Cybertronian science
Megatron gets a tune-up courtesy of Microsoft and NVIDIA
Language models take work to develop. In this case, the work of Microsoft and NVIDIA.
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Tech, as of this week
TWiT discusses Windows 11 and the Surface Laptop Studio with Daniel Rubino
This Week in Tech recently discussed Windows 11 and Microsoft's new Surface devices. Windows Central Executive Editor Daniel Rubino was there to chime in.
Here's what's new
October 2021 Patch Tuesday brings Windows 11 and 10 updates to all
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Patch Tuesday has arrived. Here's what October's lineup of updates and fixes is packing for Windows.
No pretending otherwise
Epic Games now credits Among Us dev for Fortnite mode inspiration
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Epic Games is now confirming what many at Innersloth already suspected: Among Us was the main inspiration behind Fortnite's recent Impostors mode.
Time to transform
This X-Ring controller prototype shows Microsoft is still interested in VR
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Microsoft X-Rings is a brand new VR controller concept from the company, showing that it's still pursuing VR in innovative ways.
resisting spills
The SteelSeries Apex 3 TenKeyLess keyboard can withstand a splash
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The SteelSeries Apex 3 TenKeyLess keyboard is water-resistant, so it should withstand a few spills at your desk. It also supports eight RGB lighting zones.
Bring the darkness
'Auto Dark Mode' is a must-have app for Windows 11 users (and it's free)
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If you like both dark and light themes in Windows 11, but wish it could auto-switch between them based on the time of day, then you’ll want this free app from the Microsoft Store.
Under attack
Microsoft says transportation companies targeted by Iran-linked hackers
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A recent advisory from Microsoft breaks down an attack that targeted transportation and defense companies. Microsoft states that the attack “likely supports the national interests of the Islamic Republic of Iran.”
oh brother
Windows 11 running into USB connection issues with some printers
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Brother confirmed that some of its printers won’t connect to Windows 11 PCs through a USB cable. There are also other issues related to Brother devices and Windows 11, including not being able to change printer settings from affected Brother PCs.
More stock incoming
Halo Infinite Xbox Series X restocks at GameStop today
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The Halo Infinite Xbox Series X console returns at GameStop today, with further Halo bundles also slated for later this week.
struggling to meet demand
PC market growth dips in Q3 2021 as supply chain issues persist
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The ongoing global chip shortage hurt the ability of PC manufacturers to meet the demand for computers. Q3 2021 saw only a 5% growth in the PC market, which is lower than the previous five quarters.
Defense!
Microsoft mitigated a 2.4 Tbps DDoS attack earlier this year
Earlier this year, Microsoft mitigated a 2.4 Tbps DDoS attack. It’s the largest DDoS attack on record, but the targeted customer didn't experience any downtime.
No cross-play for Rise
Monster Hunter Rise PC will not cross-play with the Switch version
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Capcom has confirmed that the PC version of Monster Hunter Rise will not include cross-play or cross-save support with the Nintendo Switch version. Come get all the details on this development right here.
Microsoft <3 Linux
WSL Preview now available in the Microsoft Store for Windows 11
Installing WSL on your Windows 11 PC just got even more convenient with the arrival of a preview in the Microsoft Store. And it could be a really good move going forward.
Translate this
Microsoft adds support for 12 new languages and dialects to Translator
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Microsoft Translator gained support for 12 new languages and dialects. The service now supports over 100 dialects and languages.
more clocks
Add a clock to the secondary Taskbar on Windows 11 with this app
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Windows 11 only displays a clock on a PC's primary display. An app called ElevenClock lets you add clocks to every display your PC is connected to.
old meets new
Microsoft's Notepad may get a new look for Windows 11
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Microsoft's Notepad app appears to have a visual refresh on the way. Leaked images of the app appeared briefly over the weekend.
type for less
You don’t need to spend $180 to get a keyboard for the Surface Pro 8
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While the Surface Signature Keyboard was unveiled alongside the Surface Pro 8, it isn’t the only keyboard available for the 2-in-1.
EVEN more affordable
The best budget 4K TV for Xbox Series X|S just got a limited-time price cut
The TCL 6-Series R635 was already our pick for the best budget 4K TV for the Xbox Series X and Series S. For a limited time, it’s discounted on Best Buy, making it even easier to pick up.
the votes are in
Despite detractors, more than half of our readers like Windows 11
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While critics of Windows 11 have been vocal, over half of our readers like the new operating system from Microsoft.