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Microsoft is bringing back a classic Windows feature people actually miss
By Zac Bowden published
Windows 11 Microsoft is planning to bring back the ability to move and resize the Taskbar on Windows 11 as part of its effort to improve sentiment around the OS this year.

Yes, someone really installed Windows 98 on a smart toaster
By Kevin Okemwa published
Windows Avid tech enthusiast and YouTuber Throaty Mumbo recently got Windows 98 to run on an actual toaster.

Windows 11’s security controls are getting a major refresh
By Kevin Okemwa published
Windows 11 Windows 11 is introducing mobile-style app permissions, giving users more control over their privacy and preventing apps from hijacking settings.

Windows 11 gains command-line version of the Microsoft Store
By Zac Bowden published
Windows 11 You can now find, install, and update Microsoft Store apps using a command prompt on Windows 10 and Windows 11 PCs. No GUI required.

Microsoft DMCA strike against a new Steam game is rescinded [UPDATE]
By Adam Hales last updated
News Allumeria’s Steam demo has been removed after Microsoft filed a DMCA claim alleging infringement related to Minecraft.

A fake 7‑Zip download is hijacking PCs — here’s how it works
By Adam Hales published
News A convincing fake 7-Zip website is distributing a trojanized installer that quietly enrolls infected PCs into a residential proxy network without obvious warning signs.

Notepad's new Markdown feature came with a severe security vulnerability
By Cale Hunt published
Windows Windows Notepad joins the Notepad++ alternative on a list of apps with recent and serious security flaws.

Teams moves a critical button to help keep you out of trouble
By Kevin Okemwa published
Teams A new Teams update will move the quit option to the system tray, stopping users from accidentally ending calls mid-meeting.
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