Parallels Desktop turns running Windows on a Mac from a technical workaround into a usable, supported workflow—installing Windows as a virtual machine inside macOS, with features such as Coherence Mode, shared folders, and tight integration that make Windows apps behave like native macOS apps...
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When attempting to install Hyper-V within a Windows Server virtual machine, many IT professionals encounter persistent errors that can derail testing, nested virtualization strategies, or entire hybrid infrastructure plans. As more organizations adopt layered virtualization—running Hyper-V...
When deploying and managing virtual machines (VMs) in Microsoft Azure, system administrators frequently rely on the Azure VM Agent to facilitate robust communication between each guest operating system and Azure’s underlying Fabric Controller. This crucial software component acts as the bridge...
Every now and then, the world of Windows computing throws up stories so unexpected that they straddle the line between humor and horror, illustrating just how complex and sometimes counterintuitive modern computing really is. One such story recently made waves after a Redditor, driven by...
For many Windows enthusiasts, Turbo C++ remains a nostalgically familiar sight—a relic of a time when programming education was often intertwined with the blue screens and chunky menus of early Borland IDEs. Yet, as Windows 10 and Windows 11 march steadily onward, they leave such legacy tools...
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Microsoft has released Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 27881 to the Canary Channel, introducing several notable enhancements aimed at improving user experience and accessibility.
New Profanity Filter Setting for Voice Typing
Responding to user feedback, Microsoft has implemented a new setting...
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Microsoft’s Copilot Actions is poised to redefine how testers, developers, and everyday users interact with artificial intelligence by providing unprecedented control over a live, virtual browsing environment. This recently unveiled experimental feature—spotted in its early labs release—pushes...
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For seasoned Windows users, the allure of constructing a tailored development environment is irresistible—especially in an age where applications, libraries, and containers sprawl unchecked, threatening the stability and cleanliness of one's daily driver system. This desire for isolation and...
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Installing Windows 11 in a virtual machine has quickly become one of the most popular ways for both enthusiasts and professionals to safely evaluate Microsoft’s latest OS, experiment with questionable programs, or maintain separate workspaces on a single piece of hardware. This article explores...
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Here’s a summary of the major changes and significance of VirtualBox 7.2 Beta, with a focus on Windows 11 ARM support, GUI refinements, other ARM improvements, Guest Additions, and the open-source code being on GitHub:
VirtualBox 7.2 Beta: Key Highlights
1. Windows 11 ARM Support
First-time...
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A startling breakthrough in the continually evolving landscape of PC operating systems was recently reported: Windows 11, Microsoft’s flagship OS, is successfully running on a Huawei HarmonyOS PC, thanks to a creative workaround involving virtualization. This test, initially documented by an...
For Huawei and the global tech community, the intersection of Windows 11 and HarmonyOS PCs marks a new chapter in the ongoing evolution of the desktop ecosystem. With the end of formal Windows licensing for many Chinese manufacturers, the prospect of running Microsoft’s flagship OS on HarmonyOS...
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Curiosity and ambition are the twin engines of every software enthusiast, propelling them to explore beyond the familiar terrains of Windows or macOS. While these mainstream platforms power most personal desktops and laptops, there is a compelling case for venturing into the world of Linux...
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Parallels Desktop 20.3 introduces a suite of enhancements that significantly improve the virtualization experience for Mac users. This update focuses on bolstering x86 emulation, integrating OBS virtual camera support, enabling USB device functionality in macOS virtual machines (VMs), and...
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Here’s a summary of how Windows 11 was successfully run on an Apple iPad using emulation, based on the article:
Key Points:
Emulation on iPad: With some effort, Windows 11 can run on an iPad using emulation software and an alternative app store.
Legal Basis: Thanks to new EU digital...
Here is a summary of the main article "New Windows Server emergency updates fix container launch issue" from BleepingComputer:
Summary:
Microsoft has released emergency, out-of-band (OOB) Windows Server updates to fix a known issue that was causing Windows containers running under Hyper-V...
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Introduction
Exploring the world of PowerShell can open up a whole new level of efficiency for Windows administrators and power users alike. In this deep-dive article, we’ll walk through several commands that help manage PowerShell sessions on a Windows Server virtual machine. From listing...
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Proxmox: the open-source swiss army knife of virtualization, often whispered about by IT pros in dim server rooms and meme-laden forums alike, has recently been thrust further into the limelight thanks to a growing chorus of enthusiasts. If you’ve ever wondered whether running Windows 11 inside...
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When Microsoft finally lowers the curtain on Windows 10 and ushers it off the stage—scheduled for October 14, 2025—millions of users will face a dilemma: upgrade, migrate, or expose themselves to the wild digital west of an unsupported operating system. For those with stubborn software...
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Botspot’s BVM: Bringing Lightning-Fast Windows 11 to Raspberry Pi
In a world where innovative shortcuts frequently reshape our computing experiences, one project is making waves among Windows enthusiasts and hardware tinkerers alike. Botspot’s BVM is transforming the long-held dream of running...
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