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Microsoft just made Windows 10 updates a little easier to understand
Microsoft once again changes definitions of Windows 10 updates, but it should make life simpler.
Microsoft removes eight cryptojacking apps from official store
Eight Windows 10 apps removed from the Microsoft Store after getting caught mining Monero behind users' backs.
Microsoft releases Windows 10 code from the 20H1 branch to Insider testers
Microsoft is releasing to 'Skip Ahead' testers a new Windows 10 build from a development branch that won't turn into a shipping feature update until Spring 2020.
New Windows 10 updates: These are the bugs Microsoft just fixed
Microsoft releases new Windows 10 builds, says to contact your ISP if Windows Update is still broken.
I like Windows 7: Why should I pay to move to Windows 10?
With Windows 7 security upgrades about to go poof in less than a year, there are still some Windows 7 diehards who refuse to upgrade. Here we explain that free Windows 10 upgrades are still available, counter some upgrade objections, and provide a great list of resources for upgrading your machines to Windows 10.
Should you be scared of your laptop’s webcam?
Pretty much every laptop – and for that matter, tablet and smartphone – has at least one camera fitted that's pointing at us all the time. But how worried should we be about eyes on us? Can the nefariously-minded switch them on to spy on us?
Windows 95 reborn: Windows 10, Linux, Mac get major nostalgia upgrade
Relive Windows 95 on a Mac, Linux or Windows 10 machine.
Microsoft security chief: IE is not a browser, so stop using it as your default
Internet Explorer is a 'compatibility solution' and should only be used selectively, warns Microsoft exec.
Python programming language's top uses, tools: Developers reveal their choices
Data analysis overtook web development among Python developers last year.
Microsoft Build 2019: It's back in Seattle from May 6 to 8
Registration for this year's Microsoft Build developers conference opens February 27. And Build, again, is going head-to-head with Google's I/O developer confab.
How much will staying patched on Windows 7 cost you? Here's the price list
Large businesses not ready to migrate off Windows 7 as of January 2020 and which opt for paid security updates should expect Microsoft's update pricing to double each year.
Windows Update problems: Fixed now but here's what went wrong, says Microsoft
Microsoft says Windows Update DNS outage is fixed and things should return to normal for all customers soon.
Windows 10: Now you can get 1990s Windows File Manager from Microsoft Store
Microsoft publishes the Windows File Manager from the 1990s in its app store.
Windows Firefox 65 rollout halted by Mozilla: AV clash stopped users browsing
Avast disables feature for inspecting HTTPS traffic for malware after a conflict with Firefox 65.
New Windows 10 19H1 test build adds more search, mixed reality tweaks
Microsoft is continuing to roll out more incremental test builds for its coming April 2019 Windows 10 feature update, known for now as '19H1.'
The ultimate MacBook accessory: The Anker 7-in-1 USB-C hub
If you're an owner of a newer MacBook, then you'll know that your choice of ports has dwindled down to, well, USB-C ports. But fear not! This doesn't mean that you need to buy new accessories. What you need is the Anker 7-in-1 USB-C hub. Not that this will also work with Windows PCs that have a USB-C port, as well as Chromebooks and smartphones and tablets kitted out with USB-C.
Windows 10 October 2018 Update: The new features that matter most
Windows 10 version 1809, officially the October 2018 Update,started rolling out October 2. Here are some of the new capabilities you can expect in this surprisingly feature-packed release. (This gallery is based on a near-final Insider Preview release.)
A short history of Microsoft's Surface: Missteps and successes
Microsoft started working on the hybrid devices that now make up the Surface family back in 2009. The group has made some missteps along the way, but today its lineup of Windows 10 devices is genuinely impressive and widely imitated. Here's how the brand has evolved.
How to run Windows 10 and Windows applications on your Mac
macOS is a great platform, but there are times when some Mac users still need access to Windows and Windows apps.
Here's what's new in Windows 10 April 2018 Update
The latest Windows 10 feature update includes the first public release of the Timeline feature as well as dozens of smaller enhancements to the Windows 10 user experience. Here's what you can expect.
16 Cortana shortcuts, secrets, and power tips
The Cortana web service is tightly tied to Windows 10, which means you can get instant answers to some common questions and calculations without having to open a web browser. Here are 16 tricks that work directly in the Windows 10 search box.
Windows 10 setup and configuration secrets for experts
Make the operating system work for you and your device.
Build yourself a Windows-powered iMac Pro clone
Like the look of Apple's new iMac Pro workstation, but you're a Windows user so macOS is a no-go zone for you? No worries! You can get all the power and performance of the iMac Pro while still being able to run Windows.
The best ways to run Windows 10 on your Mac
While many are switching to Mac to break free of Windows, some of us still need to have access to the operating system to run specific applications or to carry out testing and development. Whatever your reason for wanting to run Windows 10 on your Mac, you have a number of options available to you.
10 great Microsoft Edge extensions
As Microsoft Edge adoption increases, critical extensions are starting to show up for the promising new browser. We spotlight ten of them.
Supercharge Windows 10: Replacement apps that blow away standard Windows programs
Windows 10 comes with a whole bunch of helpful apps. Unfortunately, some of them aren't as powerful as you might like. Fear not, for we have 15 power tools that will help you supercharge your Windows install.
Windows 10 problem solvers: My must-have utilities (and many are free)
Sometimes, Windows can be very frustrating. These are my 15 go-to tools for eliminating annoyances.
Best laptops for $350 or less (February 2017)
Not every wants to throw down thousands of dollars for a new laptop. Here are a handful of systems, all priced under $350.
Best laptops for $350 or less (January 2017)
Not every wants to throw down thousands of dollars for a new laptop. Here are a handful of systems, all priced under $350.
Top Windows 10-powered alternatives to the MacBook Pro (2017 edition)
Those who want a Windows powered laptop don't have to feel jealous of those who choose the macOS path, because there are some truly awesome Windows 10 laptops available.
Windows Update problems: What went wrong?
Microsoft says Windows Update DNS outage is fixed and things should return to normal for all customers soon.
Struggling with new privacy laws? Microsoft 365 rolls out tools to help
Microsoft wants to make it easier for organizations to deal with new privacy regulations like EU's GDPR.
Future updates to Windows 10 will reserve 7 GB of storage
The 'reserved storage' coming with the next Windows 10 version is another reason to avoid PCs with little storage.
Finnish man to get compensation from Microsoft for unauthorized Windows 10 update
Microsoft could face more complaints after a ruling says it's liable for damages caused by an unauthorized Windows 10 upgrade.
Is a Microsoft 365 consumer subscription bundle ready to hit the market?
It could include Windows 10, Office 365, Skype, Cortana, Outlook Mobile and/or other services.
Windows 10 still harvests your data after you've opted out
Microsoft baffles Windows 10 users by apparently collecting data about recently opened websites and apps when users have opted against sharing that information.
With Teams, Microsoft plots to rule workplace chat
Microsoft Teams is on course to become the top business chat app by 2020.
Apple fixes iCloud for Windows, Microsoft lifts update block
Microsoft unblocks the Windows 10 October 2018 Update for one group, but several other blocks remain in place.
Windows 10 Pro users confused after mystery bug messed with their licenses
Microsoft's back-end activation issues which caused a number of Windows users to get false product-activation-error messages seems to be nearly fixed.
Why was the Windows 10 October update that problematic?
Microsoft released the Windows 10 October 2018 Update on October 2, then pulled it days later. The update has still not been re-released. Where's the problem? And will it happen again? Read more: https://zd.net/2RhmsDH
Is it the right moment to bring Windows 10 Mobile back from the dead?
Recent antitrust developments in the EU could present an opportunity for a third mobile platform that never really had a chance to mature and develop an ecosystem when it first released. Read more: https://zd.net/2OJKCtR
Windows 10 October update hasn't been a smooth ride for everybody
Back up files before upgrading to Windows 10 1809, and if you get a warning about Intel drivers, do not proceed.
Here's how Microsoft can fix its Windows 10 update issues
ZDNet's Ed Bott and Mary Jo Foley make some proposals that could help Microsoft solve for its Windows 10 version 1809 issues in the future. We should have charged Microsoft a consulting day rate.
Microsoft halts Windows 10 October 2018 Update to investigate data loss reports
Microsoft cites problems with the latest update package deleting user files.
Quietly, Windows 10 is dropping these features
Microsoft sets out its list of features that are being removed or deprecated in the next Windows 10 release.
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