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First look at the upcoming File Explorer redesign in Windows 11: Several software clues found in the recent Windows 11 preview updates hinted at a potential File ...
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Windows 11’s File Explorer is getting a modern UI overhaul: Microsoft might be working on a big Windows 11 File Explorer update. The software maker is reportedly ...
theverge.com/2023/1/25/23570656/microsoft-windows-11-file-explorer-modern-ui-overhaul
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First look at the upcoming File Explorer redesign in Windows 11: Several software clues found in the recent Windows 11 preview updates hinted at a potential File ...
neowin.net/news/first-look-at-the-upcoming-file-explorer-redesign-in-windows-11/
Windows 11’s File Explorer is getting a modern UI overhaul: Microsoft might be working on a big Windows 11 File Explorer update. The software maker is reportedly ...
theverge.com/2023/1/25/23570656/microsoft-windows-11-file-explorer-modern-ui-overhaul
Microsoft: Windows Copilot app we quietly installed is harmless and doesn't steal your data
neowin.net/news/microsoft-windows-copilot-app-we-quietly-installed-is-harmless-and-doesnt-steal-your-data/
Ubuntu outperforms Windows 11 on the Framework Laptop 16 with Ryzen 7 7840HS: Phoronix tested two versions of Ubuntu Linux against Windows 11 on the latest ...
tomshardware.com/laptops/ubuntu-outperforms-windows-11-on-the-framework-laptop-16-with-ryzen-7-7840hs
Windows PCs are now getting the free upgrade to Windows 11: Since November 2021, Microsoft has denied certain Windows 10 PCs the free upgrade to Windows 11 ...
pcworld.com/article/2304543/more-windows-pcs-are-now-getting-the-free-upgrade-to-windows-11-the-reason.html
More PCs Can Upgrade to Windows 11 After Microsoft Drops 'Compatibility Hold': Certain Windows 10 PCs have been unable to upgrade to Windows 11 since late 2021 ...
pcmag.com/news/more-pcs-can-upgrade-to-windows-11-after-microsoft-drops-compatibility
Ex-Microsoft veteran calls out Windows 11's "comically bad" performance, 'unfinished' state
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Quick Glance: Performance issues with the Windows 11 Start Menu
- A former Microsoft engineer has noticed the slow and laggy nature of Windows 11 and criticized the Redmond giant.
- Users and enthusiasts have found ways to fix performance problems with simple tweaks.
- Windows 11 performance may be impacted by ads and promotions in the Recommended section.
- It remains to be seen if the upcoming version 24H2 will bring any improvement.
Ex-Windows developer calls Windows 11 Start menu performance 'comically bad,' even with a Core i9 and 128GB of RAM
tomshardware.com/software/windows/ex-windows-developer-calls-windows-11-start-menu-performance-comically-bad-even-with-a-core-i9-and-128gb-of-ram
Microsoft's Windows 11 beta testers may start seeing ads in the Start menu: Microsoft is exploring the idea of putting ads in your Windows 11 Start menu.
engadget.com/microsofts-windows-11-beta-testers-may-start-seeing-ads-in-the-start-menu-032358394.html
Microsoft wants to hide the 'Sign out' button in Windows 11 behind a Microsoft 365 ad
neowin.net/news/microsoft-wants-to-hide-the-sign-out-button-in-windows-11-behind-a-microsoft-365-ad/
AI PCs are here but a killer application for biz users? Nope: Resist the pressure to jump on the bandwagon just yet warns, warns Forrester
theregister.com/2024/04/18/analysts_2024_ai_pcs/
Grab a copy of Windows 11 Pro for just $20: Woot has both Windows 11 Home and Windows 11 Pro (get Pro, seriously) for more than $100 off the retail price
pcworld.com/article/2308011/grab-a-copy-of-windows-11-pro-for-just-20.html
5 outdated security practices you shouldn’t use anymore: Don't blindly follow these old security tips.
pcworld.com/article/2304346/5-outdated-security-practices-you-shouldnt-use-anymore.html
Windows 11 retains most of the vast feature set of Windows 10 and enhances the operating system with more attractive, modern interface touches and new ... Show more
Microsoft Windows 11 Review: A radically modernized, more consistent design for Windows 11 belies what is really more of an evolutionary update ...
pcmag.com/reviews/microsoft-windows-11
Windows: "Update and Shutdown" is broken: The "Update and Shutdown" option that is offered to the user after downloading a Windows update on Windows 11 and ...
pcgameshardware.de/Windows-Software-277633/News/Aktualisieren-und-Herunterfahren-1445576/
Windows' AI-powered future could feature 'Qualcomm Inside': Microsoft's plans for Windows 11 and AI seem increasingly centered around ...
pcworld.com/article/2307031/windows-ai-future-may-have-qualcomm-inside.html
Chrome: Version 124 released: Users of Google Chrome in the stable version (i.e. not beta or early Canary version) are offered version 124.0.6367.60/.61, ...
stadt-bremerhaven.de/chrome-version-124-veroeffentlicht/
Microsoft lifts two-year-old block that prevented some users from upgrading to Windows 11 — fix finally arrives after a long wait for Rocket Lake CPUs
tomshardware.com/software/windows/microsoft-lifts-block-that-prevented-some-users-from-upgrading-to-windows-11-fix-finally-arrives-after-a-two-year-wait-for-rocket-lake-cpus
Windows 11: Microsoft tests advertising in the Start menu: In a blog post for the Insider Program, Microsoft announced upcoming changes for Windows 11 ...
pcgameshardware.de/Windows-Software-277633/News/Werbung-im-Startmenue-1445411/
Windows 11 won't update with some apps installed : A preview version of this year's big Windows 11 update has a list of apps that block its ...
pcworld.com/article/2290190/windows-11-wont-update-if-you-have-some-apps-like-startallback.html
KB5037941: Microsoft quietly releases Windows 11 build 26100.2 for Windows 11 24H2 PCs
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Quick Glance: New Windows 11 Build 26100.2 Released for Windows 11 24H2 PCs
- Reports suggest that the RTM (Release to Manufacturing) is set to occur this month, coinciding with the release of a Windows Insider build for HLK (Hardware Lab Kit).
- Speculation hints that the latest Insider build 26100.1 may be part of the RTM branch.
- Microsoft has quietly released a new build 26100.2 under KB5037941, seemingly targeting OEM PCs.
- This build is built upon the previous 26100.1 version, indicating possible persistence of issues from that release.
Windows 10 will start pushing users to use Microsoft accounts. How to turn it off.
mashable.com/article/windows-10-microsoft-account-shut-off-notifications
Windows 11: Microsoft tests advertising for apps in the Start menu - Golem.de: Microsoft has already experimented a lot with advertising in Windows 11 ...
golem.de/news/windows-11-microsoft-testet-werbung-fuer-apps-im-startmenue-2404-184126.html
Upcoming Windows 11 'AI Explorer' Feature to be Limited to Arm CPUs: This is really going to piss off AMD and Intel.
extremetech.com/computing/upcoming-windows-11-ai-explorer-feature-to-be-limited-to-arm-cpus
Microsoft shares official Windows Registry tweak as the Spectre still haunts Intel in 2024
neowin.net/news/microsoft-shares-official-windows-registry-tweak-as-the-spectre-still-haunts-intel-in-2024/
Windows 11 is finally getting a Settings page for managing your PCs and consoles: Windows 11 is about to get a new Settings page where you can track and manage ...
neowin.net/news/windows-11-is-finally-getting-a-settings-page-for-managing-your-pcs-and-consoles/
Windows 11: Microsoft lifts two-year-old upgrade ban: After two years, Microsoft has now decided to allow users who were affected by a driver error to upgrade to ...
pcgameshardware.de/Windows-Software-277633/News/Microsoft-hebt-zwei-Jahre-alte-Upgrade-Sperre-auf-1445301/
Alleged 'AI Explorer' system requirements spotted inside Windows 11 version 24H2 code
neowin.net/news/alleged-ai-explorer-system-requirements-spotted-inside-windows-11-version-24h2-code/
Firefox: Work on the sidebar is being intensified: Mozilla is currently working hard on the sidebar of the Firefox browser. Just recently ...
stadt-bremerhaven.de/firefox-arbeiten-an-der-seitenleiste-werden-intensiviert/
Want to keep using Windows 10 safely? Microsoft wants $61: Microsoft's Extended Security Updates for Windows 10 past its support date now have a price ...
pcworld.com/article/2287070/want-to-stay-safe-on-windows-10-microsoft-wants-61-bucks.html
Microsoft and AMD announce Windows 11 AI PCs running Ryzen 8000 PRO and Pluton: AMD has unveiled today its Ryzen PRO desktop and laptop CPU lineups that are ...
neowin.net/news/microsoft-and-amd-announce-windows-11-ai-pcs-running-ryzen-8000-pro-and-pluton/
Microsoft unbundling Teams is to appease regulators, not give customers a better deal
theregister.com/2024/04/04/microsoft_teams_unbundling_costs/
Quick Glance: Microsoft splits up Teams and Office worldwide
- Microsoft is beginning to sell Teams and the other Microsoft 365 apps as separate products with separate prices for new commercial customers worldwide.
- The unbundling is a win for other team communication and video conferencing apps like Slack and Zoom, which have not benefited from the huge established user base of the Office apps.
- The separation follows an EU regulatory investigation that started in July 2023, and Microsoft may yet be fined.
- Currently, the changes only affect the Microsoft 365 plans for the Business, Enterprise, and Frontline versions of Microsoft 365.
Open source versus Microsoft: The new rebellion begins: Neither side can afford to lose, but one surely must
theregister.com/2024/04/15/opinion_microsoft_sovereignty/
Microsoft Office: End of support date for versions 2016 and 2019 has been set: Microsoft has announced the end of support (EOS) for Office 2016 and Office 2019 ...
stadt-bremerhaven.de/microsoft-office-termin-fuer-das-supportende-von-version-2016-und-2019-steht/
Multiboot vs. virtual PC vs. live DVD: Which is best for multiple OSes?: Two Windows and maybe one Linux. There is room for more than one OS on the PC ...
pcworld.com/article/2284395/multiboot-vs-virtual-pc-vs-live-dvd-which-is-better.html
Microsoft is sure its new Windows 11 AI PCs will deliver better performance than MacBooks
neowin.net/news/microsoft-is-sure-its-new-windows-11-ai-pcs-will-deliver-better-performance-than-macbooks/
KB5036985: Microsoft Account manager, MSA recovery are part of Windows 11 build 22635.3500
neowin.net/news/kb5036985-microsoft-account-manager-msa-recovery-are-part-of-windows-11-build-226353500/
Microsoft stifles third-party interface customization apps in Windows 11 Version 24H2
tomshardware.com/software/operating-systems/microsoft-stifles-third-party-interface-customization-apps-in-windows-11-version-24h2
Windows 11 'Moment 5' Update is now rolling out to all users: The Windows 11 "Moment 5" Update is now rolling out to all users ...
neowin.net/news/windows-11-moment-5-update-is-now-rolling-out-to-all-users/
One-click Windows 11 system requirements bypass for TPM, CPU, uncovered for LTSC: There are multiple ways to bypass the system requirements check (those for CPU ...
neowin.net/news/one-click-windows-11-system-requirements-bypass-for-tpm-cpu-uncovered-for-ltsc/
Microsoft patch Tuesday: Windows 11 update fixes record-breaking 147 flaws: Microsoft fixes a record number of flaws with Tuesday patch.
mashable.com/article/microsoft-patch-tuesday-april
Windows 11: New update with problems - white screens and installation errors: The latest update for Windows 11, version number KB5036893, is causing problems for ...
pcgameshardware.de/Windows-Software-277633/News/11-Neues-Update-Probleme-Whitescreens-Installationsfehler-KB5036893-1445246/
Microsoft adds some Widgets improvements as part of Windows 11 Canary Channel Build 26200
neowin.net/news/microsoft-adds-some-widgets-improvements-as-part-of-windows-11-canary-channel-build-26200/
This $250 Asus laptop is a much better deal than a cheap Chromebook: The Asus Vivobook 14 laptop is on sale for just $249.99. That's great for a laptop that ...
pcworld.com/article/2307214/nab-this-asus-laptop-with-a-1080p-display-for-just-250.html
Microsoft's Clipchamp video editing tool adds a fast way to remove long silences
neowin.net/news/microsofts-clipchamp-video-editing-tool-adds-a-fast-way-to-remove-long-silences/
Microsoft confirms caching issues in Windows 10 KB5034203 and newer updates: Microsoft has confirmed that the recent Windows 10 updates are causing problems with ...
neowin.net/news/microsoft-confirms-caching-issues-in-windows-10-kb5034203-and-newer-updates/
KB503698: Microsoft fixes TCP, bootloader, DNS bugs and more with Windows 11 22631.3520
neowin.net/news/kb503698-microsoft-fixes-tcp-bootloader-dns-bugs-and-more-with-windows-11-226313371/
Start11 gets Windows 11 24H2 optimizations as the latter breaks other customization apps
neowin.net/news/start11-gets-windows-11-24h2-optimizations-as-the-latter-breaks-other-customization-apps/
Windows 11: Insiders get spell checker in Notepad: Minimalists who work with a Windows 11 Insider version now have a nice function in Notepad. As already ...
stadt-bremerhaven.de/windows-11-insider-bekommen-die-rechtschreibpruefung/
So it begins: Microsoft starts showing full-screen ads about the end of Windows 10 support
neowin.net/news/so-it-begins-microsoft-starts-showing-full-screen-ads-about-the-end-of-windows-10-support/
Eww, Copilot AI might auto-launch with Windows 11 soon: Windows 11 Insider builds are now auto-launching Copilot when you boot the OS, and it's gross and I ...
pcworld.com/article/2301770/eww-copilot-might-auto-launch-with-windows-soon.html
Microsoft still unsure how hackers stole MSA key in 2023 Exchange attack: The U.S. Department of Homeland Security's Cyber Safety Review Board (CSRB) has ...
bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/microsoft-still-unsure-how-hackers-stole-msa-key-in-2023-exchange-attack/
Quick Glance: US government faults Microsoft for errors in Chinese hacker attack
- A US government review found that Microsoft committed a series of avoidable errors that allowed Chinese hackers to access the tech giant's network last year and later breach the email accounts of senior US officials.
- Microsoft was specifically criticized for not adequately protecting a sensitive cryptographic key, enabling hackers to remotely log into their targets' Outlook accounts by forging credentials.
- The hack resulted in Chinese operatives gaining access to the unclassified email accounts of senior US diplomats, including US Ambassador to China Nicholas Burns and US Secretary of Commerce Gina Raimondo.
- Microsoft announced plans to enhance its security practices for software development and user protection following the alleged Chinese hacking incident and scrutiny of its security practices by US lawmakers.
How to identify which application is hogging your camera in Windows 11 and 10: We’ve all been there. The pandemic forced many of us to work from home and that ...
tomshardware.com/software/windows/how-to-identify-which-application-is-hogging-your-camera-in-windows-11-and-10
Microsoft could soon sneak Start menu ads into Windows 11: The ads may be returning to the Start menu with the next major update. According to recent reports ...
techspot.com/news/102600-microsoft-could-soon-sneak-start-menu-ads-windows.html
Windows Update April 2024: Windows 10 and Windows 11 are supplied: The second Tuesday of the month is traditionally Patch Tuesday at Microsoft ...
stadt-bremerhaven.de/windows-update-april-2024-windows-10-und-windows-11-werden-versorgt/
The Best Laptops for 2024: Whether you want a simple budget PC, a productivity workhorse, or a screamer of a gaming notebook, our deep-dive guide has all the ...
pcmag.com/picks/the-best-laptops
Windows 11's 24H2 block list contains more than just customization apps — hardware ID, software, and driver blocks could keep you from getting the Microsoft's ...
tomshardware.com/software/windows/windows-11s-24h2-block-list-contains-more-than-just-customization-apps-hardware-id-software-and-driver-blocks-could-keep-you-from-getting-the-microsofts-ai-focused-os-update
Operating systems: Not much is happening: We regularly analyze the statistics of various services. It is clear that there are no major fluctuations from month to ...
stadt-bremerhaven.de/betriebssysteme-es-tut-sich-nicht-viel/
Microsoft confirms next generation of "Windows on Arm": We previously reported that Microsoft plans to unveil its own so-called "AI PCs" in May this year ...
stadt-bremerhaven.de/microsoft-bestaetigt-naechste-generation-von-windows-on-arm/
Microsoft decouples Teams and Office worldwide: Microsoft will soon be launching a new global version of Microsoft 365 and Office 365 that does not include Teams ...
stadt-bremerhaven.de/microsoft-entkoppelt-teams-und-office-weltweit/
Microsoft blocks even more customization apps in Windows 11 version 24H2: Microsoft appears to be blocking even more apps for customizing the user interface in ...
neowin.net/news/microsoft-blocks-even-more-customization-apps-in-windows-11-version-24h2/
Microsoft is, once again, testing launching Copilot in Windows 11 at start-up: Microsoft wants Copilot in Windows 11, AI assistant, to be a universal experience ...
mspoweruser.com/microsoft-is-once-again-testing-launching-copilot-in-windows-11-at-start-up/
Canoo reveals it paid for CEO’s jet, AT&T leaks records and X announces NSFW plans
techcrunch.com/2024/04/06/canoo-reveals-it-paid-for-ceos-jet-att-leaks-records-and-x-announces-nsfw-plans/
This Registry trick lets you seamlessly upgrade to Windows 10/11 Pro from Home: The Windows Registry is a cool thing to play around with provided you know what ...
neowin.net/news/this-registry-trick-lets-you-seamlessly-upgrade-to-windows-1011-pro-from-home/
Snipping Tool gets new functions: Fans of the Snipping Tool under Windows 11 will soon be offered additional functions. With the recently introduced feature for ...
stadt-bremerhaven.de/snipping-tool-bekommt-neue-funktionen/
Microsoft finally lifts two-year old block preventing Windows 10 users from upgrading to 11
neowin.net/news/microsoft-finally-lifts-two-year-old-block-preventing-windows-10-users-from-upgrading-to-11/
System requirements for Windows 11 "AI Explorer" leaked, could be exclusive to Arm devices
techspot.com/news/102665-system-requirements-windows-11-ai-explorer-leaked-could.html
Microsoft: Windows on ARM should beat Apple M3 - Golem.de: Microsoft and Qualcomm are confident: the upcoming Windows devices should be competitive - including ...
golem.de/news/microsoft-windows-on-arm-soll-apple-m3-schlagen-2404-183957.html
PowerToys is getting AI-powered Advanced Paste feature alongside new Windows AI experiences
neowin.net/news/powertoys-is-getting-ai-powered-advanced-paste-feature-alongside-new-windows-ai-experiences/
Snapdragon X Elite Is A Necessary Hardware Requirement If Users Want To Take Advantage Of Windows 11’s A…
wccftech.com/snapdragon-x-elite-required-to-run-windows-11-ai-explorer/
Copilot for Microsoft 365 Subscribers Get Priority Access to OpenAI's GPT-4 Turbo
uk.pcmag.com/ai/151685/copilot-for-microsoft-365-subscribers-get-priority-access-to-openais-gpt-4-turbo
These 10 Windows features will disappear soon: Lots of Windows 10 and 11 features are getting the axe in upcoming patches. Here's a rundown of everything on ...
pcworld.com/article/2285358/10-windows-features-disappear-soon-2024.html
Developers on Windows 11: Start menu performance “ridiculously bad”: A former Microsoft developer criticizes the performance of the Windows 11 Start menu and ...
pcgameshardware.de/Windows-Software-277633/News/Leistung-des-Startmenues-laecherlich-schlecht-1445153/
Microsoft is blocking Windows 11 build upgrades on systems with StartAllBack: If you use StartAllBack, a popular third-party tool for tweaking Windows 11 UI ...
neowin.net/news/microsoft-is-blocking-windows-11-build-upgrades-on-systems-with-startallback/
Microsoft to unveil AI PCs to rival Apple's M3 MacBooks on May 20, 2024: Microsoft is planning to officially unveil its new "AI PCs" at an event in Seattle ...
stadt-bremerhaven.de/microsoft-stellt-am-20-mai-2024-ki-pcs-als-konkurrenz-zu-apples-m3-macbooks-vor/
Windows: What the sudo command can do: Running programs with administrator rights on Windows is quite cumbersome for console users. Microsoft wants to change ...
heise.de/hintergrund/Windows-Was-der-sudo-Befehl-kann-9673409.html
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Microsoft will erase WordPad with the next Windows 11 upgrade: Microsoft announced the deprecation of WordPad in September 2023, stating that the basic Windows ...
techspot.com/news/102475-microsoft-erase-wordpad-next-windows-11-upgrade.html
Microsoft Weekly: too many ads in Windows 11, Windows 10, and Edge: This week's Microsoft news recap brings you stories about the company adding more ads to ...
neowin.net/news/microsoft-weekly-too-many-ads-in-windows-11-windows-10-and-edge/
Microsoft 365 Insiders can try out handwriting straightening in OneNote for Windows
neowin.net/news/microsoft-365-insiders-can-try-out-handwriting-straightening-in-onenote-for-windows/
Windows tweaking app WinToys gets a big update with new features and improvements
neowin.net/news/windows-tweaking-app-wintoys-gets-a-big-update-with-new-features-and-improvements/
Microsoft Copilot now with improvements for business customers (GPT-4 Turbo): Microsoft is giving the Copilot for business customers new functions with Microsoft ...
stadt-bremerhaven.de/microsoft-copilot-ab-sofort-mit-verbesserungen-fuer-geschaeftskunden-gpt-4-turbo/
Windows 11 is holding gaming handhelds back: Windows handhelds currently cop a lot of flak from users for problems they face, which can largely be put down to ...
pcworld.com/article/2288552/windows-11-is-holding-gaming-handhelds-back.html
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