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How Microsoft's Azure organization makes the Windows sausage
Microsoft Azure Executive Vice President Jason Zander discusses how he's looking at his world now that it includes Windows engineering.
Windows 10 Your Phone app: Now all Android users can make calls from their PC
The Your Phone app is not just for Samsung Galaxy phones and Windows Insiders anymore.
Windows 10 2004: New 20H1 build shows off Quick Searches feature coming to all
Microsoft is enabling the new Quick Searches feature for Windows 10 users in 11 markets outside the US.
After Windows 10 upgrade, do these seven things immediately
You've just upgraded to the most recent version of Windows 10. Before you get back to work, use this checklist to ensure that your privacy and security settings are correct and that you've cut annoyances to a bare minimum.
Microsoft December 2019 Patch Tuesday plugs Windows zero-day
The December 2019 Patch Tuesday fixes 36 vulnerabilities, of which seven are rated "Critical."
Canonical co-sponsors Windows Subsystem for Linux conference
The year of the Linux desktop on Windows continues to gather steam.
Here's what will happen to your Windows 7 PC on January 15, 2020
Microsoft is ready to push a full-screen warning to Windows 7 users who are still running the OS after January 14. The nag-screen payload is part of the December 10 Patch Tuesday monthly rollup.
ServiceNow reveals VS Code alternative to its own web-based code editor
Developers who write apps for ServiceNow can now use VS Code instead of its own Studio web-based IDE.
Microsoft to end support of its touch-first Office Mobile apps in January 2021
As of January 2021, Microsoft will no longer support its UWP Office Mobile apps. In 2018: deprioritized; in 2021, they'll be dropped on Windows Mobile.
Windows 10 Mobile is over: Prepare for final security patches as support ends
No more Windows 10 Mobile security updates after December 2019's Patch Tuesday.
How much RAM does your Windows PC really need? (December 2019 edition)
The bottom line is that you probably need more RAM than you think you can get away with!
Canonical makes Ubuntu for Windows SubSystem for Linux a priority
Canonical is putting more resources into the Linux desktop and that includes making Ubuntu better on the Windows desktop.
Microsoft developer warning: Ditch .NET Core 2.2 and upgrade to long-term 3.1
Microsoft rolls out new tools and urges developers to move off legacy frameworks.
Windows 10 1809 user? Microsoft has started herding you to 1909 update
The process is "phased", says Microsoft, but it's starting five months before Windows 10 version 1809 support ends.
Microsoft kills Store version of Windows 10 Notepad app
Microsoft reverses its plan to separate Notepad out of the Windows 10 release cycle.
A brief 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 Microsoft lost its monopoly in web browsers
At the dawn of the Internet age, Microsoft used every trick it knew to dominate the World Wide Web. That strategy worked for a few years, but aggressive antitrust enforcement and equally aggressive competitors crushed the company's onetime dominance. Here's a quarter-century of history that explains just what happened.
How to perform a clean install of Windows 10: Here's a step-by-step checklist
A clean install is the perfect way to get a fresh start with a Windows PC. Use this checklist to make sure you take care of the small details that make a big difference in productivity
Windows 10 apps: Which are worth keeping? Which ones should you dump?
Every installation of Windows 10 includes a huge collection of built-in apps. Some are Universal apps that are updated from the Microsoft Store. Others are legacy apps that hang around because other programs expect them to be there. If you prefer a tidy system, many (but not all) of these apps can be uninstalled, especially if you prefer a third-party alternative. This gallery offers a comprehensive look at how to unclutter your copy of Windows 10.
Windows 10 May 2019 Update: The new features that matter most
Windows 10 version 1903, which will be officially dubbed the May 2019 Update, begins rolling out soon. Here are some of the new capabilities you can expect in yet another feature-packed semi-annual release. (This gallery is based on a near-final Insider Preview release.)
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.)
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.
Slack and Microsoft Teams take their rivalry one step further
Slack accuses Microsoft of blatantly copying its promotional videos.
Windows 10 version 1909: Why this feature update should be a pleasant surprise
Microsoft is getting the November 2019 Update ready for release to the general public. Ed Bott explains what makes this update different from the feature updates you’ve come to dread. Read more: https://zd.net/2P1kysX
New Surface line gets set of AI-powered features for the workplace
Microsoft reveals how it fine-tuned its new Surface lineup to improve automation and productivity in Office 365.
Folding phones, Android, and what it all means for Microsoft
Steve Ranger explains that Microsoft has shown off some big new ideas for new devices, and they say a lot about how the company has changed. Read more: https://zd.net/2oJqcFo
Microsoft's new Surface devices are loaded with 'impressive engineering'
The seven-year-old Surface line welcomes a slew of new and updated devices -- including a few surprises. Ed Bott walks us through the highlights. Read more: https://zd.net/2nK4rFf
Here's how to take control of Windows 10 feature updates
Don’t want to be surprised by unexpected upgrades? Ed Bott explains the three strategies you can use. Read more: https://zd.net/2mhWJ4l
Germany's federal government is too dependent on Microsoft software, report
Microsoft poses threat to Germany's digital sovereignty, warns the study.
Five features to consider if looking to buy a Windows laptop
When it's time to buy a new portable PC, there's more to consider than just the standard specs. These are five features that can't be benchmarked but have an undeniable impact on productivity.
Buying a new Windows PC? Find the features that matter most
There’s more to the right hardware choice than speeds and feeds. Ed Bott shares some features from the latest generation of PCs that will make you more productive and less frustrated. Read more: https://zd.net/2A3S6y1
Despite nagging from Microsoft, millions of users have yet to upgrade from Windows 7
Nearly half of all PCs used in small businesses are running Windows 7 despite Microsoft's January 2020 deadline.
Windows 7 end of support looms but you still aren't ready
ZDNet's Steve Ranger tells Karen Roby that time is running out for Windows 7 but millions of PCs are still to be upgraded. Read more: https://zd.net/2Zvbvav
Why is Windows Defender so successful?
Microsoft claims it rules the Windows antivirus world, with Defender on over half a billion PCs.
You've got a Windows PC? This is how much RAM you need
The bottom line is that you probably need more RAM than you think you can get away with! Read more: https://zd.net/33uWRhI
What to do when your Windows laptop's battery begins to fail
Are you finding that the battery in your Windows laptop isn't lasting as long as it used to? Here how to tell if it is getting worn. Read more: https://zd.net/2LJzPxh
Microsoft's plan to split Windows 10 from shell is happening
Windows 10 preview shows signs of Windows OS separating from the shell in line with Microsoft's modular plans.
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