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Microsoft announces changes to Windows 11: movable taskbar, less Copilot and improved update control
Winsage
March 23, 2026

Microsoft announces changes to Windows 11: movable taskbar, less Copilot and improved update control

Microsoft is rolling out enhancements for Windows 11 in test builds for Windows Insider members during March and April of 2026. Key updates include: - Users can now reposition the taskbar to the top or sides of their screens and access more personalization settings. - The integration of the Copilot feature will be reassessed across applications like Snipping Tool, Photos, Widgets, and Notepad, focusing on specific use cases. - Windows Update will allow users to skip updates during initial setup, shut down or restart without mandatory updates, pause updates for extended periods, and reduce the frequency of automatic restarts and notifications. - File Explorer will see performance upgrades, including faster startup times, fewer visual artifacts, and enhanced stability. - The Feedback Hub will have an updated interface for easier feedback submission and improved visibility of user messages. - Future developments for Windows 11 will focus on enhancing system performance, stability, and predictability, reducing resource consumption, boosting application speed, improving driver stability, minimizing crashes, enhancing peripheral connectivity, and ensuring reliable updates. - There will be ongoing improvements to the Windows Subsystem for Linux to enhance file operations between Windows and Linux environments.
Microsoft Lays Out Next Windows Updates: Faster, Lighter and More Flexible
Winsage
March 21, 2026

Microsoft Lays Out Next Windows Updates: Faster, Lighter and More Flexible

Microsoft announced a series of enhancements for Windows, including less intrusive Windows Update operations, improved Copilot integration, a streamlined start menu and taskbar, reduced notifications, a smaller memory footprint, and enhanced stability. The integration of Copilot will focus on creating useful experiences, while widgets will provide glanceable information with fewer interruptions. A significant performance update will reduce memory usage, allowing users to free up resources for applications. Users will also be able to pause updates for longer periods and restart or shut down devices without forced installations. New users will have the option to skip updates during initial setup, improving the out-of-the-box experience, especially for handheld gaming devices. Additionally, there will be support for controller-based navigation during setup. Microsoft aims for faster, more consistent performance, with improvements in File Explorer, Bluetooth, USB connections, and overall system stability.
Crimson Desert уже почти взломана: сейчас пройдут тесты — и на торренты завтра
TrendTechie
March 20, 2026

Crimson Desert уже почти взломана: сейчас пройдут тесты — и на торренты завтра

Crimson Desert is an action-adventure game set in the continent of Piveil, where players control a character named Cliff on a quest to reclaim what has been lost and protect the realm. The game features an open-world design for exploration. It supports both AMD and Intel processors, offers enhanced stability for smoother gameplay, incorporates advanced security protocols for data protection, and simplifies the configuration process for easier setup.
It's 2025's most notorious flop, but you can now try this would-be GTA rival for free, and it really can only get better
AppWizard
November 30, 2025

It’s 2025’s most notorious flop, but you can now try this would-be GTA rival for free, and it really can only get better

Mindseye, launched in June 2025 by Build a Rocket Boy, is an action game that received poor reviews and faced significant issues at launch, leading to employee layoffs. Founder Leslie Benzies attributed the game's failure to external sabotage. Despite ongoing turmoil, the team is working on updates, including a free demo released with Update 6, which offers a portion of the campaign and player-created content. The free starter pack weighs under 50GB and includes a 15-minute main quest and 14 additional challenges, although the free-roam feature has been removed. The complete game is currently available at a 50% discount, priced at .99 / £27.49.
Legendary Microsoft developer reveals the true story behind the most famous product activation key of all time — infamous Windows XP 'FCKGW' licensing key was actually 'a disastrous leak'
Winsage
October 9, 2025

Legendary Microsoft developer reveals the true story behind the most famous product activation key of all time — infamous Windows XP ‘FCKGW’ licensing key was actually ‘a disastrous leak’

Dave W. Plummer, a Microsoft developer, revealed that the alphanumeric string FCKGW-RHQQ2-YXRKT-8TG6W-2B7Q8 is the first valid Windows XP volume licensing key that was leaked and subsequently used by software pirates. This leak was described by Plummer as a "disastrous leak" rather than a clever hack. At the time of the leak, broadband internet was not widely available, with only about 20% of households having access, making it difficult for users on 56K modems to download the 455.1MB 'pre-activated' XP, which would take a full day. In contrast, those with ADSL connections could download the Windows XP VLK install ISO image in about two hours on a 512K line.
Now's the time to play this Arthurian spin on Skyrim thanks to its monumental new update
AppWizard
September 10, 2025

Now’s the time to play this Arthurian spin on Skyrim thanks to its monumental new update

Tainted Grail: The Fall of Avalon has received a significant patch from developer Questline, which includes a New Game Plus mode, a transmog system, three new dungeons, six new quests, and numerous gameplay enhancements. The update features extensive bug fixes, quality of life improvements such as unread markers for unexplored items, alphabetical inventory sorting, and bulk purchasing options. Additionally, over 50 gameplay balance issues have been addressed, along with improvements to enemy and NPC behaviors. The game currently holds an 87% positive rating on Steam.
Oasis Driver for Windows Mixed Reality: How to Revive Your VR Headset
Winsage
August 30, 2025

Oasis Driver for Windows Mixed Reality: How to Revive Your VR Headset

The Oasis Driver for Windows Mixed Reality was launched on August 29, 2025, as a native SteamVR driver, allowing users to run OpenVR and OpenXR applications without relying on Microsoft's Mixed Reality Portal. It is officially supported on Windows 11 (version 24H2 or later) but is not recommended for Windows 10 due to instability. The driver operates in Direct Mode, supports 6DoF tracking for headsets and controllers, and is compatible exclusively with NVIDIA GPUs, while AMD and Intel GPUs are not supported. The project began as an experimental initiative and received official approval from Valve to be featured on the Steam store.
Peak re-releases its next update aimed at improving stability and reassures players 'we don't have any issue with sharing video content, including modded stuff'
AppWizard
July 4, 2025

Peak re-releases its next update aimed at improving stability and reassures players ‘we don’t have any issue with sharing video content, including modded stuff’

The developers at Landcrab released a patch for their game, Peak, which initially caused access issues for some players. They have since reintroduced a refined version of the patch that retains the original fixes while resolving the access problems. The new patch enhances stability for reconnecting to games after disconnections and includes various other improvements. The developers are also updating the End User License Agreement (EULA) and are encouraging players to report any bugs.
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