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The new Outlook app was just force-installed on Windows 10 PCs
There's no way to block the forced installation, but at least you'll be able to uninstall it afterwards.
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Windows 11's February update brings some welcome improvements
With updates KB5051989 and KB5051987, users on both Windows 11 23H2 and 24H2 are getting security fixes and quality-of-life improvements.
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Microsoft support page lies about 'how to uninstall Edge'
Search in Bing for "how to uninstall Microsoft Edge," and you'll find a Microsoft support page for how to uninstall Edge. It doesn't tell you how to uninstall Edge.
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How I finally learned to love Windows Task View
A look at Windows' virtual desktop feature and how to make the most of it.
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Chrome's Incognito mode no longer saves copied stuff to clipboard history
Thanks to Microsoft, the text and media you copy while private browsing is now protected.
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Update now! This 7-Zip exploit bypasses crucial Windows protections
The zero-day attack also highlights the importance of keeping all your apps up to date—you should update 7-Zip immediately.
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More Windows 11 patch woes, this time with mouse pointers acting up
The optional KB5050094 patch for Windows 11 was supposed to fix stuff, but introduced problems of its own with the mouse cursor, File Explorer, and more.
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Windows 11's app store has a solution for gigantic PC game downloads
Microsoft and the Microsoft Store app are testing modular game downloads, which means that you won't have to wait for hundreds of gigabytes of games to download.
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Windows will soon be jamming to MIDI 2.0's music services
Microsoft has taken the modernized MIDI 2.0 audio specification and is bringing it to Windows for a new age of audio production.
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Microsoft Paint gets Copilot button for generative AI features
The new button grants convenient access to generative AI features like Cocreator and Image Creator.
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Microsoft silently erases tip for installing Windows 11 on older PCs
A popular method for bypassing the Windows 11 TPM/CPU hardware lock has been removed from official support pages.
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Microsoft is killing its VPN soon. Here's what you should do
One key feature in Microsoft Defender is being discontinued at the end of this month. Here's what you need to know.
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Windows 11's Auto HDR works again, but you have to manually update first
The issue, which first cropped up with December's Windows 11 24H2 update, has finally been fixed.
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Windows 11's Start Menu finally embraces your iPhone
Microsoft is adding iPhones to its new Start sidebar, adding file sharing between the new platforms, too. Here's how it works.
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Optional Windows 11 update fixes USB audio bugs, among others
If you're suffering from recent Windows 11 24H2 issues, you'll have to manually install this cumulative update.
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Hidden gems: These 20 truly useful Windows apps are free, too!
So many great apps eventually cost money. These fantastic apps cost nothing. Don't overlook them because they're really useful!
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Microsoft just killed the ability to look up words and phrases in Word
In a move to push users toward Copilot AI, Microsoft has deprecated this popular feature.
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Microsoft shuts down website for Windows themes and desktop wallpapers
Interested users should try to find themes and desktop wallpapers in the Microsoft Store instead.
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Latest Windows 10 update is causing USB accessory issues
If you haven't updated yet, you may want to hold off on installing patch KB5049981 until the issues are addressed.
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Windows 11 24H2 patch breaks audio, Bluetooth, webcams, and more
Windows 11 24H2's first patch of the year is causing all sorts of problems with audio, Bluetooth, cameras, and games.
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Windows is finally getting smart about battery icons
Microsoft has begun testing color-coded icons to visually indicate how much battery your laptop has left, plus the actual percentage.
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Upgrading Windows 10 to Windows 11 for free just got even easier
Microsoft is rolling out Windows 11 24H2 to eligible Windows 10 PCs, free of charge. All it takes is one click to make the upgrade.
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Soon, Microsoft accounts will automatically keep you logged in every time
It'll be even more important to manually log out of your Microsoft account on shared computers going forward.
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Windows 10 will hit end of life in 2025. Here's what to expect
Microsoft really wants to put Windows 10 out to pasture. Here's what that means for you and your PC this year.
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Microsoft begins testing its next-gen smart search on Windows
Microsoft has begun rolling out semantic search options for File Explorer on Window PCs. Forget keywords. Just describe what you're looking for.
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This new Windows feature offers gaming advice while you play
Microsoft Edge Game Assist is the latest addition to Game Bar, a pre-configured widget that can point you to gaming guides and videos. We give it a spin.
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A better laptop battery percentage indicator is coming to Windows 11
This convenient improvement is going to be universally appreciated. Right now, it's only available to Windows 11 Insiders.
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Microsoft starts forcing Windows 11's big 24H2 update on PCs
Microsoft has moved into a "new stage" in its roll out of Windows 11's 2024 Update. Windows 11 24H2 is now being pushed to consumers, ready or not.
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Windows 11 adds a new feature to show off your PC's build
Microsoft is rolling out a new Windows 11 Beta Channel release that does a better job of highlighting what exactly is in your PC.
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Microsoft follows Google with price bump, forced AI 365 bundles
Microsoft 365 is getting a $3-per-month price increase for Copilot AI tools. Existing subscribers can opt out by jumping through hoops, but only for a limited time.
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New patch now available for Windows 10 PCs stuck in update loop
A not-so-recent Windows 10 update is causing problems for some users, who are repeatedly prompted to install it. Microsoft has finally provided a solution.
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How healthy is your PC? Check with these 8 free apps
PC maintenance is crucial for a long-lasting system, but it doesn't have to be difficult. Use these apps to stay on top of things.
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Confirmed BitLocker bug prevents changing settings on Windows 11
If you're on an affected system, you'll get an error message when trying to adjust BitLocker settings.
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Update: Windows 11's free upgrade path isn't going away
While a post on Microsoft's Tech Community blog indicates that the free upgrade path from Windows 10 to 11 is only for a limited time, Microsoft says that's a mistake.
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Update to Chrome 132 closes several security vulnerabilities
With the new major version Chrome 132, Google is eliminating a number of browser vulnerabilities. Google Lens gets more functions on the desktop.
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Office 365 will officially lose support on Windows 10 come October
Ho boy, Microsoft. You're really doing your best to drive away customers, aren't you?
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Microsoft's big Patch Tuesday fixes over twice as many security flaws as usual
Over 150 security vulnerabilities have been addressed across Windows, Office, Edge, and more. Several are actively being exploited in the wild.
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Windows 12 wasn't mentioned at CES 2025. That's a good thing
With everything on Microsoft's roadmap, spreading too thin with Windows 12 could be disastrous.
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Microsoft Paint adds AI feature that erases unwanted objects in images
A quick test of the feature shows that results can vary in quality.
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Here are the improvements coming to Windows 11 in early 2025
Updates for Windows 11 have resumed, with version 24H2 slated to get several new features soon. Users on 23H2 will also benefit.
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Don't wait 'til October to switch to Windows 11, security expert warns
Support for Windows 10 continues to October, but one expert says you should switch to Windows 11 sooner than later. Here's why.
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Microsoft wants to run Copilot locally on your PC starting early 2025
Microsoft says it will make Phi Silica, a small language model, available to the Windows runtime in the first quarter of 2025.
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Microsoft adds new camera features to Windows 11
You can now change the brightness, contrast, and sharpness of some cameras.
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Microsoft's wins, fails, and WTF moments of 2024
We celebrate the best and worst moments for Microsoft in 2024, together with those moments that made us wonder if we had too much egg nog.
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The best free software for your PC
These are the best free programs that any PC needs: solid security tools, productivity software, and more.
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Upgrade your PC to Windows 11 Pro for a killer 52% off
Looking to unlock the more advanced features of Windows Pro? Right now you can do so for far less than usual.
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Rising to the TOPS: How will NPUs and Windows AI grow in 2025?
Two AI experts weigh in on how on-device AI is going to evolve and what we can expect from it in the new year.
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Windows 11 24H2 breaks audio and Auto HDR, update blocked on affected PCs
Windows 11 24H2 is still breaking stuff, and Microsoft continues to block the update for users who could be affected.
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Microsoft 365 is getting a 'massive' redesign early next year
A new icon and a new name are just the tip of the iceberg. Here's what we know about what's coming.
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