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Azure's cloud platform problems stem from AI, says a former engineer
By Kevin Okemwa published
Azure An ex-Microsoft engineer recently detailed how Azure’s rushed launch, talent exodus, and AI hype left Microsoft’s cloud fragile and struggling to compete.

Hacker spent weeks setting up an elaborate axios hijack involving Teams
By Cale Hunt published
Security It's unclear how widespread the damage is from the recent axios hack involving North Korean malware, Microsoft Teams, Slack, and weeks of preparation.

Microsoft Outlook frustrates Artemis II astronauts live from space
By Jez Corden published
Microsoft In space, no one can hear you scream ... at Microsoft Outlook (New). Microsoft's weird decision to split Outlook into two separate apps creates issues for the Atemis II NASA mission to the Moon, live on camera.

Microsoft tests new default "open at login" option for Edge on Windows 11
By Zac Bowden published
Windows 11 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.

Windows 11’s latest Insider update adds NPU tracking — a small change with big future vibes
By Cale Hunt published
Windows 11 Arriving now for Windows 11 Insiders is a buff to Task Manager that provides far more information about your PC's NPU usage and performance. Here's how it works and why it makes sense in 2026.

Microsoft faces new questions from UK watchdog over AI competition
By Kevin Okemwa published
Microsoft The UK CMA is coming after Microsoft again, and this time it's all about AI and ecosystem control, which are at the center of the debate.

Remote Desktop is gone — say hello to "Windows App"
By Sean Endicott published
Windows Microsoft has officially pulled the plug on the legacy Remote Desktop client, forcing users into the "Windows App" as the March 27 support deadline passes.

Microsoft is building a team focused on "100% native" Windows 11 apps
By Zac Bowden published
Windows 11 Windows 11's in-box apps and system interfaces are currently a mishmash of native and web-based interfaces, but it sounds like that might soon be changing.

Windows 11's Command Prompt is getting a major upgrade soon
By Zac Bowden published
Windows 11 Console Host is gaining several features that have been available on Windows Terminal for a while, including better graphics support, scrolling performance improvements, and more.

Latest Windows 11 update adds support for refresh rates beyond 1,000Hz
By Cale Hunt published
Windows 11 Windows 11 update KB5079391 adds official monitor refresh rate support beyond 1,000Hz. With 2,000Hz displays coming as soon as 2030, it's good to see that our favorite OS is ahead of the game.
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