Not earlier than in 2 years: Microsoft bans fired employees from reapplying for jobs
Microsoft has updated its policy, and now those who have been fired will no longer be able to re-enter the company for at least two years.
Microsoft «kills a feature that protected «older» versions of Windows 11 — and no one knows why
Microsoft is planning to remove a security feature in older versions of Windows 11 — all versions before 24H2. Support for VBS enclaves (virtualization-based security enclaves) will be discontinued in Windows 11 23H2 and 22H2. The same applies to server versions: Windows Server 2022, 2019, and 2016. This effectively means that older versions of…
A first look at Xbox Copilot, Microsoft’s AI assistant that helps you win games
Microsoft has begun testing an early version of Copilot for Gaming, a gaming assistant. The company’s employees already have access to Copilot in the Xbox mobile app. Although it looks similar to the existing Copilot chatbot, it was designed to integrate with an Xbox account.
Microsoft Outlook bug loads CPUs by 50% while typing — no fix yet
Microsoft has confirmed a bug in Outlook Classic that can cause the processor to load up by 30-50% while typing. The worst part is that the first complaints about this appeared in November last year, and there is still no full-fledged solution. The company currently offers only a temporary solution.
Windows 11 24H2 update adds mysterious empty — folder and Microsoft doesn’t advise deleting it
Microsoft warns that anyone who deleted the mysterious folder that appeared after the April 24H2 update of Windows 11 should immediately return it.
Microsoft reveals new 3D icons for Office — users approve
Microsoft developers seem to be working on a new 3D icon design for the next version of Office.
Goodbye, old man: Microsoft advises scrapping PCs that can’t be upgraded to Windows 11
What should I do with old Windows 10 PCs that work fine but don’t support an upgrade to Windows 11? The logical thing to do is to continue using them with the current OS. But Microsoft has its own logic on this issue. The company advises to dispose of old devices, recycle them, and buy a new Windows 11 PC — preferably a Copilot+ PC, so as…
Microsoft launches Copilot search engine and makes Copilot for Windows native (yes, again)
Artificial intelligence is actually replacing traditional search engines. We can already see this in the example of AI reviews in Google Search, as well as the launch of SearchGPT by OpenAI. Even alternative search engines such as DuckDuckGo are starting to integrate AI into their platforms, and this trend is not slowing down.
Bill Gates showed «the coolest code» he created for Microsoft
On the eve of Microsoft’s 50th anniversary, Bill Gates published the code that eventually led to the company’s success. The full sample is available for study.
Microsoft research: artificial intelligence reduces the ability to think critically
Researchers from Microsoft and Carnegie Mellon University have found that excessive use of artificial intelligence systems undermines critical thinking skills.
The «Start» menu in Windows 11 will get a major redesign — with flexible customization and no intrusive recommendations
Microsoft has begun internal testing of the new «Start» menu interface in Windows 11, which combines all sections into one scrollable layout and finally allows you to turn off intrusive recommendations.
Windows 11 will get «green screen of death» — Microsoft makes mistakes attractive
If you can’t beat the bugs, change the way you perceive them. This seems to be the logic behind Microsoft’s introduction of GSOD in Windows 11.
Microsoft tests Windows 11 remote recovery if PC won’t boot
Microsoft has begun testing Quick Machine Recovery, a feature that should prevent incidents like last year’s Crowdstrike disaster. The feature appeared in the latest Windows Insider Preview test build (6120.3653) and allows IT professionals to remotely restore Windows 11 devices even if they can’t boot.
Windows 11 has received an official roadmap — when new features will be released
Keeping track of new features in Windows 11 test builds was difficult, even for enthusiasts. Innovations appeared in different channels without a clear system, and their launch was gradual. Now, in the fourth year of Windows 11, Microsoft is finally launching an official roadmap site – Windows Roadmap.
Microsoft fixes «printer uprising» in Windows 11 and remote desktop
Microsoft has finally confirmed that Windows 11 24H2 has a problem with RDP (Remote Desktop Platform). The company has begun an emergency rollout of a server update that will fix the problem, but it may take 24-48 hours before remote sessions are back to normal.
Xbox games shoot up on PlayStation — Forza Horizon 5 and Indiana Jones top PS Store charts
It turned out that PS5 owners are interested in and actively buying Microsoft Xbox exclusives.
Microsoft won’t refund Skype without a paper letter from the subscriber
Microsoft plans to close Skype in Mayso anyone who hasn’t used their Skype subscriptions or credit yet should do so by the deadline.
Major update to Windows Photos ─ Copilot, search for recognized text, new formats and tools
Microsoft has released a major update to Windows Photos for Windows Insider program members. Users of Windows 10 and 11 test versions can now try out new features, including OCR web search, improved context menus, support for nested folders, a dedicated Copilot button, support for JXL format, and other improvements.
What to expect in Windows 11: «Start» and «Explorer» menu improvements in the latest insider builds
Windows 11 has several new features. For example, the context menu in the «Start» menu has been updated to make it easier to locate pinned programs. Microsoft is also moving some old mouse control options from «Control Panel» to «Settings» and adding a new image editing tool to «Share». These changes are currently available in test builds.
Microsoft releases mandatory Windows 10 update with installation failures and bugs
Windows 10 users have been experiencing issues since the March update KB5053606 for Windows 10.
Microsoft «has highlighted» the Steam tab in the new Xbox interface
Microsoft seems to be preparing a major update for the Xbox ecosystem — and it inadvertently «revealed» an interesting detail.
Microsoft has fixed a Windows 11 bug that many would like to keep
Recently Microsoft has removed Copilot by mistake with Windows 11, which many people were happy about. But the celebration was short-lived.
Microsoft forced to add Koreans to Age of Empires 2 — and it cost their employee his freedom
A former game designer at Ensemble Studios told how Microsoft forced Age of Empires 2 developers to add Koreans — and it ended in an arrest.
New Windows 11 feature explains why your PC — sucks
Microsoft is working on a new feature in Windows 11 that will help users understand how their system hardware affects performance.
Windows 11 update removes the Copilot AI assistant — but no one is complaining
If you notice that Copilot has disappeared from your computer, don’t rush to report it missing — it may have been removed by Microsoft itself with the latest Windows 11 update.
Microsoft Edge on Android gets support for extensions, Chrome «lags behind»
Microsoft has been upgrading its Edge browser and finally did what Google Chrome doesn’t dare to do — add support for Android extensions.
Microsoft is developing a portable Xbox console with Asus, — insiders
Microsoft and Asus are actively collaborating on a portable Xbox console that will be a direct competitor to Steam Deck.
Windows 11 «update made» printers speak other languages
If your printer starts spitting out gibberish in a language you don’t understand, don’t rush to throw it away (unless you’ve already done so within the last 10 years) — the error may be caused by Microsoft’s latest Windows 11 23H2 update.
Xbox in your pocket: Microsoft is working on a portable console codenamed Keenan
In 2024, Microsoft’s head of gaming, Phil Spencer, said that he wanted portable gaming PCs to look more like Xboxes. But as they say, if you want to do it well, do it yourself. So Microsoft is reportedly working on its own portable Xbox console.
Goodbye, Skype: How the legend of the 2000s came to an end
Today, WhatsApp, Telegram, and Facebook Messenger rule the world of convenient messengers. Signal is also gaining popularity. And we have gradually begun to forget how in the early 2000s, everyone who had a computer used «ICQ». Gradually, ICQ turned into something from the long-forgotten past, and in 2024, the messenger ceased to exist. Now Skype…
Radical changes in Xbox: insider talks about turning the console into a PC, former CEO — about its cancellation
Microsoft’s Xbox game console seems to be on the verge of transformation. Various sources speak of at least a change in the format of its existence.
Symmetrical answer: Forza Horizon 5 for PS5 will require a Microsoft account even for single player
Microsoft is bringing Forza Horizon 5 to the PlayStation 5, but in a way that will give its competitor a «coin for a» coin.
Microsoft unveils new «battery» Windows 11 — design improved from early builds
The new Windows 11 battery icon will be similar to Android and iOS, and this is absolutely no coincidence.
Microsoft is removing Publisher from Microsoft 365: how to continue working?
While Word and PowerPoint continue to expand their capabilities, they are gradually replacing one traditional Microsoft Office program — Microsoft Publisher.
Native Copilot for Windows released: new design, voice control, and more
Microsoft has finally released a full-fledged native version of Copilot for Windows. This happened almost a year after the company turned it into a regular web application. This week, members of the Windows Insider program got access to the updated Copilot, built using native XAML. It has a new sidebar and an improved interface.
Microsoft fixes «annoying» bug in Copilot that gave tips on how to activate pirated Windows 11
It turns out that to find tips on how to activate pirated Windows — you just need to ask Copilot, Microsoft’s main AI chatbot, about it.
Microsoft «finished off» Skype — the messenger will be closed in May, Teams will be offered instead
The inevitable is becoming a reality: Microsoft is preparing to end support for Skype. Although there hasn’t been an official announcement on the matter yet, a hidden message confirming the end date of the service has appeared in the latest Windows preview update.
Microsoft launched Copilot for macOS and updated versions on iPhone / iPad
That day has come — and Microsoft has finally launched a native program Copilot for macOS.
Microsoft, OpenAI, and Google make premium AI features free — programming, deep analysis, and voice communication
Microsoft, OpenAI, and Google have announced major updates to their AI tools — they are now more widely available.
Microsoft showed Fable gameplay and postponed the game to 2026
There will be no Fable relaunch this year, but Microsoft showed a short video with gameplay. A girl can kick a chicken, which is a great achievement compared to Skyrim.
Microsoft launches free Office – what’s wrong with it
Microsoft officially offers the desktop version of Microsoft Office for free on its website. And we are not talking about the web version of Office. The company has quietly introduced an ad-supported version of the Office desktop suite that allows users to access MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint without paying any subscription or one-time fee.
Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella says AI does not generate any value: «When it does, it will be a good industry»
Satya Nadella shared unexpectedly tough and practical thoughts on the development of artificial intelligence. The Microsoft CEO believes it is necessary to check with reality.
Microsoft allows you to connect external disks with a capacity of more than 16 TB to Xbox
Microsoft released an Xbox software update that will allow consoles to recognize external hard drives with huge capacity.
Microsoft is preparing a new Windows 11 tool for migrating data between PCs
Users have noticed that Microsoft is working on a program to easily transfer data in Windows 11 from an old PC to a new one.
Windows 11 requires authorization in Notepad — but not for all
Social media has noticed that Windows 11 requires you to sign in to your Microsoft account to use Notepad. Despite the outrage, users are forced to do so under one condition.
Apple founder Steve Jobs told Bill Gates to take LSD to create better designs — he replied that he just «got the wrong batch»
Rumors about Steve Jobs, the founder and former leader of Apple, being addicted to certain substances have been circulating for a long time. Therefore, the story about LSD told by Bill Gates seems likely.
Microsoft quietly removed the Edge uninstall guide, which was actually an advertisement for it
Microsoft has quietly removed a webpage that was supposed to contain a guide to uninstalling the built-in Microsoft Edge browser. Users were directed to a page praising Edge over its main competitor Chrome.
«Intel has lost its way», — Bill Gates
Bill Gates stepped away from the computer industry more than a decade ago, but the former Microsoft CEO still keeps an eye on things. He believes that Intel has lost its way.
Coming soon to Windows 11: functional battery icon, «Explorer» improvements, and more
Recently, several new features have appeared in Windows 11 builds on the developer channels noticeable changes and improvements, which will soon be available in Windows 11 24H2.
Microsoft to remove VPN feature from Microsoft 365 subscription – almost immediately after price increase
Microsoft is preparing to remove the VPN feature from its Microsoft 365 subscription service. Originally designed as a privacy feature, the VPN in Microsoft 365 used the Microsoft Defender app to encrypt internet traffic and hide IP addresses. Microsoft will remove this privacy feature from Microsoft 365 on February 28.
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