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See allWindows 11's Get Updates as soon as they're available feature explained
Microsoft introduced a new feature in stable versions of its Windows 11 operating system recently. It is called "Get Updates as soon as they're available" and a new option in the Windows […]
It is getting crowded on the Windows desktop
Widgets, the Edge Bar search field and Microsoft Edge sidebar, and Windows Copilot can all be displayed on the Windows desktop, and that is not even considering other features that Microsoft may […]
Windows is used by over 1 billion users according to Microsoft
It does not happen very often that Microsoft provides information on the number of devices or users of its Windows operating systems or other products. Yesterday was such a day, as Microsoft […]
Soon, Windows 11 users will be able to remove the MSN news feed widget
Microsoft Windows 11 users may soon remove the MSN news feed widget from the operating system's Widgets board. Microsoft made the announcement during a keynote speech at its Build 2023 developer conference. […]
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Microsoft may be working on a modern version of Windows (again)
Remember Windows 8 RT? No? What about Windows 10X? No? It appears, filed under rumor for now, that Microsoft is working on the next modern version of Windows. The report comes from […]
Could these be some of Windows 12's system requirements?
Microsoft has not announced Windows 12 officially, but the company is expected to release a new version off Windows in the second half of 2024. First rumors about Windows 12 came to […]
The next "final" version of Windows 12 may already be in development
When Microsoft unveiled the Windows 10 operating system, it stated that Windows 10 would be the last and final version of Windows. Last year, Microsoft released Windows 11 to the public, and […]
Is Microsoft releasing Windows 12 next year?
More and more leaks suggest that Microsoft is working on a Windows 11 successor, that it will be named Windows 12, and that it will be released in the second half of […]
Windows 11 Help
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Windows 11's Get Updates as soon as they're available feature explained
Microsoft introduced a new feature in stable versions of its Windows 11 operating system recently. It is called "Get Updates as soon as they're available" and a new option in the Windows […]
How to fix internal drives showing up as removable on Windows 11
There is a clear distinction between internal, or fixed, hard drives and removable drives. The most common difference is that removable drives are usually connected to outside ports of the device. Removal […]
Microsoft still fiddling around with Windows 11's Local Security protection is off issue
Microsoft confirmed the "Local Security Authority protection is off" Windows 11 issue in March 2023. The company then produced a solution for it, but had to retract the solution as it was […]
How to reset user permissions on Windows 11 devices?
Resetting user permissions on a Windows 11 device is an essential troubleshooting step that can help resolve app or program issues. If you've been having problems with user profile settings, it may […]
Windows 11 News
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It is getting crowded on the Windows desktop
Widgets, the Edge Bar search field and Microsoft Edge sidebar, and Windows Copilot can all be displayed on the Windows desktop, and that is not even considering other features that Microsoft may […]
Windows is used by over 1 billion users according to Microsoft
It does not happen very often that Microsoft provides information on the number of devices or users of its Windows operating systems or other products. Yesterday was such a day, as Microsoft […]
Soon, Windows 11 users will be able to remove the MSN news feed widget
Microsoft Windows 11 users may soon remove the MSN news feed widget from the operating system's Widgets board. Microsoft made the announcement during a keynote speech at its Build 2023 developer conference. […]
Saving or copying may fail on Windows: here is why
Have you tried saving or copying again? That's Microsoft's workaround for a new issue that is plaguing some users of the company's Windows 10 and Windows 11 operating systems. Microsoft confirmed the […]
Windows 10
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Windows 10 21H2 systems will be upgraded to 22H2 automatically
Microsoft's Windows 10 version 21H2 operating system reaches end of servicing in June 2023. To ensure that devices continue to receive security updates, Microsoft announced that these devices will be updated to […]
Windows is used by over 1 billion users according to Microsoft
It does not happen very often that Microsoft provides information on the number of devices or users of its Windows operating systems or other products. Yesterday was such a day, as Microsoft […]
Saving or copying may fail on Windows: here is why
Have you tried saving or copying again? That's Microsoft's workaround for a new issue that is plaguing some users of the company's Windows 10 and Windows 11 operating systems. Microsoft confirmed the […]
Windows 10 will still get smaller feature updates
When Microsoft revealed that the current Windows 10 version would be the last, it was not clear if Windows 10 would still get smaller feature updates or if Microsoft would limit updates […]
Windows 8
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Windows 7 and 8.1 support ends next month
Microsoft plans to end support for Windows 7 and 8.1 on January 10, 2022. The devices won't receive updates anymore after end of support and some programs, like Chrome or Microsoft Edge, […]
Chrome notification suggests Windows 10 or 11 on Windows 7 and 8.1 devices
Google Chrome users who use the web browser on Windows 7 Service Pack 1, Windows 8.1 or Windows Server 2012 R2 devices get a notification at the top of the browser screen […]
Windows 8.1: Microsoft Store apps continue to work, but..
Most Windows users know by know that the operating systems Windows 7 and 8.1 will reach end of support by Microsoft on January 10, 2023. The first Patch Day of 2023 is […]
The end of Windows 8.1 is near, and Microsoft plans to inform customers with warnings
Microsoft plans to display notifications on Windows 8.1 systems to inform customers about the upcoming end of support. Windows 8.1 was not Microsoft's most successful desktop operating system, but it still is […]
Windows 7
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Windows 10 market share skyrockets, while Windows 7 market share nearly halves
Analysing market share developments of the Windows operating system is usually a rather boring tasks. A percent or so shifts from one version to another, but unless something major happens, there is […]
Here is what happens when you try to install and run unsupported browsers on Windows 7
Microsoft ended support for its Windows 7 and Windows 8.1 operating systems on January 10, 2023. End of support means that the company will not release security updates or any other type […]
Microsoft sneaks Secure Boot support into Windows 7 shortly before support ends
Support for Extended Security Updates for Windows 7 is ending today officially. Microsoft will release a last cumulative update for Windows 7 on January 10, 2023 before the operating system is laid […]
While Windows 7 has a fighting chance, it is game over for Windows 8.1
Windows 8.1 receives one more batch of security patches on the coming Tuesday before Microsoft lays the operating system to rest. Windows 8.1 does not get the same Extended Security Updates treatment […]
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Don't use "search the Microsoft Store" to find apps for specific file extensions
If you don't want to use WhatsApp for viewing Mp4 video files or Doc Opener for Sell to open Microsoft Word documents, then you should disregard the Microsoft Store recommendations for these […]
Invert Files to select files faster on Windows
When it comes to selecting files in File Explorer, Windows users have plenty of options. From left-clicking to selecting individual files to drawing a rectangle around files for selection. Keyboard shortcuts help […]
How to change the Windows screen size in VirtualBox?
Oracle's VirtualBox virtualization software is a popular choice for users who want to test new operating system versions. If you install Windows in VirtualBox, you may notice that you can't change the […]
How to disable Bing Search in Windows 10 version 2004 and newer
When Microsoft launched its Windows 10 operating system in 2015, it merged the local search functionality with the digital assistant Cortana and also Bing Search. Cortana has since been revamped completely and […]
Windows Updates
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EverythingToolbar Windows search gets an update checker
A new version of the open source EverythingToolbar application introduces support for automatic update checks and makes other improvements. EverythingToolbar is a companion app for the popular Windows search tool Everything. Everything […]
Microsoft patches several critical security issues on the May 2023 Windows Patch Day
Microsoft released security updates and non-security updates for all supported versions of its Windows operating system and other company products on the May 2023 Patch Tuesday. All versions of Windows are affected […]
Microsoft Windows Security Updates April 2023: What you need to know before installation
It is the second Tuesday of April 2023, and that means that Microsoft has released security updates for Windows and other company products. Security updates were released for Microsoft Windows, Office, Microsoft […]
Stay up to date with your friends with the new Windows 11 Facebook Widget
Microsoft has announced a new set of updates for Windows 11 Insiders, with a focus on improving the user experience across the operating system. In this article, we'll take a closer look […]
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