Zorin OS 18’s beta lands at a pivotal moment: a redesigned desktop, an approachable tiling system, OneDrive and Web Apps integration, and a clear push to make switching from Windows 10 to Linux as frictionless as possible — but the real question for users and IT teams is whether those...
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Zorin OS 18 Beta arrives at a pivotal moment: with Windows 10’s extended lifespan ending on October 14, 2025, millions of users face either an enforced upgrade to Windows 11, costly hardware refreshes, or the security risks of running an unsupported OS — and Zorin OS 18 Beta positions itself as...
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Mozilla’s stable channel just received a substantial refresh: Firefox 143 lands with Microsoft Copilot available inside the AI sidebar, experimental Google Lens visual search, Windows taskbar web‑app pinning, and a batch of security fixes that administrators and power users should install right...
Firefox’s latest release delivers the kind of practical Windows-focused refinements power users have been asking for — and a high-profile AI tie‑in that will keep privacy wonks and enterprise admins debating for weeks.
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Mozilla’s rapid-release cadence means the browser you...
Microsoft's decision to keep Microsoft Edge and the WebView2 runtime receiving updates on Windows 10 through at least October 2028 changes the migration calculus for millions of users — but it is a tactical reprieve, not a permanent fix for an aging operating system.
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Microsoft has announced that starting in August 2026, it will cease delivering new features to Office applications for users operating on Windows 10. This decision is part of a broader strategy to encourage migration to Windows 11, as the company phases out support for its older operating...
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Microsoft’s sustained drive for a seamless application experience on Windows has taken a major step forward with the introduction of App Actions support for Progressive Web Apps (PWAs) starting with Microsoft Edge version 137. This pivotal enhancement positions PWAs to deliver productivity...
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Progressive Web Apps, or PWAs, have long treaded the line between the open flexibility of the web and the immersive, tightly integrated experience of native Windows applications. Now, with the release of Microsoft Edge version 137, Microsoft is making a significant play to make that boundary...
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Google’s Chrome browser has long been both a powerhouse and a paradox for its most dedicated users—offering essential speed and features, but often at the expense of surging memory use, especially for those who juggle dozens or even hundreds of open tabs. As the web increasingly becomes an...
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Windows 11’s ongoing evolution continues to reflect Microsoft’s commitment to user-centric innovation, often blending convenience tools with subtle productivity boosters. For the Windows Insider community—the stalwart testers shaping each iterative release—these refinements are regularly...
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There’s a moment, somewhere along your digital journey, when your beloved Windows 10 computer stares back at you with the plaintive glow of an aging friend realizing their days in the limelight are numbered. Microsoft, that great orchestrator of software cycles, has already scheduled the...
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Pinning your Gmail account directly to the Windows 11 taskbar can transform your daily email routine by offering faster access to your inbox—no more frantic browser searches or tedious typing. This article explores three effective methods to streamline your email experience on your Windows 11...
A New Era for Microsoft Edge: Embracing Speed and Versatility
Microsoft Edge continues its impressive evolution, announcing a significant speed boost that is capturing the attention of Windows 11 users. With performance improvements that extend far beyond simple benchmark numbers, Edge is...
Firefox is venturing back into the progressive web apps (PWA) arena with an intriguing twist that brings web content closer to a native Windows 11 experience. In its latest Nightly release, Firefox now sports an “Add to Taskbar” button directly in the address bar for converting any website into...
Firefox is venturing into new territory with its promising Taskbar Tabs, aiming to redefine the way Windows 11 users interact with web apps. Imagine transforming any website into a streamlined, app-like experience that sits conveniently on your Windows taskbar—no clutter, no distractions, just...
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Let’s face it: a chunk of our digital life happens inside the confines of a browser these days. Whether you’re pounding away in Gmail, grabbing files from Google Drive, or hopping between meetings on Zoom, the browser often acts as both your desk and your doorway. But what if you’ve had enough...
If you've faced issues with automatic updates on Windows 11, you're not alone. Many users encounter disruptions that hinder critical updates from successfully installing. Fortunately, Microsoft provides multiple methods to manually install updates, ensuring your device is always up-to-date with...
In a development that has left many users stranded in the digital wasteland of "Access Denied," Microsoft 365 has officially gone down, with widespread reports of issues plaguing its Outlook and Teams applications. Just moments ago, hundreds of users started flooding social media platforms with...
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In a significant shift for Windows 11 users, Microsoft has announced that support for its legacy Mail, Calendar, and People applications will officially end on December 31, 2024. Instead, users are being urged to transition to the trendy new Outlook app, which will take center stage as the...
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The landscape of AI applications just got a new addition with Claude AI launching its very own Windows application. Similar to the approach taken by ChatGPT, Claude’s app is essentially a simple Electron wrapper that loads the website at Claude within a Chromium container. This may raise...