The ingenious reason why Windows 95 setup chose mini Windows 3.1 over 32-bit options

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1 octobre 2025 à 09:41

Microsoft veteran engineer Raymond Chen recently explained why the tech giant Windows 95's setup didn't install a miniature Windows 95, allowing it to be written as a 32-bit program.

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Windows 7 usage seemingly skyrockets as users refuse to upgrade to Windows 11 in wake of Windows 10 end of support

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Par : [email protected] (Zac Bowden)

1 octobre 2025 à 08:30

StatCounter reports that Windows 7 has gained almost 10% market share in the last month, just as Windows 10 support is coming to an end. But it's probably just an anomaly.

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How AI-powered updates are transforming File Explorer in Windows 11

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Par : [email protected] (Mauro Huculak)

1 octobre 2025 à 07:30

File Explorer on Windows 11 gained several notable changes in 2025, including context menu improvements, AI Actions, redesigned Home page, and more.

File Explorer shown on Windows 11 25H2

Is your PC getting the Windows 11 2025 Update on September 30, 2025?

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Par : [email protected] (Mauro Huculak)

30 septembre 2025 à 18:17

Let's explain the Microsoft approach to rolling out Windows 11 version 25H2 to compatible hardware starting on September 30, 2025.

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Microsoft confirms Windows 11 version 25H2 issues and offers potential workarounds

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30 septembre 2025 à 15:38

With the next version of Windows 11 now generally available, Microsoft has confirmed that there are a couple of known issues to be aware of if you're upgrading right away.

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Microsoft drops 7 new Insider features for Windows 11 for September 2025 — here are the best ones (and why we like them)

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Par : [email protected] (Mauro Huculak)

30 septembre 2025 à 13:31

Windows 11 Insider builds in the Beta, Dev, and Canary Channels bring improvements for Click to Do, Taskbar, Spotlight, and more in September 2025.

Windows 11 Insider features for September

How to instantly force the new Windows 11 2025 Update (version 25H2) on your PC

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Par : [email protected] (Mauro Huculak)

30 septembre 2025 à 13:13

The Windows 11 2025 Update can be installed early through the Windows Update settings, using the Installation Media, an official ISO file, or the Media Creation Tool.

Windows 11 version 25H2 install

Windows 11 version 25H2 is now generally available — Microsoft confirms rollout has begun

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30 septembre 2025 à 13:00

The next version of Windows 11 is now generally available, and while it doesn't include any new features or changes, it does come with up to 36 months of additional support over version 24H2.

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Microsoft conducts major Windows reorg in effort to build an agentic OS — brings together core engineering and feature teams

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Par : [email protected] (Zac Bowden)

29 septembre 2025 à 18:29

Since 2018, the core of Windows and the client experiences have been handled by separate organizations at Microsoft. That's finally changing this week.

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PSA: You have less than one month to retire your Windows 10 PC — or take action NOW to keep it supported and secure

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Par : [email protected] (Zac Bowden)

15 septembre 2025 à 14:54

Microsoft will end mainstream support for Windows 10 on October 14, in just under a month's time. There are steps you must take to remain secure, or run the risk of being vulnerable to security exploits.

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Windows 11's new 'speed test' is a shortcut to Bing — it’s time Microsoft fixes this before it’s too late

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Par : [email protected] (Sean Endicott)

15 septembre 2025 à 08:08

Windows 11 is getting a new speed test, but it just opens Bing for now. Microsoft has time to change that before release.

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How to use Windows 10 ESU to keep getting updates after October 2025

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Par : [email protected] (Mauro Huculak)

15 septembre 2025 à 07:31

Windows 10 Extended Security Updates (ESU) lets PCs get security patches until October 13, 2026, since main support ends October 14, 2025, and here's how to enroll.

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Windows 11 will soon let you run a network speed test directly from the Taskbar — no third-party tools required

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Par : [email protected] (Zac Bowden)

14 septembre 2025 à 06:30

Microsoft is making it easier to check what your internet speed currently is with a built-in option to run a network speed test directly from the Taskbar on Windows 11.

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Microsoft rolls out Pull Print for Universal Print to boost security

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Par : Nishant Gola

26 août 2025 à 10:38

Pull Print for Universal Print Anywhere Microsoft announced the availability of the Pull Print feature in Universal Print Anywhere. This update will bring enhanced security and flexibility to enterprises. This Pull Print feature will allow users to send print jobs from any location and device and print them only when they are physically present at the selected printer. Microsoft rolls out […]

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What's next for Windows 11? — Microsoft readies big feature updates for next month and beyond

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Par : [email protected] (Zac Bowden)

20 août 2025 à 05:09

The company is preparing to drop its next big feature drop for Windows 11 users in the coming weeks, as detailed in the latest Release Preview drop. Plus, more to come as we head into fall.

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The latest Windows 11 security update could be nuking SSDs — what you can do to avoid disastrous data loss

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Par : [email protected] (Cale Hunt)

19 août 2025 à 10:33

A lengthy report from an X user suggests that after the latest Windows 11 update, KB5063878, some SSDs are flatlining when attempting to move large files. Here's what you need to know.

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4 reasons I’m sticking with Windows 10 — even after support ends

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Par : [email protected] (Mauro Huculak)

17 août 2025 à 11:32

Windows 10 is reaching the end of support, but it's one of the best OSes I've ever used, and I want to keep using it because of hardware compatibility, customization, stability, and less AI integration.

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Microsoft is finally fixing Windows 11’s dark mode — and it’s been a long time coming

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Par : [email protected] (Zac Bowden)

17 août 2025 à 09:54

The latest Windows 11 preview builds include an early glimpse at renewed work to add dark mode in more areas of the system, starting with File Explorer.

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Is Microsoft Edge Getting a Major Revamp for AI? First Look at New UI That Places Copilot at the Center

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Par : [email protected] (Zac Bowden)

13 août 2025 à 08:59

Microsoft looks to be working on a new UI for its Edge web browser codenamed Olympia that appears to be built around Copilot. Here's a first look at an early iteration of it.

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8 Registry Tweaks that will Make File Explorer Faster and Easier to Use on Windows 11

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Par : [email protected] (Mauro Huculak)

13 août 2025 à 07:22

On Windows 11, you can customize File Explorer with many different Registry tweaks to declutter menus, speed up browsing, and restore classic features.

File Explorer modded with Registry

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