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Microsoft OneNote has long been a powerhouse for digital note-taking, but when you compare it to its Google counterparts—Google Keep and Google Docs—the differences become sharp and telling. From seamless Outlook integration to sophisticated AI capabilities, OneNote has features that not only...

Welcome to this week’s deep dive into the best Windows apps, games, and extensions making rounds on the Microsoft Store and beyond. In today’s edition, we cover a diverse lineup—from the phasing out of the old Remote Desktop app to fresh releases like Hasleo Backup Suite Free 5.2, Stardock...

Microsoft may be best known for its blockbuster suite—Word, Excel, and PowerPoint—but if you think that’s all there is to its productivity arsenal, think again. Beneath the familiar icons lies a suite of lesser-known apps that can rev up your workflow, simplify team collaboration, and boost your...

Running Windows apps on Linux might once have sounded as counterintuitive as brewing coffee in a teapot, but thanks to Wine, it’s both practical and surprisingly easy. With the transition challenges posed by Windows 10’s impending end-of-life and the steeper system requirements of Windows 11...

Welcome to this week's edition of the Best Windows Apps, where we provide a summary of the most notable applications, games, and extensions that have been released for Windows 10 and 11 in the past week. As the landscape of software for Microsoft's operating systems continues to evolve, it is...

Welcome to this week’s deep dive into the best Windows apps, critical updates, and industry-shaping trends. Drawing inspiration from a recent BetaNews roundup and multiple lively discussions across our Windows Forum, we’re here to unpack a collection of standout apps, performance enhancements...

5 Apps to Auto-Organize Your Windows Files Have you ever wished that your files could magically sort themselves? With busy days and endless documents cluttering your desktop, automating file organization isn’t just a luxury—it’s a workflow essential. In today’s overview, we’ll dive into five...

For Mac aficionados who also need to dip their digital toes into Windows or Linux, Parallels Desktop has long been the go-to choice for virtual machines (VMs). The latest major update, version 20.2, brings features users have been clamoring for, particularly in the Apple Silicon universe. This...

Keeping your Windows apps up to date can feel like a chore—what with the constant rollout of patches, new features, bug fixes, and sometimes random widget updates you didn't even know were a thing. But Microsoft has done us all a favor by incorporating a built-in feature for automatic app...

Welcome, dear digital navigators, to our weekly expedition into the vibrant realm of Windows apps! Whether you're seamlessly cruising Windows 11 or still anchored to the trusty shores of Windows 10, this list promises to invigorate your trusty systems with the latest digital confections...

Welcome back, fellow Windows enthusiasts! As we dive into the latest roundup of the best apps, games, and extensions that have made their debut or received notable updates over the past week, it’s important to keep our systems fresh and functional. This week’s offerings come with some enticing...

If you’ve ever found yourself in the frustrating realm of malfunctioning apps from the Microsoft Store, you’re certainly not alone! As the go-to hub for all things digital in the Windows universe, the Microsoft Store is crucial for getting apps and updates. However, problems can crop up from...

In the expansive world of Windows applications, many powerful tools often fly under the radar despite their remarkable utility. In this article, we delve into 41 underrated applications that are game-changers for productivity, customization, security, and overall user experience on Windows...

I'm currently having trouble with Windows 10 "insisting" on temporary profiles. I started my troubleshooting when it decided to fail to run windows store apps. All I wanted to do that day, was take a video with my camera app. I ended up doing it with my android phone, then waiting for it to...

Since launching the new Microsoft Store on Windows last year, we’ve welcomed thousands of great desktop apps and games. We are excited to introduce the Microsoft Store App Awards and recognize select developers and apps. We're excited to introduce the Microsoft Store Community Choice Awards...

Single-instanced apps only allow one instance of the app running at a time. WinUI apps are multi-instanced by default. They allow you to launch multiple instances of the same app at one time, which we call multiple instances. However, you may implement single-instancing based on the use case of...

HI, I am trying to assemble a windows car pc. TO make and receive phone calls, I was intending on using the Your Phone app. However, It says my Windows needs an update to work? - to windows 2019 ( May , I think ) I am using Windows ( 2019) LTSC on my windows tablet, as it is much faster and...

so i accidentaly uninstalled some important windows app that i didn't know that crashes all windows system apps including camera ,store ,clock and all windows system apps. i tried searching online on how to reinstall it and said i have to enter some random powershell administraitor and kept...

This year’s Microsoft Build is packed with news tailored specifically for developers. Our team has been hard at work creating useful tools and improving the developer experience for anyone who develops on Windows, including innovations with Terminal and WSL2. Additionally, we are unifying the...

Daniel Paulino created his first Windows app when he was at a career crossroads: Was he good enough to have a successful career as a developer? He wasn’t sure, but Daniel also knew he needed a timer app that connected to his workout band. “At the time, no app did this. I had this curiosity. That...