The landscape of Windows 11 is on the cusp of another transformation, as Microsoft begins rolling out a significant update to the Start Menu—a hallmark of the Windows experience for decades. This latest refresh, now making its way into the hands of Windows Insiders, marks a continuation of...
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Windows 11’s Settings app is about to undergo a transformation that promises to fundamentally alter the way users interact with their PCs. Microsoft has announced the introduction of an “AI agent” embedded directly into the Settings app, marking the company’s latest, most ambitious step in...
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Windows 11 users who closely follow Microsoft's Insider Program have a lot to gain from the latest KB5055651 Dev Channel update. Although this update may not introduce headline-grabbing features, its collection of thoughtful improvements—particularly for HDR and Dolby Vision support, enterprise...
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With the recent Windows 11 24H2 update, sweeping changes to device security practices have arrived—most notably, Microsoft’s decision to enable BitLocker encryption by default, even on Home editions. It’s a move designed to bolster security and streamline the integration of Windows devices with...
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As Windows 11 Version 24H2 enters its final phase of deployment, Microsoft marks a major inflection point in its Windows servicing roadmap. The much-anticipated 2024 Update is now being pushed to the last group of eligible devices, signaling near completion of what is arguably one of the most...
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Steam’s April 2025 Hardware and Software Survey paints a revealing portrait of gaming’s ever-evolving landscape, highlighting clear trends in graphics and processor adoption as well as the enduring influence of Microsoft’s operating systems. Each month, Valve’s survey quietly steers the...
Microsoft Copilot is an AI-powered assistant integrated across Microsoft's suite of products, including Microsoft 365, Edge, Bing, and Windows operating systems. Designed to enhance user productivity, Copilot offers features such as drafting emails, summarizing documents, analyzing data, and...
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As Microsoft approaches the sunset date for Windows 10 support in October 2025, the Windows ecosystem is experiencing a historic shift: the long-awaited widespread adoption of Windows 11 is finally materializing, and the gap between the two operating systems has never been narrower. After a slow...
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In recent weeks, Windows 11 users have reported the unexpected appearance of a new folder named "inetpub" in their C: drive. This development has raised concerns about potential security vulnerabilities and the integrity of the operating system. Upon investigation, it has been determined that...
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Microsoft's ambitious integration of its AI assistant, Copilot, into the Windows ecosystem has not yielded the widespread adoption the company anticipated. Despite embedding Copilot directly into Windows and introducing a dedicated keyboard key, user engagement remains modest. Reports indicate...
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At a time when the digital world feels more surveilled, prodded, and manipulated than ever, the operating system that for decades claimed to "empower every person on the planet" seems increasingly committed not to enable, but to entrap. Windows, once lauded for its flexibility and broad...
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Windows 11 users who seek to stay ahead in the ever-evolving landscape of Microsoft's operating system will find the KB5055627 preview cumulative update a significant yet complex milestone. Released as part of Microsoft’s April 2025 optional, non-security preview updates, this update targets...
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Microsoft's recent April 2025 Patch Tuesday update for Windows 11—specifically update KB5055523—introduced an unexpected yet purposeful change that has stirred curiosity and concern among users and IT professionals alike: the mysterious creation of an empty folder named inetpub on the system...
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For Windows 11 users, particularly those who own or plan to own Copilot+ PCs, the release of KB5055627 signifies a tidal shift in the everyday experience of the operating system. This update, one of the most expansive yet, introduces an array of features that bridge the gap between local...
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Microsoft has just rolled out Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 27813 to the Canary Channel, signifying the company’s ongoing commitment to refining its next-generation operating system through a constant stream of small, targeted updates. For those closely watching the development of Windows 11...
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Microsoft’s 50th Anniversary isn’t Just a Blast from the Past—It’s a Leap into AI’s Future
A Celebration That Rocked Redmond
Microsoft recently marked its 50th anniversary in a dazzling event at its Redmond headquarters—an affair that felt more like a high-energy rock concert than a conventional...
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Amid the rapidly evolving landscape of Windows 11 development, Microsoft has deployed Insider Preview Build 26120.3380 (KB5053660) to the Dev and Beta Channels, ushering in a wave of transformative changes for users keen to embrace next-generation functionality. This release stands as a...
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Few operating systems ignite as much debate, passion, and, admittedly, frustration as Windows does with each new iteration—and Windows 11 is no exception. Launched amid great fanfare and promising a sleeker, faster, and more integrated experience, Windows 11 has earned praise for its modern...
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Microsoft’s relentless push to get users to migrate from Windows 10 to Windows 11 has entered a more nuanced stage, blending technical improvements with subtle marketing shifts and altered security narratives. The split in the global Windows user base remains stark: nearly 60% of desktop users...
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Microsoft is set to make a subtle yet powerful refinement to one of Windows 11’s most beloved utilities. In an upcoming update, the familiar Snipping Tool will receive an integrated Optical Character Recognition (OCR) text extraction feature, enabling users to extract text from any on-screen...
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