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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
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/
Microsoft Displaying Full Screen Windows 11 Ads in Windows 10
extremetech.com/computing/microsoft-displaying-full-screen-windows-11-ads-in-windows-10
Virtual backdoor in Windows: malware controlled from Russia discovered: Russia's secret service is apparently using software that has now been discovered ...
spiegel.de/netzwelt/cyberkrieg-aus-russland-gesteuerte-schadsoftware-entdeckt-a-266b5bcd-3a96-4b5e-8d9e-591b62a163fa
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
Windows: Update and shutdown not working properly - Golem.de: After a Windows update, the operating system sometimes restarts instead of shutting down ...
golem.de/news/windows-aktualisieren-und-herunterfahren-funktioniert-nicht-richtig-2404-184291.html
Ex-Microsoft veteran calls out Windows 11's "comically bad" performance, 'unfinished' state
neowin.net/news/ex-microsoft-veteran-calls-out-windows-11s-comically-bad-performance-unfinished-state/
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.
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
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
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/
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
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
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
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 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
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/
KB5037941: Microsoft quietly releases Windows 11 build 26100.2 for Windows 11 24H2 PCs
neowin.net/news/kb5037941-microsoft-quietly-releases-windows-11-build-261002-for-windows-11-24h2-pcs/
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.
US House approves FISA renewal – warrantless surveillance and all: PLUS: Chinese chipmaker Nexperia attacked; A Microsoft-signed backdoor; CISA starts scanning ...
theregister.com/2024/04/15/security_in_brief/
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
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/
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
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/
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/
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/
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
YouTuber shows how he took "thousands of apps" back in time to Windows 95
neowin.net/news/youtuber-shows-how-he-took-thousands-of-apps-back-in-time-to-windows-95/
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/
New Windows driver blocks software from changing default web browser: Microsoft is now using a Windows driver to prevent users from changing the Windows 10 and ...
bleepingcomputer.com/news/microsoft/new-windows-driver-blocks-software-from-changing-default-web-browser/
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
Critical Rust flaw enables Windows command injection attacks: Threat actors can exploit a security vulnerability in the Rust standard library to target Windows ...
bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/critical-rust-flaw-enables-windows-command-injection-attacks/
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 '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/
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
Logitech updates Options Plus with a new Logi AI Prompt Builder for custom ChatGPT prompts
neowin.net/news/logitech-updates-options-plus-with-a-new-logi-ai-prompt-builder-for-custom-chatgpt-prompts/
Attack from Russia: Windows malware places backdoor and covers tracks - Golem.de: The malware called Kapeka is associated with the Russian hacker group Sandworm ...
golem.de/news/angriff-aus-russland-windows-malware-platziert-backdoor-und-verwischt-spuren-2404-184257.html
Windows blocks apps from changing your default browser: Microsoft is barring tweaks to this default app setting through the registry.
pcworld.com/article/2019173/windows-blocks-apps-from-changing-your-default-browser.html
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/
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/
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/
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
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/
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 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 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/
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/
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/
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 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/
How to Back Up and Restore Your Files, Apps, and Settings in Windows: File History automatically backs up important files and documents, while the Windows Backup ...
pcmag.com/how-to/how-to-back-up-restore-your-documents-in-windows-10
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: 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
Why pay? One of Photoshop's best features is free in Windows: Have you tried the Windows Photos Generative Erase feature within Windows 10 and Windows 11? ...
pcworld.com/article/2301057/why-pay-one-of-photoshops-best-features-is-free-within-windows.html
Microsoft quietly adds Windows UCPD driver to block Registry hacks for default app switches
neowin.net/news/microsoft-quietly-adds-windows-ucpd-driver-to-block-registry-hacks-for-default-app-switches/
A Microsoft Confidential Windows Server 2012 R2 build has leaked and it's quite pretty
neowin.net/news/a-microsoft-confidential-windows-server-2012-r2-build-has-leaked-and-its-quite-pretty/
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/
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 fixes two Windows zero-days exploited in malware attacks: Microsoft has fixed two actively exploited zero-day vulnerabilities during the April 2024 ...
bleepingcomputer.com/news/microsoft/microsoft-fixes-two-windows-zero-days-exploited-in-malware-attacks/
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
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/
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/
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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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 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/
Best Privacy Browsers (2024): Brave, Safari, Ghostery, Firefox, DuckDuckGo: Ad trackers are out of control. Use a browser that reins them in.
wired.com/story/privacy-browsers-duckduckgo-ghostery-brave/
Quick Glance: Privacy Browsers 2024: Brave, Safari, Ghostery, Firefox, DuckDuckGo
- Ad trackers are excessively prevalent. Choose a browser for regulation.
- Alternatives exist: Browsers prioritizing user data protection.
- DuckDuckGo, Ghostery, Tor Browser, Brave, and Firefox are recommended.
- Safari by Apple continually enhances privacy for iOS and macOS.
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
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
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
Get these beautiful high-resolution Surface Pro 10 for Business default wallpapers
neowin.net/news/get-these-beautiful-high-resolution-surface-pro-10-for-business-default-wallpapers/
Linux vs Windows AES performance to be intriguing as Google boosts AMD and Intel: AMD and Intel modern processors just got big boosts in performance thanks to ...
neowin.net/news/linux-vs-windows-aes-performance-to-be-intriguing-as-google-boosts-amd-and-intel/
Windows and Microsoft Office are being replaced with Linux and LibreOffice in this German state
techspot.com/news/102518-windows-microsoft-office-replaced-linux-libreoffice-german-state.html
Quick Glance: German State Initiates Transition to Linux and LibreOffice
- Schleswig-Holstein is set to transition from using Microsoft Office to LibreOffice and migrate from Windows to Linux for the 30,000 PCs used for local government tasks.
- Minister-President Daniel Gunther announced the switch, highlighting independence as the main motivation for embracing open-source software.
- Concerns regarding data security and Windows 11 hardware requirements were cited as factors driving the transition, which is progressing ahead of schedule.
- The shift to open-source software in Schleswig-Holstein encompasses not only office software and operating systems but also email servers, directories, and telephony software.
Windows Copilot key is secretly from the IBM era — but you can remap it with the right tools
tomshardware.com/software/windows/windows-copilot-key-is-secretly-from-the-ibm-era-but-you-can-remap-it-with-the-right-tools
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