When Microsoft takes center stage at its annual Build conference, industry watchers know to expect more than just product demos—a roadmap for the next era of computing emerges. This year’s narrative is dominated by two forces redefining the tech landscape: artificial intelligence and the rising...
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Upgrading an unsupported Windows 10 PC to Windows 11 for free is a pressing concern for many users as Microsoft plans to end official support for Windows 10 on October 14, 2025. While Windows 11 introduces enhanced security, interface improvements, and productivity features, its strict hardware...
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Rockstar Games has unveiled the second trailer for Grand Theft Auto VI (GTA 6), intensifying anticipation for its release. The trailer introduces protagonists Lucia Caminos and Jason Duval, a criminal duo navigating the neon-lit streets of Vice City, a fictional city inspired by Miami. Lucia...
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Microsoft’s latest announcements regarding fundamental changes to Windows hardware driver development mark a significant pivot in how device ecosystems and driver assurance will be managed for the next generation of Windows 11. These developments—centered on the retirement of Windows Device...
Windows 11 users are poised to experience a substantial refresh in both form and function, as Microsoft introduces a new wave of updates spanning the Start menu, File Explorer, Notepad, and the increasingly pivotal Copilot system. These enhancements aren’t reserved solely for the high-profile...
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Microsoft’s release of Windows 11 24H2 marks a significant development in its ecosystem, extending broad availability to millions of users around the globe. This milestone was met with announcements touting improved features, streamlined updates, and an evolving security landscape. However, as...
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After months of anticipation and a staggered, sometimes rocky rollout, Windows 11 version 24H2—also known as the Windows 11 2024 Update—is now broadly available for most devices. Microsoft’s promise of a more streamlined, AI-infused Windows experience is reaching desktops around the world. Yet...
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For years, Outlook has been a linchpin of productivity suites across both personal and professional computing. As Microsoft pushes forward with its vision for a unified communication platform, it is once again refining how users can interact with both the Classic and new Outlook experiences on...
Windows 11’s much-anticipated 24H2 update is finally rolling out in preview form, offering a blend of headline-grabbing Copilot+ AI features and long-awaited bug fixes for everyday users. Yet, despite the buzz, caution is advised before hitting that install button, even with a tempting feature...
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For many Windows 11 users, the Start menu remains a contentious design element—some appreciate its minimalist, touch-friendly layout, while others yearn for the rich customizability and classic feel of earlier Windows iterations. Since its debut, the Windows 11 Start menu has notably divided...
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Microsoft has officially begun rolling out its much-anticipated Recall feature to select Windows 11 laptops, marking a significant advancement in integrating artificial intelligence (AI) into everyday computing. Initially announced alongside Copilot+ PCs, Recall is designed to enhance user...
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Microsoft's April 2025 cumulative Windows update, notably identified as KB5055523 for Windows 11 24H2, has stirred significant discussion in the tech community due to an unexpected and somewhat mysterious change: the automatic creation of an empty folder named "inetpub" on the system drive...
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The Mysterious “inetpub” Folder: An Unexpected Windows 11 Quirk
Windows 11 users have recently encountered an unexpected twist following the cumulative update KB5055523—a seemingly innocuous yet puzzling folder named “inetpub” appearing on the C drive. This odd discovery, highlighted by multiple...
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Microsoft’s recent Windows 11 24H2 updates have sparked a wave of user frustrations and technical challenges, firmly continuing the company’s somewhat notorious legacy of problematic Windows patches. Two particular recent updates, the April cumulative update KB5055523 and the March preview...
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Microsoft’s latest patch troubles have the IT community raising an eyebrow—and a few RDP session restart buttons. A recent advisory from the tech giant warns that a seemingly routine security update, KB5051987, released on February 11, 2025, has introduced an unexpected freeze issue on Windows...
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In an industry where system reliability is paramount, Microsoft’s latest dynamic updates for Windows 11 promise to deliver enhanced stability and improved recovery options. These updates are designed to reinforce one of the most critical components of your operating system—the Windows Recovery...
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Hot off the virtual presses, Microsoft has lobbed yet another volley of updates at Windows 11, determined as ever to keep your Windows install in fighting shape—or at least limping less. This week, the focus is on “Dynamic Updates,” those unsung heroes whirring behind the scenes when Windows...
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