Microsoft has created a lightweight Windows 11 for Asus ROG Xbox Ally — it will appear on other devices
Microsoft has developed a special version of Windows 11 optimized for portable consoles like the Asus ROG Xbox Ally. It’s not only a new interface, but also faster.
Linux share on Steam grows rapidly, Windows 11 reaches 60%, NVIDIA RTX 3060 and both 4060s top the list
May Steam survey adds the NVIDIA RTX 5060 Ti to the list of the most popular graphics cards, Linux grew by a huge half a percent, and Windows 11 is used by almost two-thirds of gamers.
Make USB-C great again: Microsoft requires full functionality of all PC ports for Windows 11 certificate
Many users are probably familiar with the situation when USB-C ports work differently: one only charges a laptop, another connects a monitor, and the third does nothing at all. The connectors seem to be the same, but their behavior is unpredictable. In 2025, Microsoft decided to say «stop» to this chaos and updated its certification program for…
Windows 11 update improves gaming performance — Fixes memory leaks and lag
Cumulative update KB5058499 fixes performance issues that some gamers have experienced on Windows 11 24H2.
SteamOS on Lenovo Legion Go S shatters Windows 11: +20% performance and 3x battery life in some games
This was predictable: the first SteamOS tests on Lenovo Legion Go S show a total advantage over Windows 11. However, almost 2 hours of battery life is not a record either.
What’s new in Windows 11: «Notepad» writes text for you, GIF creation, and restart-free updates
The new features of Windows 11 seem really useful. However, not all of them are included in the price of the operating system.
Windows 11 will get the Apple macOS feature — continuation of programs from smartphone to PC with one click
In a fragment from a Microsoft presentation, the user instantly transfers Spotify session on a Windows 11 PC Similar function of macOS is called Handoff.
Windows 11 taskbar will get a new icon — what does it do?
Microsoft has released Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 27858 on the Canary channel. The build includes a new taskbar feature and improvements to the desktop.
Microsoft stops supporting Surface — list of nine models
One of the disadvantages of portable laptops and other portable devices is that it is difficult to update the operating system version without official support. Owners of these Microsoft Surface models will be able to rely only on themselves.
A new Windows 11 feature will notify you when your laptop is «being peeked at by» unauthorized persons
Microsoft is developing a new surveillance feature for Windows 11 that will notify users when strangers are secretly looking at your screen — for example, when you are in public places (working from a cafe or coworking space, etc.).
Leading Microsoft executive considers Apple macOS better than Windows 11
«If Ballmer was CEO, I would have been fired for this tweet», — jokes Merrill Fernando, senior product manager at Microsoft. His April post went viral.
NVIDIA RTX 4060 laptop tops Steam, AMD processors break a historical record
For the first time in three years, laptops with NVIDIA graphics cards have become the most popular gaming devices on Steam. At the same time, AMD chips have the largest share of users ever.
In Windows 11 settings, you’ll find an Advanced — section with features for developers and more
Microsoft continues to gradually abandon the familiar Control Panel in Windows 11 and add new features to the OS. The next such update in the near future will be a new settings page called Advanced. It will offer advanced features that will be especially useful for developers, but ordinary users can also find something interesting there.
Windows 11 without censorship: Microsoft has taught the OS to understand user swearing
It looks like Microsoft has finally found a feature that can harness the power of modern chips and their built-in neural units. The company has added a new option to voice text input: the ability to disable the obscenity filter. This feature appeared in Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26200.550 on the Dev Channel.
Windows 11 24H2 update brings back GTA: San Andreas bug from 20 years ago — but Microsoft is not to blame
The Windows 11 24H2 update has revealed a bug in Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas, and Microsoft is not to blame for this.
An empty folder in Windows that «cannot be deleted» can permanently block OS updates
Remember the empty folder in Windows 11 (version 24H2) that Microsoft advised against deleting under any circumstances? Well, third-party security researchers have a slightly different opinion on this matter.
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…
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.
Copilot in Windows 11 can now see your screen — it might be time to hide some tabs
Program Copilot for Windows 11 received a new feature — Copilot Vision, which allows the chatbot to see and interact with what is on your screen and in the OSThe feature was already available in Microsoft Edge, and now it can be tested on laptops and PCs running Windows 11 All permissions for the chatbot are controlled by the user — that is,…
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…
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.
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 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.
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 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.
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.
China «takes over» Steam: the number of users has grown to 40 million thanks to the eastern «invasion» (+20.88%)
The latest Steam survey Hardware Survey for February 2025 shows a huge increase in the number of Chinese-speaking users. Other global changes are related to this.
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 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.
Windows 11 24H2 will still support Intel Core 8-10
Support for Intel Core processors of 8-10 generations in Windows 11 24H2 has not disappeared.
Windows 11 24H2 «drops» old processors — Microsoft removed official support for Intel Core 8-10 generations
Microsoft published updated list of supported processors for new OEM systems running on Windows 11 24H2. It includes support for the latest Intel chips, such as Lunar Lake and Arrow Lake Core Ultra 200. However, the older 8th, 9th, and 10th generation Core processors suddenly disappeared from the list. This is probably due to the fact that Intel…
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.
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.
Windows 11 update breaks Bluetooth, headphones, webcams, and more
For some, Windows 11 updates KB5050009 and KB5050021 have been a disaster. This year’s first Windows 11 patch has broken many devices.
Windows 11 has a new way to share files
The recent beta release of Windows 11 22635.4805, besides officially announced features, contains an interesting and possibly convenient interface option that expands file maneuvering capabilities.
Windows 11 x86_64 support for Apple Macs with M chips is now available in Parallels Desktop
The Parallels Desktop 20.2.0 update makes it possible to run full-fledged Windows on Apple Mac computers with their own processors. Previously, only Windows for ARM was available.
Microsoft has created «native» Copilot for Windows 11 — it is again a web application
Right now, Microsoft is testing a new Copilot for Windows 11, which is supposedly going to replace the current web version. However, it’s… again just an app that opens a website.
Sending Windows 10 to the trash, or a new life for an old laptop with Chrome OS Flex
Old laptops are often a pain in the ass: they boot slowly, get hot, and Windows 10 runs like a snail. But that’s no reason to give up. Instead of filling up landfills with electronic waste, you can give your device a second life. With Chrome OS Flex, a lightweight, fast, and modern operating system […]
Evolution of Microsoft operating systems: from MS-DOS to Windows 11
Without Microsoft, the world of modern computer technology would not be the same as we know it. Next year, Microsoft turns 50 years old, so it’s worth looking back at the megacorporation’s significant achievements ahead of the milestone. Starting with simple text-based MS-DOS interfaces in the early 1980s and reaching modern, intuitive,…
Windows 11 vs. Chrome OS Flex: which is better for a budget laptop?
Does your old laptop run slowly, hold a charge poorly, and annoy you with its terrible Windows OS? There is a solution — Chrome OS Flex. However, not everything is as simple and obvious as it may seem. In fact, there are many nuances in the Google system, although there are many serious advantages. Let’s […]
Microsoft will charge $30 to extend Windows 10 support for another year
Support for Windows 10 will end in October 2025, but after that, Microsoft will offer users an additional year of security updates for a modest $30 fee.
Microsoft blocks Windows 11 24H2 update on WD and Sandisk SSDs, manufacturer releases microcode fix
Previously cases of BSOD were reported in Windows 11 24H2 with some SSDs. Now WD has added Sandisk models, Microsoft has rolled back the update for them, and WD has released a fix.
Windows 11 24H2 causes a blue screen with some SSDs — how to fix it in the registry
Windows update 11 24H2 contains some undocumented errors. Users have reported conflicts with certain Western Digital NVMe SSDs.
Windows 11 24H2 speeds up file copying by up to 94% — but there are nuances
The Windows 11 24H2 update makes the ReFS file system available on regular computers. Previously, it was used in Windows Server.
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