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From open tabs to closed tunnels: VPN demand surges after UK adult content law
By Sean Endicott published
Apps A new UK law requiring ID for adult content led to massive VPN usage, far surpassing France’s surge when similar restrictions were introduced.

OneNote finally adds a long-missing shortcut for pasting plain text
By Sean Endicott published
Microsoft has added a long-requested paste text only shortcut to OneNote, matching functionality already found in Word, Chrome, and other apps.

AdGuard blocks Windows Recall snapshots
By Kevin Okemwa published
Software AdGuard for Windows now includes a new feature called "Disable Windows Recall," designed to prevent the controversial Windows Recall tool from capturing snapshots of Copilot+ PC users’ activity.

Copilot’s new animated face raises the question: do we need AI to look human?
By Sean Endicott published
AI Microsoft is testing a Copilot avatar that smiles and reacts in real time. Some see potential — others just find it weird or unnecessary.

Microsoft Edge’s settings menu is now too long to fit on most laptop screens
By Sean Endicott published
Browsing Microsoft Edge’s menu has grown so long it doesn’t fit on most laptop screens — and there’s no built-in way to customize or clean it up.

Brave browser is going to block Windows Recall by default
By Richard Devine published
Software Brave, the privacy-minded web browser, has announced it will be blocking Windows Recall by default in a future update. But it could also be a little posturing.

You can use Windows XP again, right in your browser
By Kevin Okemwa published
Windows XP A tech-savvy Reddit user recently shared a nostalgic project that brings Windows XP back to life directly in your browser with understandable limitations.

3 easy ways to add some serious style to PowerShell and WSL
By Richard Devine published
PowerShell No matter how much or little time you spend in a terminal, it doesn't have to be boring. Here are 3 easy ways to make your Windows Terminal look glamorous.
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