Windows 11 is out for a while now and it has received mixed reviews, with the operating system getting a bad rap from a lot of people. So why people are upset? The primary reason is missing features and changes that many find unnecessary. Another problem with Windows 11 is the lively and interactive Start Menu is gone, and it’s been replaced by a Windows 10X and Android-like … [Read more...] about Microsoft says Windows 11 Start menu is built around feedback, users disagree
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How to try the free VPN service in Microsoft Edge browser
Microsoft has quietly revealed it is adding a free built-in virtual private network (VPN) service to its Edge browser. The announcement was spotted in a Microsoft support page. Called Edge Secure Network, Microsoft is now testing the Cloudflare-powered VPN service. Eventually, it will release over the air to the public as a part of a security update. Here is everything you … [Read more...] about How to try the free VPN service in Microsoft Edge browser
April updates to Microsoft 365 include easier account switching and new accessibility features
As we’re nearing the end of April, Microsoft is once again highlighting the updates made to Microsoft 365 products and services over the past month. This includes some previously-announced features, like tabs in the Windows 11 File Explorer (which aren’t actually available yet), as well as new AI-powered calling features that are also on the way, like automatic framing and … [Read more...] about April updates to Microsoft 365 include easier account switching and new accessibility features
Windows 11’s new Microsoft Store is now easily accessible via your web browser
Microsoft Store is something that has been available to Windows users for some time, but it has been lagging behind Apple and Google. With Windows 11, Microsoft is riving its app store efforts by bringing apps made in any framework to the Store and adopting a new interface that provides a quick and easy way to browse, install, and update apps. If you prefer the web interface … [Read more...] about Windows 11’s new Microsoft Store is now easily accessible via your web browser
Microsoft Edge is getting another visual facelift with Windows 11 look
Windows 11 is now widely available for supported hardware, but the operating system is far from complete. In addition to missing features, another problem with Windows 11 refresh is that not all apps have been updated with a new look. However, Microsoft has been trying to give some of its most-used apps more of a refresh. Chromium-based Microsoft Edge has already received a … [Read more...] about Microsoft Edge is getting another visual facelift with Windows 11 look
Microsoft Edge is getting a built-in VPN powered by Cloudflare
Microsoft is testing a VPN-like service for its Edge browser, adding a new layer of security and privacy to the browsing experience. A recently-discovered support page on Microsoft’s website details the “Microsoft Edge Secure Network” feature, which provides data encryption and prevents online tracking, courtesy of Cloudflare. While it isn’t available yet, even if you have … [Read more...] about Microsoft Edge is getting a built-in VPN powered by Cloudflare
New Microsoft Edge Dev update adds new features and improvements
Microsoft has released an important update for the Microsoft Edge browser, adding a couple of useful features and other noteworthy changes. The update is available to Edge Dev users. The latest version of the Edge Dev has a build number 102.0.1235.1. In the latest Microsoft Edge Dev Build, Microsoft has added a new “Tabs From Other Devices” option in the Tab Actions menu. As … [Read more...] about New Microsoft Edge Dev update adds new features and improvements
Eagle-eyed users spot Microsoft running Windows 11 on a unsupported PC
A PC needs a minimum of 4GB RAM memory and 64GB of storage, a graphics card compatible with DirectX 12 or later, an 8th generation or newer processor and a Trusted Platform Module (TPM) 2.0 to *officially* run Windows 11. While TPM is included in all modern PCs, the compatible processor list is indeed short and absurd. Only 8th generation or newer processors are officially … [Read more...] about Eagle-eyed users spot Microsoft running Windows 11 on a unsupported PC
Mastercard partners with Microsoft to help users shop online safely
American multinational financial services corporation Mastercard Inc. has announced the launch of an enhanced identity solution to tackle digital fraud, thereby improving the online shopping experience. Mastercard has developed the next-generation identity technology with the help of Microsoft. Mastercard has integrated Microsoft’s Dynamics 365 Fraud Protection’s proprietary … [Read more...] about Mastercard partners with Microsoft to help users shop online safely
Windows 11 updates failing with 0xc1900101? Microsoft is monitoring reports
Upgrading a Windows 11 PC to the newly-released cumulative updates or preview builds isn’t always as easy as you’d believe. The installation process is reportedly failing with error 0xc1900101 for some folks and the system automatically rolls back to the previous update/build without telling anything about the cause of the problem. The most common error message experienced … [Read more...] about Windows 11 updates failing with 0xc1900101? Microsoft is monitoring reports