Microsoft has released a new optional, non-security preview update for Windows 11 versions 24H2 and 25H2, bringing a bunch of useful improvements and quality-of-life features to PCs. 🆕 What’s Included in this Update This update (KB5077241) moves eligible Windows 11 installations to OS Build 26200.7922 (25H2) or 26100.7922 (24H2) and focuses on functionality, performance, and […]

Hackers exploited a critical Cisco SD-WAN flaw, prompting a rare joint warning from the US, UK, Australia, Canada, and New Zealand.

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PowerShell can do far more than most users realize. Explore 10 hidden capabilities that save time, improve reporting, and supercharge your workflow.

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The newest Office version is here and includes a variety of updates to help you work more efficiently.

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A new paper posits that major password managers are vulnerable to several different types of attack, with results as severe as complete vault takeovers. Here's what you need to know.

Microsoft is under fire for using AI to plagiarize a well-known technical diagram, resulting in a typo-ridden version labeled as AI slop.

A high-severity Windows Admin Center vulnerability (CVE-2026-26119) could allow privilege escalation in enterprise environments. Here’s what to know and how to mitigate risk.

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Windows 11 Insider Beta Build 26220.7859 (KB5077223) for 25H2 adds a Microsoft 365 upgrade option in Settings, plus taskbar and File Explorer fixes.

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Chorde embeds playable voice notes directly into emails, no downloads needed, now $39.99 for a lifetime sub.

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Microsoft Edge finally adds AI PDF tools that save time, including instant summaries and a faster, more reliable Read Aloud experience.

Mozilla is ending support for Firefox on Windows 7, 8, and 8.1 in February 2026. Users must upgrade to a supported version of Windows to stay secure and continue receiving browser updates.

The "AI Tax" is hitting consumers through electricity price hikes and hardware delays. Even if you don't use AI, you're still paying the bill.

I decided to test out a new monitoring app for Windows called AppControl, and after only a few days of use, I've sworn off Task Manager. Best part? AppControl is completely free.

Notepad++ has adopted a "double-lock" design for its update mechanism to address recently exploited security gaps that resulted in a supply-chain compromise. [...]

Microsoft is rolling out native Sysmon support in Windows 11 Insider builds, giving security teams built-in system monitoring with optional activation.

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Payroll works best when it’s consistent. These essential steps help you reduce errors, stay compliant, and spend less time fixing problems after payday.

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Cybersecurity budgets are rising across APAC, but CIOs and CISOs still face board scrutiny. Here’s why cybersecurity ROI remains hard to prove.

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SaaS provider says layoffs target non-revenue roles as it retools priorities, with costs weighing heavily on near-term financial results.

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LanguageTool, a popular grammar checker, is killing its free browser extension and opening it only to paid, premium users.