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Windows chief sees AI bridging the cloud, PCs
Microsoft's new Windows chief doesn't see a conflict between AI running on local PCs as well as on the cloud.
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Next-gen Windows leak: 6 AI features that could change PCs forever
A new report says Microsoft is rebuilding Windows from the ground up to integrate helpful, practical AI features.
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Microsoft Copilot turns 1, promising deeper, more sophisticated search
Microsoft says its AI chatbot, Copilot, will receive a wealth of new features in the coming months, with deeper, more sophisticated input and understanding.
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Microsoft will charge consumers for extended Windows 10 support
For the first time, Microsoft will allow consumers to buy extended-support subscriptions to Windows 10 so you can avoid moving to Windows 11.
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Windows update bug labels all printers as “HP LaserJet”
Users have spotted the "HP LaserJet M101-M106" moniker applied to printers from all manufacturers starting with last week's update.
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Did Windows 11's 2023 Update slow down your PC? Try this
A Reddit user found that their CPU performance fell by about 8 percent after applying the Windows 11 2023 Update (Windows 1 23H2). Microsoft supplied a fix.
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Microsoft stabilized Windows with a roaming 'USB Cart of Death'
The USB Cart of Death played an important role in the development of Windows. A well-known Windows developer explains what it killed, and how it helped.
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Microsoft guts Microsoft Rewards points, and its fans are outraged
Microsoft appears to be nickel-and-diming users and fans of its Microsoft Rewards program, which gives "frequent-flyer" points that can be traded in for gift cards.
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Report: Windows 12 will release in June 2024, Taiwan's PC makers think
A report by Taiwan's Commercial Times says that Taiwan PC makers are planning for Windows 12 to be released on or around June 2024, launching the AI PC.
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Microsoft Paint, supercharged: How to use new AI and Photoshop-like features
In the future, you will be able to create AI images in Paint with the OpenAI-LLM Dall-E and also edit them professionally.
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Windows 11 energy saver mode now in testing for laptops and desktops
The latest Insider build includes a mode that sacrifices performance for energy savings.
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Microsoft's Xbox app update tips its cap to portable gaming with new mode
Microsoft has updated its Xbox app for PCs with new tweaks designed to help portable PC gamers get more out of their consoles.
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The immortal Windows XP wallpaper is now an 'ugly' sweater
Microsoft's latest holiday sweater will look familiar to anyone who can remember playing Space Cadet Pinball.
How-To
8 deeply hidden, truly useful Windows features
Windows is full of interesting functions. Some of them are used on a daily basis, others are not easy to find. There are many additional options hidden in the depths of the system that need to be discovered.
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How to Fix Low Disk Space Error on Windows? 5 Step-by-Step Guides Here!
Low disk space errors might be annoying and seriously affect the performance of computers. This page aims to help Windows users to free up more disk space on PCs with five efficient methods.
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Get legit Windows 11 licenses for $48 during Black Friday
PCWorld is offering a Windows 11 Home license for just $48, with Pro deals available at just-as-steep discounts.
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Microsoft's AI-powered Copilot rolls out to Windows 10 testers
Microsoft is rolling out the top feature of Windows 11 as an update for Windows 10, but there are a few things that Copilot testers should keep in mind.
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Microsoft investigating sudden Windows activation issues in upgraded PCs
Windows 10 and Windows 11 computers with a legal license key are suddenly deactivated.
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Not a PC? Windows is now an app for your iPhone, iPad, and Mac
Microsoft released a limited preview version of its Windows App.
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