Microsoft plans major Start menu upgrades for Windows 11 with better customization and performance: Users will soon be able to resize it and toggle off entire areas of Start

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17 avril 2026 à 08:55

Microsoft is rebuilding the Start menu from the ground up, and is adding some much needed customization and performance improvements along the way.

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"Over 3.3 million downloads": This Linux alternative to Windows 11 is winning over Microsoft's customers with a huge update

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Par : [email protected] (Kevin Okemwa)

17 avril 2026 à 05:46

Zorin OS 18.1 surpasses 3.3M downloads, offering smart native alternatives to Windows apps and posing a real threat to Microsoft’s market share.

Zorin OS logo on top of the Windows 11 logo

Microsoft's VP just reworked a Windows 11 feature to make it "comfortable" for macOS users — if they ever decide to switch

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Par : [email protected] (Kevin Okemwa)

16 avril 2026 à 06:52

Microsoft veteran Scott Hanselman, VP of Developer Community, built Peek Desktop (inspired by macOS Sonoma's Click Wallpaper to Reveal Desktop feature) to help Windows 11 users easily hide all open windows with a single click on the desktop.

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Microsoft thinks you'll want an Xbox Controller and 1 year of Microsoft 365 and Xbox Game Pass over a MacBook Neo

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Par : [email protected] (Zac Bowden)

16 avril 2026 à 06:51

In a desperate bid to win over students, Microsoft has launched a new promo that bundles a year of Microsoft's subscriptions with the purchase of select new Windows 11 PCs.

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Windows Update to get new Pause Updates calendar picker

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Par : AnandKhanse@TWC

16 avril 2026 à 04:33

Microsoft will introduce a new calendar picker in Windows 11 to pause updates, allowing users to select a specific date to delay automatic updates (including both quality and feature updates). Over the years, the company has introduced several changes to reduce unexpected restarts and improve update management. This move also reflects its ongoing efforts to […]

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Windows 11 April 2026 Update (KB5082052) Fixes Sign-In Bugs & Boosts Security — Download Link.

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Par : Nayan

15 avril 2026 à 02:40

Windows 11 KB5082052 Is Rolling Out — Here’s Why It Matters Microsoft has released the April 14, 2026 cumulative update KB5082052 (OS Build 22631.6936) for Windows 11 version 23H2 as part of Patch Tuesday. This update is mandatory and focuses heavily on: Security improvements Critical bug fixes System reliability It also fixes a frustrating issue […]

Windows 11 April 2026 Update (KB5083768) Brings Performance Boosts & Critical Fixes. Download Link.

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Par : Nayan

15 avril 2026 à 02:26

Windows 11 KB5083768 Update Is Rolling Out Now Microsoft has officially released the April 14, 2026 cumulative update KB5083768 (OS Build 28000.1836), bringing a mix of critical bug fixes, system stability improvements, and performance enhancements. This update is part of Microsoft’s ongoing effort to refine Windows 11, especially following recent patches that addressed connectivity, sign-in, […]

Microsoft May Finally End Forced Windows 11 Updates — New Pause Feature Gives You Full Control

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Par : Nayan

14 avril 2026 à 02:40

Microsoft Could Finally Fix the Most Annoying Windows 11 Problem For years, users of Windows 11 have complained about one thing: forced updates. Now, Microsoft may finally be listening. A new feature currently being tested could give users full control over when updates happen, potentially ending one of the most frustrating parts of the Windows […]

“Wait, Windows uses less?”: I break down the surprising requirement that flips the Linux vs. Windows script

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Par : [email protected] (Mauro Huculak)

8 avril 2026 à 15:09

Ubuntu 26.04 LTS raises hardware requirements beyond those of Windows 11, and here's why this is happening.

Screenshot and mockup of Ubuntu's new RAM requirements comparing it to Windows 11

Control Panel Is Slowly Being Removed — Here’s What It Means for Windows Users

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Par : Nayan

8 avril 2026 à 08:05

The End of an Era: Control Panel Is Fading Away For decades, the Control Panel has been a core part of Windows. But now, Microsoft is slowly phasing it out in Windows 11. Instead, everything is being moved to the modern Settings app. Why Is Microsoft Removing Control Panel? 1. It’s Outdated Control Panel was […]

Microsoft Is Finally Fixing Windows 11’s Design — Starting with Settings

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Par : Nayan

7 avril 2026 à 03:01

Big Shift: Windows 11 Design Is Getting Serious After years of mixed design choices, Microsoft is finally doubling down on clean, modern design in Windows 11. And the biggest change starts with one of the most important parts of your PC: The Settings app — the long-term replacement for the old Control Panel. Why the […]

“I finally found something that just works”: I explain the open‑source screenshot tool that beat Snipping Tool and ShareX for me — and why it might become your new default

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Par : [email protected] (Mauro Huculak)

7 avril 2026 à 15:49

Replace Snipping Tool with Yoink. Using this tool, you can capture, edit, record, translate, and share your content seamlessly on Windows 11.

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Microsoft Is Finally Making Hidden Windows 11 Features Easy to Enable

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Par : Nayan

4 avril 2026 à 03:20

If you’ve ever wanted to try secret features in Windows 11, there’s big news: Microsoft is working on a much simpler way to unlock experimental tools—no hacks, no complicated commands. This could completely change how users experience new Windows features. 🔥 What’s Changing (Quick Overview) Windows 11 is testing built-in controls for hidden features No […]

Windows 11 Just Added a New Security Warning — Most Users Will See This Soon

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Par : Nayan

4 avril 2026 à 03:09

If you’re using Windows 11, a new update could soon show a security warning you’ve probably never seen before. Microsoft is rolling out a feature that alerts you if your Secure Boot certificates need attention — and it’s more important than it sounds. 🔥 What’s Happening (Quick Summary) Windows 11 will now check your Secure […]

Windows 11 Beta Build 26220.8138 Just Dropped — New Features, Fixes & What’s Changing

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Par : Nayan

31 mars 2026 à 04:44

Microsoft Releases Windows 11 Build 26220.8138 (Beta Channel) Microsoft has officially announced Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26220.8138 for Beta Channel users — and this update focuses on refinement, stability, and subtle feature upgrades rather than big flashy changes. This build is part of the 23H2/24H2 development cycle, meaning it’s much closer to what regular […]

Windows 11 Canary Build 29558.1000 Is Here — Massive Console Upgrade & Hidden Features Revealed

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Par : Nayan

31 mars 2026 à 04:34

Windows 11 Canary Build 29558.1000 Officially Announced Microsoft has just dropped Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 29558.1000 for the Canary Channel — and this one quietly introduces some power-user level upgrades, especially for developers and advanced users. This build is part of the new experimental 29500 platform series, designed to test the future of Windows […]

Windows Wrap: One team is fixing Windows 11 while others break it

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Par : [email protected] (Sean Endicott)

6 avril 2026 à 12:32

Windows 11 is moving in the right direction, but its progress will continue to be hindered unless the rest of Microsoft gets on board.

Meme: Astronauts in space with the Artemis II Earth. Text: "Wait... Microsoft is its own worst enemy?" "Always has been."

Microsoft's biggest obstacle to a better Windows 11 might just be its own internal teams.

“These mods completely changed how I use Windows 11”: As I walk through the 7 Windhawk tweaks that transformed my desktop, I’m surprised by which ones made the biggest difference

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Par : [email protected] (Mauro Huculak)

5 avril 2026 à 10:30

Discover the 7 best Windhawk mods to customize Windows 11, from Taskbar tweaks to Start menu styling and classic features restoration.

7 best Windhawk mods for Windows 11 collage

Windows 11’s April update packs 8 (mostly) meaningful improvements you won’t want to skip. Here's what you'll be getting.

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Par : [email protected] (Mauro Huculak)

4 avril 2026 à 10:51

Microsoft is expected to roll out the Windows 11 April 2026 update with new features, better performance, and usability improvements across the system.

Collage of new Windows 11 April 2026 Patch Tuesday features coming April 14.

Microsoft wants Edge to automatically open by default every time you turn on your Windows 11 PC

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Par : [email protected] (Zac Bowden)

2 avril 2026 à 08:31

A new update now in testing sets Edge to automatically appear at startup, and you are forced to opt-out if you don't want it.

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