Microsoft pushes Copilot AI to Windows and Office as soon as next week
The ripple effect of these launches will be felt in the short and long term
Windows 11 23H2 arrives September 26 with AI copilot, upgraded Paint, new File Explorer, and more
Microsoft 365 integrates AI functions for enterprise users starting November 1
MS Paint could soon be getting one-click background removal capabilities
Teaching an old dog new tricks
Third-party printer drivers will go the way of the dodo, Microsoft warns
The big picture: Microsoft is preparing a big change in how printer manufacturers and customers interact with Windows. In a few years from now, Redmond's operating system won't provide any "official" means for third-party driver distribution. Security and reliability for printing operations will improve as a result, hopefully.
User-activated bug in Windows File Explorer unintentionally boosts performance
It comes at a price, but a small one
Military data compromised via fencing company's Windows 7 machine
A stronger perimeter might have helped
Future Windows versions will disable TLS 1.0 and TLS 1.1 by default, Microsoft confirms
In context: The Transport Layer Security (TLS) protocol is widely used to secure and encrypt internet communications, encompassing emails, instant messaging platforms, VoIP, and HTTPS web traffic. Introduced in 1999, the earliest TLS specifications are now deemed insecure by modern standards.
End of an era: Microsoft bids farewell to WordPad after nearly 30 years
It first appeared in Windows 95
Windows 11 will soon open all links in the default browser, but only for users in Europe
Those in the rest of the world will have to keep using Microsoft Edge against their will
Microsoft accused of malware-like tactics, again, in attempt to push users onto Bing
Microsoft claims the behavior was unintended
Windows 11 is getting a redesigned Settings homepage and new backup app
The new homepage will show all your most-used settings in one place for easy access
Microsoft investigating Windows 11 update that is causing blue screens of death
The problem might be related to MSI motherboards
Windows 11 apps, including Paint, expected to receive AI features
Paint is moving with the times
Microsoft finally fixes Windows 11 SSD slowdown bug
Still no public acknowledgement of the issue, though
RegCool is an advanced registry editor for Windows
RegCool is a free tool that lets you make changes safely to the Windows registry. You can copy, compare, move, delete, and rename keys and values. It is compatible with all Windows versions.
Relive the PDA glory days with this 5.5" Windows 11 pocket PC
Lots of ports and dual 4K 60Hz HDMI output could make this an ultraportable secondary workstation
Microsoft accidentally leaked its internal tool for testing new Windows features
Staging tool allows users to find and activate hidden Windows Insider features
AMD Radeon RX 7000 GPUs finally enter the Steam survey, RTX 4060 Ti makes appearance
As Windows 10's share falls close to 50%
The ultimate Microsoft bundle: Grab Windows 11 and Microsoft Office for just $49
Flagship Microsoft products at a fraction of the retail price
Recent Windows updates made video playback and capture impossible for some users
Hey, these are not-so-quality Windows updates...
Google's answer to AirDrop for Android and Windows exits beta
Wirelessly transfer files between Android and Windows over local networks
Windows 11 July update addresses game stuttering issues
Caused by high polling rate mice
How to Upgrade Your SSD (and Retain All Data)
Looking to upgrade your computer's SSD without having to reinstall Windows and all your apps? We've got you covered with this guide to cloning a boot drive.
Windows 11 23H2 update announced, meanwhile Insider build adds system repair and TPM troubleshooter
Also: Rust in the Windows kernel gets previewed
Hackers are exploiting Windows loophole to load malicious drivers
Microsoft has blocked the offending drivers, but the loophole remains