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Nearly 52% of Windows users on Steam run Windows 11
Winsage
November 2, 2024

Nearly 52% of Windows users on Steam run Windows 11

As of October 2024, Windows 11 has a 51.97% share among Windows users on Steam, marking a monthly increase of 4.28 points. Windows 10 has declined to 45.95%, losing 2.71 points. Windows 7's 64-bit version holds 0.23% of the market, down by 0.08 points. Overall, Windows accounts for 96.61% of Steam users, while Linux has 2.0% and macOS has 1.39%. The most popular macOS version is Sequoia. In terms of hardware, 46.75% of users have 16GB of RAM, 65.62% use Intel processors, 32.52% have six physical cores, 7.24% use Nvidia RTX 3060 graphics cards, and 35.11% have 8GB of video memory. Over 57% of Steam users prefer 1080p resolution.
Parallels brings Apple Intelligence Writing Tools to Windows
Winsage
November 1, 2024

Parallels brings Apple Intelligence Writing Tools to Windows

Apple has released macOS Sequoia 15.1, introducing Apple Intelligence tools on the Mac platform, which enhance productivity and extend capabilities to Windows applications via Parallels Desktop. Users with a Mac running macOS 15.1 or later can access Writing Tools in Windows virtual machines to improve written content. These tools include functionalities for summarizing text and transforming content into organized lists or tables. To use the Writing Tools in Windows apps, users must update Parallels Tools and can access the features through a keyboard shortcut or the macOS menu bar. Parallels Desktop now supports the ARM version of Windows 11 on M3 Macs. A free trial of Parallels Desktop is available.
Using Windows 11 on your Mac? You no longer have to miss out on Apple Intelligence thanks to Parallels Desktop
Winsage
November 1, 2024

Using Windows 11 on your Mac? You no longer have to miss out on Apple Intelligence thanks to Parallels Desktop

Apple Intelligence has launched on macOS Sequoia 15.1, featuring Writing Tools that allow users to proofread, rewrite, and adjust the tone of their writing. Parallels Desktop has been updated to enable access to these tools for users running Windows 11 on their Macs. The Writing Tools can be activated easily in applications like Microsoft Word and are designed to enhance productivity. Currently, Writing Tools is the only Apple Intelligence feature available on Windows via Parallels, with hopes for more tools in the future. Parallels Desktop is priced starting at .99 / £89.99.
This Mac App Makes Finder More like Windows' File Explorer
Winsage
October 24, 2024

This Mac App Makes Finder More like Windows’ File Explorer

Indie Mac utility Supercharge, developed by Sindre Sorhus, enhances Finder to provide a more familiar experience for Windows users, including a cut and paste functionality that uses Command+X and Command+V shortcuts. Users can activate this feature in Supercharge Settings under Tweaks > Finder. Additional Finder tweaks include the ability to delete files with the Delete key, open files with the Return key, and create plain text files using Option+N. Supercharge also offers quality-of-life upgrades such as hiding all windows except the active one, quitting applications with Shift+Command+Q, and customizable keyboard shortcuts for various functions. The utility is available for purchase on the developer's website or Gumroad, with price adjustments for users in countries with lower purchasing power.
macOS Sequoia change breaks networking for VPN, antivirus software
Tech Optimizer
September 20, 2024

macOS Sequoia change breaks networking for VPN, antivirus software

Users of macOS 15, also known as 'Sequoia,' are experiencing network connection issues with certain endpoint detection and response (EDR) solutions, VPNs, and web browsers, particularly with CrowdStrike Falcon and ESET Endpoint Security. These problems seem to resolve when the tools are deactivated, indicating a compatibility issue with the operating system's network stack. Firewall configurations are causing packet corruption and SSL failures, affecting command-line tools like 'wget' and 'curl.' CrowdStrike has advised customers against upgrading to macOS 15 due to significant changes in networking structures, and similar warnings have been issued by SentinelOne Support. Users have reported connectivity issues with Mullvad VPN and corporate VPNs, while ProtonVPN appears to function without problems. ESET recommends removing ESET Network from the filters in System Settings to restore network functionality for certain versions of their software. Security researcher Wacław Jacek has suggested a temporary fix for firewall issues, and Mullvad VPN is aware of the problems and is working on a resolution. Users relying on EDR products, VPNs, or strict firewall configurations may want to delay upgrading to macOS 15 until these issues are resolved.
How to Snap Windows in macOS Sequoia | Lifehacker
Winsage
June 27, 2024

How to Snap Windows in macOS Sequoia | Lifehacker

- macOS Sequoia beta can be installed by backing up the Mac and selecting the beta update in System Settings. - macOS Sequoia supports tiling windows using a mouse gesture by dragging a window to the edge of the screen. - macOS Sequoia has an option to automatically arrange windows using layout options when hovering over the green stoplight icon. - Third-party options like Loop can provide more freedom in tiling and arranging windows on screen. - Keyboard shortcuts can be used to dock windows to the left or right, and to automatically arrange two windows.
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