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MS releases KB 4476976, a test Win10 1809 cumulative update, to the Insider Preview Ring. Bravo!
In the three years since Microsoft defined its Insider Rings, we’d seen it use them in the way they were intended only once. Now we’re up to twice. At last, more signs of intelligence in Redmond.
Why full-Chromium Edge means end times for IE
Microsoft's decision to adopt the Chromium open-source code to power its Edge browser could mean a sooner-than-expected end to support for Internet Explorer.
Windows 10 cheat sheet: Handy gestures and shortcuts
Learn these useful touchpad gestures, keyboard shortcuts and touchscreen gestures for getting around Windows 10.
The tech world’s best CEO? Microsoft’s Nadella, hands down.
Others have gotten more glory — and have tripped recently.
Windows 10 quick tips: How to share a single PC
Have employees or temporary workers who need to share a Windows 10 computer? No problem — here's how to do it.
Windows 10 Redstone: A guide to the Insider Preview builds
Get the latest info on new builds of Windows 10 19H1 as they roll out from Microsoft. Now updated for Insider Preview Build 18312, released on Jan. 9, 2019.
A great start to patching in 2019
With a gentle start to Microsoft updates for 2019, Microsoft has addressed 47 vulnerabilities with updates to Windows, Chakra, Edge and IE11. The only critical updates this month relate to both Microsoft browsers.
MDM morphs into mobile apps management
While keeping tabs on mobile devices is critical to any modern business strategy, keeping track of how to manage those devices, and the data on them, is becoming more complex.
Patch Tuesday updates for Win7, KB 4480970 and KB 4480960 knock out networking
Reports are popping up all over that yesterday’s Win7 Monthly Rollup and Security-only patches are causing big problems with networks using SMBv2 shares. The known solution is to uninstall the patch. There’s also a registry fix that...
Windows 10 1903 to seize 7GB of user storage space for smoother upgrades
The upcoming spring update will include a 'Reserved storage' feature that sets aside disk space for future upgrades.
Windows 10: A guide to the updates
Here's what you need to know about each update to Windows 10 as they roll out from Microsoft. Now updated for KB4480116 (OS Build 17763.253), released Jan. 8, 2019.
Microsoft tries to take on the Chromebook once more
Will the third time be the charm, or will Windows Lite join Windows 10 S and Windows RT as failed Windows variations?
Microsoft's Windows 10 changes will affect business
Microsoft is changing the nomenclature it uses for some Windows 10 ‘branches’ and now plans to release the next LTSB version in 2019.
Microsoft spins off security, compliance bits from Microsoft 365's priciest plan for E3 customers
Microsoft is adding two new M365 add-on plans for corporate customers already subscribing to the Enterprise E3 version.
Microsoft is yanking patches already. Make sure automatic update is disabled.
The year is yet young, and Microsoft has already issued, then plucked, four bad patches. Do yourself a favor and let the cannon fodder test the patches before you put them on your machine.
Windows 10 1809 adoption remains in the cellar
The botched rollout in October of Microsoft's latest version of Windows 10 has hampered adoption of Windows 10 October 2018 Update.
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How to find Windows security setup resources
Find security scripts, compliance and other Windows resources.
Get expert tips for fixing Windows 10 problems
Free download: Learn how to solve the biggest Windows 10 headaches, discover built-in tools for fixing common Windows 10 problems, and explore advanced utilities for troubleshooting Windows 10.
Top web browsers 2019: Microsoft needs to rebuild Edge before Edge disappears
Though Microsoft plans to revamp its Edge browser using Chrome's rendering and JavaScript engines, Windows 10's built-in browser is still bleeding users.
Windows by the numbers: Windows 10 finally dethrones Windows 7
Migration watch: It's taken three and a half years, but Windows 10 has finally passed Windows 7 is now being used by 45.5% of all PCs running Windows.
How Microsoft lost the web
Through a series of missteps and outright neglect, Microsoft essentially handed over the fate of its web browser – and its ability to shape the online world – to rival Chrome. The white flag of surrender was raised this month.
The top 10 stories of 2018: Blockchain rises, open source reigns, trust wanes
Optimists can look at 2018 and point to GDPR privacy protections, the launch of blockchain business apps and the creativity of the open-source community as signs technology can lead us to a safe and prosperous future. Meanwhile,...
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