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Installing Google's Agent Development Kit (Google ADK) on Windows 11 to build multi-agent AI systems marks an exciting step forward in democratizing AI development for enthusiasts and professionals alike. This kit allows users to construct AI agents leveraging Google's advanced models like...

Microsoft’s Copilot AI service, integrated deeply into Windows and Visual Studio Code among other environments, is creating waves of concern among users who want to disable the feature but find it sometimes re-enables itself autonomously. This behavior has been described as the AI “zombie”...

Microsoft’s Copilot AI, designed to enhance productivity across its platforms, has recently surfaced as a source of frustration and concern for some of its users. Several reports highlight that Microsoft’s Copilot, particularly in its Windows and Visual Studio Code (VS Code) implementations...

Microsoft’s recent introduction of Copilot AI across its ecosystem marks a bold and ambitious shift toward embedding artificial intelligence deeply into productivity software. However, this necessary evolution has not come without its share of controversy, challenges, and user pushback. The...

Microsoft's recent decision to enforce strict licensing and environment checks on its C/C++ extension for Visual Studio Code (VS Code) has ignited considerable controversy within the developer community. As of April 3, 2025, with release v1.24.5, the C/C++ extension—an essential tool that brings...

Microsoft's recent enforcement of licensing restrictions on its C/C++ extension for Visual Studio Code (VS Code) has stirred significant controversy among developers relying on open-source VS Code forks like VS Codium and commercial derivatives such as Cursor. This move, which first became...

Microsoft’s recent move to restrict its C/C++ extension for Visual Studio Code (VS Code) exclusively to its first-party products has stirred significant concern and debate throughout the developer community. As of version 1.24.5 released on April 3, 2025, the extension now refuses to work on...

Microsoft's aggressive integration of AI capabilities into its products, epitomized by the Copilot AI feature, has sparked mounting concerns and frustrations among users, particularly around the difficulty in controlling or disabling these AI functionalities. The situation is emblematic of a...

Microsoft Draws a Boundary: The Fallout from Restricting the C/C++ Extension in VS Code Forks For years, Visual Studio Code (VS Code) has been a linchpin in the code editor world—a sleek, open-source project from Microsoft that is widely praised for striking a balance between performance...

If you recently fired up your favorite Visual Studio Code fork and saw your trusty C++ extension suddenly waving the white flag, it’s not a bug—it’s Microsoft… enforcing the fine print with surgical precision. License Terms Go From Sleep Mode to “Blue Screen of Enforcement” This April, Microsoft...

It’s the sort of thing that spooks even the most seasoned sysadmins: You turn off a feature—really off, you promise yourself—but then one day, it’s back. No blue screen of death, no welcome party, just quietly squatting in your workspace, whispering machine-learning sweet nothings to your source...

When Copilot Invites Itself: Windows 11’s Unwelcome AI Assistant Intrusion Windows users, pour yourself a strong cup of coffee and ready your best side-eye, because there’s a new unwanted guest pinging the notification center in Windows 11 — and apparently, it doesn't wait for an invite...

GitHub Copilot Voice is a groundbreaking development that is reshaping how developers interact with their Integrated Development Environments (IDEs). Born out of the creativity and passion of a Microsoft Hackathon, this tool transcends traditional coding methods by enabling voice-controlled...

Improper access control in Visual Studio Code has come under scrutiny with the disclosure of CVE-2025-20570—a vulnerability that allows an authorized local attacker to elevate their privileges. In simple terms, a user who already has access to the machine can exploit this flaw to perform actions...

GitHub’s latest announcement is ushering in a new era of AI-driven coding assistance that may well transform how Windows developers work in Visual Studio Code. The popular developer platform is rolling out major upgrades to GitHub Copilot, integrating advanced features such as Agent Mode and the...

GitHub Copilot is stepping up its game in Visual Studio Code, and the news is as exciting as it is transformative. In celebration of Microsoft’s 50th anniversary—a true milestone for a company that’s been at the heart of developer culture for decades—the latest wave of innovations is rolling out...

Microsoft's 50th anniversary celebration has turned into a tech extravaganza—one that intertwines a nod to the past with a bold leap into the AI-driven future. In a series of announcements that ranged from stirring up nostalgia with classic Windows imagery to unveiling groundbreaking AI...

Microsoft’s half-century celebration isn’t just a nostalgia trip—it’s a launchpad for the future of technology. In a recent address marking 50 years of innovation, CEO Satya Nadella reflected on humble beginnings and charted an inspiring course for what comes next. With a mix of heartfelt thanks...

Free software isn’t just for those on a shoestring budget—it’s a powerhouse of functionality that challenges the notion that paid apps are always superior. In today’s Windows ecosystem, numerous free alternatives exist to match, and often exceed, the features of their commercial rivals. Let’s...

The cybersecurity landscape has once again been rattled by a sophisticated attack campaign, this time orchestrated by the threat group known as MirrorFace. By exploiting inherent design gaps in a trusted Windows feature and leveraging a familiar developer environment, the attackers have...