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One of the biggest ray tracing optimizations in years arrives without needing new hardware
By Cale Hunt published
Windows It's just a tech demo, but the new Shader Execution Reordering (SER) feature for DXR 1.2 looks very promising.

Windows XP’s Bliss wallpaper got a 2026 remix and it’s gorgeous
By Sean Endicott published
Windows A brilliant new "Bliss" remix is taking over Reddit, blending Windows XP’s iconic hills with Windows 11’s Bloom. Here is how to get it on your PC.

Microsoft Teams clarifies how its employee location tracking feature works
By Kevin Okemwa published
Teams Microsoft has recently clarified its Teams Wi‑Fi location feature, addressing employee monitoring amid privacy concerns.

BUILD 2026 timing hints at a rare June event
By Zac Bowden published
Microsoft A leaked asset has seemingly confirmed that Microsoft is moving its Build developer conference out of May and into June, while also changing up its location.

LibreOffice slams Microsoft Office's ribbon UI while lauding its own
By Kevin Okemwa published
Office LibreOffice says Microsoft Office's "ribbon" UI shouldn't be treated as an ergonomic standard.

Did Windows 10 really update itself while this user was mid-shower?
By Kevin Okemwa published
Windows 10 A furious user claims Microsoft automatically upgraded their PC from Windows 10 to Windows 11 without their consent.

Windows 11's market share jumped double digits two months in a row
By Cale Hunt published
Windows Windows 11 worldwide market share has increased by more than 10% for the second month in a row, suggesting its growth has finally hit a tipping point.

Reclaim your desktop: 25% off Start11 for Windows 11
By Sean Endicott published
Deal Stop fighting a rigid Start menu. Reclaim your desktop with Start11 and save 25% using our exclusive Windows Central discount code.
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