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It is no secret that Microsoft’s collection of telemetry data has long been a contentious issue among Windows users, with debates simmering for years about where to draw the line between legitimate diagnostics and invasive monitoring. Especially since the release of Windows 10, “telemetry” has...

Since its launch in October 2021, Windows 11 has faced persistent performance issues, prompting Microsoft to take decisive action. The company is now implementing automated performance log collection and actively seeking user feedback to address these challenges. Users have reported various...

Windows 11 has experienced significant evolution since its debut, continuously pushing toward more responsive, user-centric computing. Microsoft’s newly announced real-time performance logging feature marks another bold step in that journey. This update, now rolling out as part of the Windows 11...

Microsoft is reportedly developing a "Shared audio" feature for Windows 11, enabling users to play audio through multiple output devices simultaneously. This functionality, discovered in recent Windows Insider builds, appears as a new option within the Quick Settings panel. Users can select...

Microsoft has introduced a significant enhancement to Windows 11 aimed at addressing one of the most common user grievances: unexplained system sluggishness. The latest update empowers users to submit real-time performance logs directly to Microsoft's engineering teams, facilitating more...

Users of Windows 11 have long expressed frustration with sluggish system performance, sometimes citing unresponsive applications, slow boot times, or inconsistent frame rates during gaming. Now, Microsoft is seeking to directly address these reports with an innovative, data-driven approach: the...

In a move that will have a direct impact on businesses, educational institutions, and everyday Windows users alike, Microsoft has announced it will discontinue updates for Microsoft 365 apps installed via the Microsoft Store, pivoting exclusively to the Click-to-Run installation method in the...

Since the release of Windows 11, Microsoft has found itself at the crossroads of modern UI ambitions and persistent performance complaints from users across the globe. The operating system’s bold visual overhaul and shift in system requirements aimed to propel Windows into a new era of...

A quietly emerging capability may soon shift the way Windows users experience audio playback: a new, undocumented “Shared audio” feature has surfaced in the latest builds of the Windows Insider program, spotted first by the user phantomofearth on X (formerly Twitter). Screenshots reveal a new...

The concept of Reserved Storage in Windows, introduced with Windows 10 version 1903, has quietly become both a blessing and a frustration point for PC users over the past several years. Its goal is simple: carve out a dedicated segment of disk space—typically around 7GB—to ensure Windows updates...

A long-running pain point for Windows users may finally be addressed in an upcoming Windows 11 update: seamless, multi-device audio output directly from the OS. For years, playing sound simultaneously through two or more devices—say, your headphones and desktop speakers—meant wrestling with...

For users seeking a fast, reliable, and repeatable method for creating bootable USB drives, Windows 11 introduces a game-changing synergy between its command-line tool winget and the widely acclaimed, open-source utility Rufus. The combination not only modernizes the approach to installing...

For many Windows enthusiasts, Notepad has long been synonymous with speed, simplicity, and minimalism—a barebones tool that launches instantly, allowing users to jot down ideas, make a quick note, or store a snippet of code with zero friction. But recent changes to this humble application are...

Microsoft has recently unveiled a significant enhancement to its Copilot application for Windows, introducing the "Desktop Share" feature. This update, currently available to Windows Insiders, allows users to share their entire desktop or specific application windows with Copilot, enabling...

Microsoft is actively testing a new feature in Windows 11 aimed at enhancing battery life for laptop users. Dubbed "adaptive energy saver," this feature is currently available in the Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 27898 for the Canary Channel. Unlike traditional energy-saving modes that...

Microsoft has released Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26200.5710 (KB5062676) to the Dev Channel, introducing several enhancements and fixes aimed at improving user experience and system performance. New Features and Improvements Describe Image Action in Click to Do A notable addition in this...

Microsoft’s recent handling of a persistent firewall error in Windows 11 has sparked widespread concern and frustration across the global user base, laying bare the delicate balance the company must strike as it manages updates for one of the world’s most popular operating systems. The saga...

Microsoft’s continued evolution of Windows 11 reaches a significant milestone with the upcoming 25H2 update, especially in how the company approaches hardware driver quality and security. While most users focus on surface-level changes like the user interface or new features, some of the most...

The latest Windows 11 Insider build 27902, released in the Canary Channel, exemplifies Microsoft’s current approach to pre-release software: subtle iteration coupled with ongoing ecosystem refinements. While this update may appear modest on the surface, seasoned Windows observers know that every...

Microsoft's introduction of 'Sudo for Windows' marks a significant evolution in the Windows operating system, bringing a familiar Unix-like command to Windows users. This feature allows users to execute commands with elevated privileges directly from an unelevated console session, streamlining...