New Windows 11 preview build improves privacy for European users
Location-storing API and cloud-based data harvesting are gone, though not for everyone
Hacker group releases updated tool to activate almost all modern Microsoft software
The MAS project is donation-free because "profiting from piracy is not good," the pirates say
The Windows 95 setup was text-based for a good reason, Microsoft employee reveals
Implementing graphics in the MS-DOS environment wasn't worth the effort
Microsoft drops Windows 11 24H2 support for 8th, 9th, and 10th-gen Intel CPUs – but only for OEMs
Consumers don't need to worry
Third-party mod delivers the Start Menu Windows 11 deserves
All app menus to the forefront
Ventoy lets you copy ISO files to a USB drive and boot up without reformatting
With Ventoy, you don't need to format your USB drive – simply copy the image files and boot directly. You can add multiple ISOs at once, and Ventoy provides a boot menu for easy selection. The latest update enhances support for all Linux distributions as well.
Latest Windows 11 build adds full MIDI 2.0 support and improved performance
What could possibly go wrong?
Discord now runs on Windows 98 (and even Windows 95) with this unofficial client
A retro-friendly version of Discord for machines with slower hardware
Microsoft hides "official" workaround for installing Windows 11 on older PCs
Despite Redmond's policy shifts, the Registry trick may still work anyway
Windows 11 reaches highest market share as Windows 10 nears end of support
Windows 10 still has a massive lead over Windows 11
WinToUSB lets you install and run Windows on an external hard drive or USB flash drive
WinToUSB is a lightweight, user-friendly tool that enables you to create and run bootable Windows installations on USB drives or external hard drives. It provides a convenient solution for portable Windows systems or emergency recovery tools.
Microsoft improves Windows 11's iPhone integration, still nowhere near macOS mirroring
Microsoft's Phone Link now treats Android and iOS devices equally
Windows users report widespread device issues following January 2025 updates
Problems affect USB connections, DAC drivers, Bluetooth, and more
During its earliest days in development, Windows 1.0 was known by what name?
The graphical user interface for MS-DOS circa 1985
Microsoft issues reminder that Windows Server Update Services will soon stop providing driver downloads
Cloud-based updates and servicing tools are the new way to go
Wine 10.0 arrives with a performance and compatibility boost
Wine 10.0, the latest release of the compatibility layer for running Windows applications on Linux, brings improved 64-bit x86 emulation, full ARM64EC support, and revamped high-DPI scaling, as well as an initial revision of a Bluetooth driver.
Microsoft promises smarter, faster search with AI in Windows 11, but don't hold your breath
One of Windows least beloved features is getting the Copilot+ PC treatment
Something to look forward to: Microsoft introduced a proper search feature in its PC operating systems with Windows Vista. Despite undergoing several iterations over the years, Windows search functionality still lacks the basic ability to provide consistent, reliable results when searching for files, applications, or settings. Is this finally going to change?
What's the keyboard shortcut to directly open the Windows Task Manager?
If you don't know it, it's about time you learn it... plus a few more
Microsoft finally patches serious UEFI Secure Boot flaw after seven-month delay
Vulnerability could have allowed hackers to run malware during the boot process
FBI triggers self-destruction of China-backed malware infecting US computers
Command-and-control servers can also be useful to law enforcement agencies
Microsoft Paint AI eraser is now available for all Windows 11 users, not just Copilot PCs
We tested the feature on a Raptor Lake CPU running on Windows 11 23H2
Microsoft to merge Xbox and Windows features for better gaming on handhelds
Will Windows handhelds get a much-needed boost?
TL;DR: Microsoft is looking to bring the Xbox experience to PC and handheld gaming. Speaking at an AMD and Lenovo event at CES 2025, Microsoft's VP of "Next Generation," Jason Ronald, said that the combined Xbox and Windows experience could be rolled out before the end of this year. But isn't this just a reactionary move to SteamOS coming after PC gaming?
Microsoft declares 2025 "the year of the Windows 11 refresh" in latest bid to leave Windows 10 behind
Microsoft says a Windows 10 PC refresh is more important than a new fridge, TV, or phone
End of Windows 10 support this year threatens over 60% of active Windows PCs
More than 3 years after launch, Windows 11 remains a minority