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July 2, 2025

How to secure your printer with Windows 11’s new Protected Print mode

Nine percent of Windows security issues are attributed to its printing system. In 2021, a flaw in the printer spooler, known as "Print Nightmare," was discovered, allowing attackers elevated system rights. Microsoft introduced Windows Protected Print mode (WPP) in the Windows 11 24H2 update to address these vulnerabilities. WPP replaces manufacturer-specific drivers and prevents the installation of new printer drivers, limiting printer spooler tasks to user rights. WPP is based on the Internet Print Protocol (IPP) and is compatible with printers certified by the Mobile Printing Alliance. Users must manually enable WPP through the Settings menu. Once activated, Windows manages print jobs using its WPP driver, and users can find additional tools in the Microsoft Store. To deactivate WPP, users can return to the Settings and remove it, which requires reinstalling the original manufacturer’s drivers.

AppWizard

June 25, 2025

Today’s Android app deals and freebies: MEGA MAN X DiVE, Ace Attorney Trilogy, GHOST TRICK, more

Google Play is offering significant discounts on select Capcom titles. Samsung is providing a complimentary credit for the Galaxy Z Flip 7, Fold 7, and Galaxy Watch 8. The Galaxy Watch 7 is at an all-time low price on Amazon, and the Samsung Galaxy S25+ has a discount of [openai_gpt model="gpt-4o-mini" prompt="Summarize the content and extract only the fact described in the text bellow. The summary shall NOT include a title, introduction and conclusion. Text: Your mid-week Android game and app deals have arrived, offering a delightful array of discounts and promotions. Google Play is currently showcasing significant price reductions on select Capcom titles, making it an opportune moment for gamers to expand their collections. Additionally, Samsung is enticing customers with a complimentary credit applicable towards the launch of the Galaxy Z Flip 7 and Fold 7. This offer is complemented by attractive deals on the Galaxy Watch 7, now available at an all-time low on Amazon, and the Samsung Galaxy S25+, which is seeing a generous 0 discount. For those in the market for a versatile device, HP’s OmniBook X Flip convertible Copilot+ PC is also being offered at an impressive 0 off. Below, we delve into the details of today’s Android app deals. Reserve your FREE credit towards the Galaxy Z Flip 7 and Fold 7, Galaxy Watch 8, and more In addition to the enticing discounts, customers can secure a free credit that can be utilized for the upcoming Galaxy Z Flip 7 and Fold 7, as well as the Galaxy Watch 8. This promotion not only enhances the value of your purchase but also adds an element of excitement as you prepare for the latest innovations from Samsung. Android app and game deals still live: Among the standout offerings is the much-anticipated MEGA MAN X DiVE, which has recently introduced an offline version. This game reimagines the beloved Mega Man X series, allowing players to experience thrilling side-scrolling action in a fresh context. MEGA MAN X DiVE features: Mega Man X DiVE transports players into Deep Log, a digital realm where the game data of the Mega Man X series has been meticulously archived. However, a mysterious bug has caused this data to become fragmented. With the guidance of a cryptic navigator named RiCO, players embark on a journey to restore order within this digital landscape. As you take control of Hunter Programs—recreations of iconic characters such as X and Zero—you will face off against various forms of Irregular Data, striving to mend the fractured game data and bring harmony back to the world of Mega Man. Stay tuned for more updates and explore the exciting deals available today!" max_tokens="3500" temperature="0.3" top_p="1.0" best_of="1" presence_penalty="0.1" frequency_penalty="frequency_penalty"]. HP’s OmniBook X Flip convertible Copilot+ PC is also available at [openai_gpt model="gpt-4o-mini" prompt="Summarize the content and extract only the fact described in the text bellow. The summary shall NOT include a title, introduction and conclusion. Text: Your mid-week Android game and app deals have arrived, offering a delightful array of discounts and promotions. Google Play is currently showcasing significant price reductions on select Capcom titles, making it an opportune moment for gamers to expand their collections. Additionally, Samsung is enticing customers with a complimentary credit applicable towards the launch of the Galaxy Z Flip 7 and Fold 7. This offer is complemented by attractive deals on the Galaxy Watch 7, now available at an all-time low on Amazon, and the Samsung Galaxy S25+, which is seeing a generous 0 discount. For those in the market for a versatile device, HP’s OmniBook X Flip convertible Copilot+ PC is also being offered at an impressive 0 off. Below, we delve into the details of today’s Android app deals. Reserve your FREE credit towards the Galaxy Z Flip 7 and Fold 7, Galaxy Watch 8, and more In addition to the enticing discounts, customers can secure a free credit that can be utilized for the upcoming Galaxy Z Flip 7 and Fold 7, as well as the Galaxy Watch 8. This promotion not only enhances the value of your purchase but also adds an element of excitement as you prepare for the latest innovations from Samsung. Android app and game deals still live: Among the standout offerings is the much-anticipated MEGA MAN X DiVE, which has recently introduced an offline version. This game reimagines the beloved Mega Man X series, allowing players to experience thrilling side-scrolling action in a fresh context. MEGA MAN X DiVE features: Mega Man X DiVE transports players into Deep Log, a digital realm where the game data of the Mega Man X series has been meticulously archived. However, a mysterious bug has caused this data to become fragmented. With the guidance of a cryptic navigator named RiCO, players embark on a journey to restore order within this digital landscape. As you take control of Hunter Programs—recreations of iconic characters such as X and Zero—you will face off against various forms of Irregular Data, striving to mend the fractured game data and bring harmony back to the world of Mega Man. Stay tuned for more updates and explore the exciting deals available today!" max_tokens="3500" temperature="0.3" top_p="1.0" best_of="1" presence_penalty="0.1" frequency_penalty="frequency_penalty"] off. The game MEGA MAN X DiVE has introduced an offline version, allowing players to restore fragmented game data in a digital realm called Deep Log. Players control Hunter Programs, including characters like X and Zero, to face Irregular Data and mend the game data.

Winsage

June 24, 2025

Stay secure with Windows 11, Copilot+ PCs and Windows 365 before support ends for Windows 10

Windows has been the most widely used operating system globally since its launch in 1985, currently powering over a billion active devices each month. Support for Windows 10 will end on October 14, 2025, meaning Microsoft will stop providing security and feature updates, as well as technical support for Windows 10 PCs. Users can check their eligibility for upgrading to Windows 11 through the Settings menu or the PC Health Check app. Windows 11 features enhanced security, improved performance, and a modern user interface, with built-in accessibility tools and AI capabilities. The Windows 10 Extended Security Updates (ESU) program will provide critical security updates for personal devices from October 15, 2025, to October 13, 2026. Organizations can subscribe to ESU for continued security updates for a year, with the option to renew annually. Windows 365 offers a cloud-based solution for transitioning to Windows 11 without needing to replace all devices immediately. Various Windows 11 and Copilot+ PCs are available from partners like Acer, ASUS, Dell, HP, Lenovo, Samsung, and Surface.

Winsage

June 20, 2025

Windows 11 migration heats up… on desktops

Businesses are upgrading their desktop PCs in anticipation of the end of support for Windows 10, which is less than four months away. Recent data shows a 22 percent increase in desktop shipments to enterprise customers in Europe during April and May, with revenue rising by 17 percent. Desktops accounted for nearly 17 percent of total PC revenues in early Q2, the highest level in two years. Germany saw significant sales growth, leading to availability issues, while the UK and Poland also experienced increases in desktop sales. Despite this surge, Windows 10 still held a 53.9 percent share of the global desktop Windows market in May, compared to 43.22 percent for Windows 11, with some customers hesitant to adopt the new OS due to economic factors and hardware incompatibilities. Major PC manufacturers have noted a delayed refresh cycle, but signs of growth are emerging. Notebook sales have increased modestly, with unit sales up 2 percent and revenue up 7 percent, driven by AI-ready devices, though adoption is limited by application availability and higher prices. Desktops are crucial for businesses transitioning to Windows 11.

Winsage

June 10, 2025

Microsoft Employee Working On SteamVR Driver To Revive Windows MR Headsets

A Microsoft employee is developing a native SteamVR driver called "Oasis" to revive Windows Mixed Reality (MR) headsets, which lost functionality after the Windows 11 24H2 update eliminated support for these devices. The previous runtime that allowed Windows MR headsets to interface with SteamVR is now obsolete. Matthieu Bucchianeri, a software developer with experience at Sony and SpaceX, is leading this project, which involves deep reverse-engineering. The Oasis driver is currently compatible with Nvidia GPUs, and Bucchianeri is in talks with AMD for potential compatibility. He plans to release the driver for free in the fall.

AppWizard

June 6, 2025

How to watch the Summer Game Fest livestream

The Summer Game Fest will be live on Friday, June 6, 2025, at 2 PM Pacific Time, 5 PM Eastern, and 10 PM in the UK. It will be streamed on YouTube, Twitch, and Steam. The event will feature sponsors like 2K Games, Bandai Namco, Capcom, CD Projekt, Xbox, PlayStation, and Epic Games, with Hideo Kojima expected to appear. There will also be an in-person event for media representatives. Content related to SGF will be organized under the Summer Game Fest 2025 tag, with additional video content on TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube.

AppWizard

June 2, 2025

I found a mysterious demo disc with no name hiding a game almost no one in the world has ever seen, and it made me feel like I’d uncovered buried treasure

The text describes the experience of organizing a retro gaming collection, highlighting the discovery of a doujin game demo CD labeled "Action RPG (Temp) C81 Demo Version" developed by Foxtail. The game features a straightforward action RPG format with crisp pixel art, intuitive controls, and a stamina system that requires strategic gameplay. It consists of 20 stages with various challenges and enemy types, culminating in a simple message upon completion. The overall experience is characterized by a sense of creativity and passion from the developer, despite the game's lack of polish.

Winsage

May 27, 2025

Windows on Arm vs Intel: Which laptop platform is right for you?

The Windows laptop market has shifted towards devices powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon processors, moving away from traditional Intel and AMD architectures. This initiative, known as Windows on Arm, has produced notable products like the Asus ZenBook A14 and Dell XPS 13, which are praised for their performance in AI applications and impressive battery life. These devices can run Intel-based applications through an emulation layer called Prism, which translates x86-64 code into ARM64 instructions, allowing compatibility with non-native software. While they perform well for office tasks and some creative applications, limitations exist in gaming and high-demand software due to the need for specific drivers and graphics performance. Currently, the market features three Windows on Arm processors: Snapdragon X Elite, X Plus, and X. Pricing for these laptops often exceeds ,000, making Intel and AMD options more appealing for budget-conscious consumers.

Winsage

May 25, 2025

Microsoft Notepad’s latest AI trick churns out custom text for you

Microsoft's Notepad app has been updated to include AI capabilities that allow users to generate custom content based on prompts, available to Microsoft 365 or Copilot Pro subscribers. Users can refine generated text through follow-up prompts and access the Copilot menu for content creation. Other Microsoft apps, such as Paint and the Snipping Tool, have also received AI enhancements, with Paint allowing for custom sticker creation and the Snipping Tool offering an automatic editing feature for screenshots. These updates will initially be available to Windows Insiders before wider release.

AppWizard

May 24, 2025

I’ve found every major Memorial Day sale that’s relevant for PC gamers, and handpicked my favorite deals

Memorial Day weekend features sales for PC gamers, offering discounts on gaming rigs, laptops, and accessories. Notable deals include the Alienware Aurora R16 with an Intel Core Ultra 7 265F and RTX 5080 for ,349.99 at Dell, and the HP Omen 45L with an Intel Core Ultra 7 265K and RTX 5090 for ,189.99. The HP Omen 35L, featuring an AMD Ryzen 5 8500G and RTX 4070 Super, is available for ,349.99, down from ,679.99. For laptops, the HP Omen Max 16 is priced at ,799.99. Monitor deals include the 32" Alienware AW3225QF 4K 240Hz QD-OLED Gaming Monitor for ,199.99 and the 32" Dell S3222DGM QHD 165Hz monitor for 9.99.