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Windows Vista's boot sound has returned to Windows 11 thanks to funny bug
By Zac Bowden published
Windows Windows Vista's iconic boot chime has made a surprise return in the latest Windows 11 preview builds.

It's the year of Linux... at least for Denmark — here's why the country's government is dumping Windows and Office 365
By Sean Endicott published
Windows Denmark is replacing Office 365 and Windows with Linux and LibreOffice in a move toward digital independence and data control.

6 ways you should tweak the Registry on Windows 11
By Mauro Huculak published
Windows 11 Discover six useful Registry tweaks every Windows 11 power user should know, from disabling Bing search and automatic updates to restoring classic menus and enabling automatic Registry backups.

From The Editor's Desk — Windows Central wants to hear from you!
By Jez Corden published
WinC From the editor's desk? In 2025? In this economy? We have some cool news to share about the future of Windows Central, and we want to hear from you.

Podcast: Xbox Ally is official, and Aero Glass is back?
By Zac Bowden published
Podcast Daniel and Zac discuss the new Xbox Ally and major changes to Windows for gaming handhelds.

Microsoft 365 Copilot impacted by first zero-click AI attack
By Kevin Okemwa published
AI Aim Labs recently shared findings about the first-ever zero-click AI attack impacting Microsoft 365 Copilot, though there's no evidence bad actors managed to access sensitive user data.

OpenAI unexpectedly partners with Google in a cloud deal
By Kevin Okemwa published
AI OpenAI is reportedly turning to Google for additional computing support as its partnership with Microsoft continues to fray.

Microsoft drops Seattle for Build 2026, allegedly citing crime, drugs, and homelessness in memo
By Sean Endicott published
Microsoft Microsoft Build won’t return to Seattle in 2026. An alleged internal email cites drugs, homelessness, and safety concerns as reasons for the change.
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