are thrilled to announce a significant upgrade to our forum's AI capabilities, designed to enhance your experience and streamline interactions. Our AI system has undergone substantial improvements, and we're excited to share these new features with you. Key Enhancements: Intelligent Q&A...

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...

Introduction The latest Windows development introduces Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 22635.3420 to the Beta Channel, setting the stage for a host of new features, enhancements, and fixes. This build, accompanied by known issues and gradual feature rollouts, extends the Windows experience...

The last two years have had a profound and durable impact on how we live our lives, with the PC playing a more meaningful role than ever. Recently a friend reflected that he never would have expected that his eight-year-old son would become proficient in Teams and OneNote or that his...

Notifications are an important part of the web, helping users stay up to date about what’s going on. Earlier this summer we announced a set of changes to make notification requests less distracting for users. This was just the first step, and we are working to reenable the full notification...

Microsoft has been in the news business for more than 23 years. When we launched MSN in 1995, the news industry was just beginning to provide content online. The period that followed was one of dramatic change and reinvention, forcing news organizations to re-think their programming and business...

As many of you know, building quality apps is quite a commitment and investment in time. Once your app is in the Store, the next challenge is getting the word out about your new title and driving traffic to your product. Today, we’d like to announce a new tool for marketing your apps in your own...

A little over a year ago, we outlined our vision to bring Progressive Web Apps (PWAs) to the more than half a billion devices running Windows 10. We believe PWAs are key to the web’s future, and couldn’t be more excited about their potential to enable more immersive web app experiences across...

Microsoft announces the extension of the Microsoft Office Bounty Program through December 31, 2017. This extension is retroactive for any cases submitted during the interim. The engagement we have had with the security community has been great and we are looking to continue that collaboration...

Mixer is the only next-gen live game streaming service that offers viewers real-time influence and participation in game streams. Mixer’s streaming protocol delivers content with less than one second of latency. It makes game streams so fast and clear, that it’s a refreshing surprise to both...