Category: Windows
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Microsoft allowed the removal of standard applications in Windows 11
Previously, it became possible to get rid of the “Camera” and Cortana Windows 11 build 25931, currently available for public testing on the Canary Channel, brings a small but welcome change: the operating system allows you to uninstall more pre-installed stock apps. Users can simply right-click the app’s icon and select “Uninstall” to free up…
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Microsoft’s built-in antivirus began to detect and block pirated activations of Windows 10 and Windows 11
Also enhanced malware protection and performance fixes Microsoft has released an update to Microsoft Defender, the built-in antivirus solution for Windows operating systems. Microsoft’s built-in antivirus began to detect and block pirated activations of Windows 10 and Windows 11 Update number 1.395.318.0 for Windows 10 and Windows 11 adds detection of various Trojans, ransomware and…
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An era is gone: Microsoft has disabled Cortana in Windows 10
Following Windows 11 Microsoft has released a fresh update that disables the Cortana voice assistant in Windows 10. It is already available in the Release Preview channel, which precedes the release for all users. The move comes shortly after Microsoft turned off the digital assistant in Windows 11. Instead, the company is banking on its new AI-powered…
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a “clean” and quick installation of Windows 11 without unnecessary games and software
Installation is faster and more space on your PC One of the most annoying Windows 11 habits is filling up your computer’s memory with unnecessary apps and games. Recently, a loophole was discovered to avoid this and install Windows 11 without all the extra stuff. The trick does not require special skills and is performed in just…
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“Killer” update: Microsoft disabled Cortana in Windows 11
Next up is Windows 10 Microsoft has embarked on its plan to end support for the standalone Cortana voice assistant app in Windows 11. A fresh update to the app in the Microsoft Store instead of adding new features causes Cortana to stop working in Windows 11. After installation, a fresh update simply closes the…
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Fill Windows 11 with artificial intelligence.
Probably soon Microsoft is hinting that its Copilot for Windows 11 system will soon receive support for third-party plugins. The company confirmed this in a recent developer survey. To be more precise, there Microsoft directly asks the developers for their opinion on those very third-party modules for Copilot. Microsoft plans to interview some developers through Microsoft Teams.…
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Windows 11 update “broke” the Start menu: Microsoft blames third-party apps and is not going to fix
This isn’t the first time this has happened. Microsoft recently released an optional update for Windows 11 that will become public and mandatory with the release of the traditional monthly Patch Tuesday in August. Users who installed the update under the number KB5028254 began to complain about several problems at once, which Microsoft has to solve…
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Microsoft unlocks Windows 8.1 PC upgrades to latest Windows 11
In general, Microsoft recommends switching to a modern computer that can install Windows 11. Back in November 2022, Microsoft began reminding users of the end of support for Windows 8.1. And in January 2023, even extended support for this OS was finally canceled. According to Microsoft itself, for users who are still running Windows 8.1, the…