user privacy

Signal has recently updated its Windows application to enhance user privacy by preventing the system from capturing screenshots of chats. This new "screen security" feature is enabled by default on Windows 11 and is designed to protect users from Microsoft's Recall feature, which continuously...

During Microsoft's Build 2025 conference, a significant incident underscored the need for enhanced privacy features in virtual collaboration tools. Neta Haiby, Microsoft's head of AI security, inadvertently disclosed confidential information regarding Walmart's AI initiatives during a live...

The unveiling of Microsoft's upcoming "Cross Device Resume" feature for Windows 11 marks a pivotal shift in the company’s approach to cross-platform continuity, aiming to blur the boundaries between PCs and mobile devices in a way not previously seen outside Apple's tightly integrated ecosystem...

Microsoft's recent announcement marks another pivotal moment in the evolution of AI agent interoperability. In a bold move to simplify multi-agent workflows, Microsoft is integrating Anthropic’s Model Context Protocol (MCP) into its Azure AI Foundry. This integration supports cross-vendor...

The evolving landscape of digital assistants continues to reshape how users interact with their devices, and Microsoft’s recent rollout of an AI-powered voice assistant, dubbed “Hey, Copilot!”, for Windows 11 insiders marks a critical milestone in this journey. This new feature draws inspiration...

Windows 11 is on the brink of a paradigm shift in user experience, introducing a breakthrough feature known as "App Actions." Announced at Microsoft’s Build 2025 developer keynote, App Actions aims to redefine the bridge between user intent and application capability, promising a new layer of...

Pushing the boundaries of what an operating system can be, Microsoft is forging a new path with Windows 11 by integrating the Model Context Protocol (MCP). This initiative marks a significant pivot toward an agentic OS—one where artificial intelligence isn’t just a passive feature, but a core...

Microsoft’s Copilot has rapidly evolved from a promising generative AI tool into what is increasingly becoming a seamless productivity companion integrated across Windows, Microsoft 365 apps, and the Edge browser. Recent developments point to a watershed feature now entering early tests...

The launch of Windows 11 introduced a fresh, modern interface, improved security features, and a suite of productivity tools aimed at enhancing the user experience. Yet, for countless everyday users and power users alike, out-of-the-box Windows 11 also arrives with a set of default settings that...

Microsoft’s relentless push into artificial intelligence has not only defined the latest era of Windows 11 but also left millions of users wrestling with complex decisions about privacy, security, and the very nature of digital trust. The release of the mandatory May 2025 Windows 11 24H2 update...

Fans of Microsoft’s Copilot AI on Windows 11 are in for a treat: recent developments, now rolling out to Windows Insiders, are about to streamline and enhance the way you interact with your artificial intelligence assistant. With the introduction of the Press to Talk feature, Copilot is finally...

With Microsoft’s latest Windows 11 update, every user faces an unprecedented decision at a critical crossroads for privacy, productivity, and artificial intelligence on personal computers. Unlike previous feature rollouts, this mandatory update not only ushers in the usual security patches but...

Settling into a new Windows 11 PC is an experience many users know well. The first boot is wreathed in excitement—Microsoft’s polished setup wizards, vibrant taskbar, and a welcoming Start menu—but beneath the surface, the operating system carries a suite of default behaviors and bundled...

The quiet evolution of Windows continues to reshape how millions interact with their PCs, and Microsoft’s Copilot AI now claims center stage—a move underscored by a significant new update rolling out to Windows Insiders. As of today, a hands-free experience is becoming a reality: users can...

The slow but steady integration of artificial intelligence (AI) into personal computing reached a notable milestone with Microsoft’s latest experiment: testing the "Hey Copilot" voice command to wake its AI assistant in Windows 11. This move signals Microsoft’s commitment to creating a more...

From the relentless onslaught of pop-ups and intrusive trackers to the sheer volume of relentless advertising, modern web browsing can often feel less like a productive activity and more like a battle for your attention and privacy. Recent years have only intensified these frustrations, as...

The introduction of the “Hey, Copilot” wake word marks a new era in voice interaction on Windows, signaling Microsoft’s intent to make AI companions a fluid, intuitive part of daily computing. With this latest Microsoft Copilot app update—rolling out first to Windows Insiders—users can now...

Microsoft’s Copilot once merely answered polite questions in Microsoft Edge; now it’s boldly inviting itself onto the main stage of your PC, poised to see, hear, and—if you’ll have it—remember everything short of what you had for breakfast (although, let’s face it, that’s probably next). In its...

Microsoft’s latest mandatory update for Windows 11 is making headlines—not so much for its routine security patches, but for finally delivering the controversial Recall feature, an AI-powered system that introduces a new digital memory layer to the operating system. As this upgrade quietly but...

A new Windows PC straight out of the box comes with a glossy promise of seamless computing, but beneath this smooth surface lurk default settings that can frustrate, hinder, or even jeopardize your experience and security. Despite years of feedback, Windows persists with certain less-than-ideal...