Microsoft has announced that it will soon be getting rid of legacy drivers being delivered through Windows Update in order to improve security.
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Microsoft recently started public testing a redesigned Start menu for Windows 11. Here is how it compares to users' expectations.
The forced Microsoft Account requirement and BitLocker auto encryption can lead to catastrophic issues on Windows if you aren't careful, and especially in the case of a lockout.
Intel's next-generation desktop processors are about to offer a massive number of cores and faster memory.
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The latest WhatsApp Beta for Android has added 18 new chat theme colors, bringing it up to parity with the iOS beta which got this update earlier this month.
Samsung is set to end support for Tizen OS on its smartwatch lineup very soon this year. These are the watches that will lose support.
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Microsoft officially confirmed it is restoring a long-requested taskbar feature in Windows 11 that was previously available in Windows 10.
Editorial
It's been four years, and I still don't have a strong enough reason to upgrade to Windows 11
I use both Windows 10 and Windows 11 on a daily basis, but I don't think Microsoft has offered compelling enough reasons in the past four years to make Windows 11 my sole daily driver.
This week's Microsoft Weekly news recap is here with the redesigned Start menu, the long-anticipated Xbox handheld, interesting Windows bugs, and more.
If you use one of the recent Windows 11 preview builds, you might have noticed a different startup sound. As it turned out, Microsoft accidentally replaced it with the old-school Windows Vista jingle.
Built for 24/7 NAS/RAID use with CMR, 7200 RPM, SATA 6 Gb/s, and more, the 12TB Seagate IronWolf Pro HDD is at its lowest price in over two years.
The Document Foundation has released the first beta of LibreOffice 25.8, introducing new features and improvements, while also dropping support for select Windows versions.
AMD quietly released a new AM4 processor with stacked 3D V-Cache, offering gamers on the aging platform a new affordable processor with solid gaming performance.
Following Germany's move last year, Denmark is also trying to transition away from Windows and Office towards Linux.
Windows 11 has some "real costs", says The Document Foundation, developer of LibreOffice. The foundation explains why users should ditch the Windows OS and switch to Linux.
Microsoft is rolling out an important update for Windows 11 version 24H2, which addresses a bug that causes system crashes when launching certain games.
Here we go again. Elon Musk has announced the date and location where Tesla's robotaxi service will launch.
Microsoft has released Patch Tuesday updates for Windows 11 (KB5058411, KB5058405) for May 2025. Here's what's included.
Microsoft started rolling out a redesigned Start menu for Windows Insiders. If your machine does not have it yet, check out this guide to learn how to enable it.
An unofficial script that fixes common Windows 11/10 problems with the most useful native repair tools that Windows offers has been released.
Mozilla has announced the shutdown of several Firefox services as it shifts its focus and resources back to the core Firefox browser.
Windows 11 is finally getting a much-improved Start menu with a better layout, the ability to turn off "Recommended," and more in the latest builds 26200.5641 and 26120.4250.
Aside from Samsung's Q900F, Q800F, and Q600F, JBL's BAR Dolby Atmos soundbars with wireless subwoofers are also available at their lowest prices.
Microsoft is quietly wiping support info related to a massive Windows 7 hardware driver feature as Windows 11 is killing it off.
KEF and Polk Audio are selling the Q Concerto Meta and the Reserve R200 Limited Edition Anniversary speakers at the lowest prices ever. Get the deals while they last.
Microsoft has explained why Edge is better than Google Chrome on Windows, and this includes better performance in things like ad blocking and more such aspects.
Microsoft is relocating its annual Build developer conference from Seattle, potentially to San Francisco or Las Vegas in 2026.
Samsung wants you to consider its Q-900F and Q-600F soundbars for your home theatre upgrade. They feature Dolby Atmos, a wireless subwoofer, and more.
Microsoft has shared a PowerShell script in case you mistakenly deleted a system folder believing it was malicious. The company recommends "immediate remediation."
Australia is reportedly considering following the EU in forcing Apple to allow sideloading on iOS and iPadOS. In response, Apple has warned officials not to move forward with the plan.
PowerToys Run is a robust launcher for Windows 10 and 11, and with these modules, you can measure internet connection speed, download videos, and do more.
Microsoft has published a new ad about upgrading Windows 10 PCs to Windows 11 Pro. However, in it, the tech giant seems to have a clear recommendation for one over the other between AMD and Intel.
Microsoft has started the rollout of SharePoint eSignature in Microsoft 365 Word, a move set to speed up the digital signature process for millions.
Google has shared that Chrome is now the fastest it has ever been, and in a new post, the company has explained in some detail how that came to be.
Microsoft is updating the Settings app in Windows 11 to make it easier to find your computer's specs.
Microsoft is removing legacy drivers from Windows Update
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