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April 6, 2025

Celebrating 30 Years Of Windows 95 At VCF

The 30th anniversary of Windows 95 will be celebrated with an exhibit at VCF East 2025 on April 5, 2025, in Wall, NJ, featuring nine period-correct computers configured to run various versions of the operating system. The exhibit is curated by Commodore Z and Ms-Dos5, who faced challenges in networking the machines, including a notable incident with a Thinkpad 760e. It will showcase classic software programs such as Kidpix, MS Paint, Lego Island, LucasArts Full Throttle, Duke Nukem 3D, Word 97, and Space Cadet Pinball, along with original software boxes from the 90s. The exhibit includes all major versions of Windows 95, from the Chicago beta 73g to Windows 95 C / OSR2.5.

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February 21, 2025

Microsoft Paint’s AI features for Windows 11 out in more regions, including Image Creator

Microsoft is expanding the accessibility of its MS Paint application on Windows 11, introducing an update that enhances the Paint Creator mode for users outside the United States. This update includes the "Image Creator" button, which uses Bing's AI capabilities to generate images, now available to a broader audience. Users need a Microsoft 365 subscription and Copilot Pro to access the Paint Image Creator, which operates on OpenAI’s DALL-E technology. The process involves entering a text description, selecting a style, and generating three image variants. Users must have a Microsoft account to track usage and a Microsoft 365 subscription to utilize the Paint Image Creator with an increased limit on AI credits. The Paint Creator operates on an “AI Credits” system, providing 60 credits monthly for image generation. Additionally, Microsoft is rolling out the Generative Erase feature, allowing users to remove objects from images using AI.

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February 17, 2025

Upgrade Your Windows 11 Experience with These 10 Free Alternatives to thew Standard Apps

- ImageGlass is a fast and versatile replacement for the default Photos app, supporting various image formats and basic editing tools. - Files App is a modern alternative to File Explorer with features like split tabs, compact views, and smooth navigation. - LibreOffice is a free, open-source office suite that provides alternatives to Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. - GIMP is a powerful, open-source image editing tool with advanced features like layer management and color correction. - ShareX, Lightshot, PicPick, and SnipPaste are enhanced screenshot tools offering features like screen recording, annotations, and workflow automation. - ScreenBox is a VLC-based media player with robust format support and a sleek design. - Nora is a modern audio player with dynamic controls, playlist management, and an equalizer. - PDF Gear offers advanced PDF features like annotation, editing, and built-in OCR. - Zen Browser is a privacy-focused web browser built on Firefox, emphasizing security and customization. - Fluid Cast is a dedicated podcast app with offline downloads and progress tracking. - Qalculate! is a versatile calculator supporting basic and complex calculations, while SpeedCrunch is a keyboard-focused calculator for quick calculations.

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October 22, 2024

Cast your eyes upon this deeply cursed setup: Windows 95 on a hacked Nintendo 3DS

MetraByte, a YouTuber, is attempting to run Windows 95 on the Nintendo 3DS using a version of DOSBox tailored for the device. The setup process involves extensive command line input and faces numerous challenges, including limited memory, with only 16 MB allocated to the installation. The New Nintendo 3DS has 256 MB of RAM, but struggles to handle the operating system. MetraByte encounters technical hurdles when trying to allocate more memory, with the system crashing beyond 32 MB. The project highlights the limitations of the 3DS while showcasing the interest in retro technology.

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October 3, 2024

Microsoft retires WordPad after 28 years — app no longer available as of Windows 11 24H2 | Tom’s Hardware

Microsoft has officially discontinued WordPad with the rollout of Windows 11 24H2, adding it to the 'Deprecated Feature' list. Users are encouraged to use Microsoft Word for rich text documents and Windows Notepad for plain text needs. There is no direct replacement for WordPad in Windows 11 24H2, and its return is uncertain. Microsoft has also indicated plans to phase out the Control Panel, integrating its functionalities into the Settings options.

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August 12, 2024

Microsoft confirms its Paint 3D app is being discontinued in November

Paint 3D will be removed from the Microsoft Store on November 4th, 2024, as announced by Microsoft. Users are being notified of this discontinuation and are encouraged to use the 3D Viewer app instead. Microsoft is focusing on enhancing the traditional Paint app in Windows 11, which now includes features similar to Photoshop and AI-powered tools. This removal is part of a broader trend of discontinuing various Windows features and applications, including the phasing out of Windows Mixed Reality and the integration of Microsoft Teams in Windows 11. Additionally, support for Android apps on Windows 11 will also end next year.

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August 12, 2024

Microsoft’s Paint 3D was once the future of MS Paint, but now it’s going away

In October 2017, Microsoft introduced the "Fall Creators Update" for Windows 10, which included Paint 3D, an application for creating and manipulating 3D shapes. Initially, Microsoft considered replacing the classic MS Paint with Paint 3D, but user backlash led to the classic app being revitalized and made available in the Microsoft Store with new features. Microsoft announced the deprecation of Paint 3D, set to be removed from the Microsoft Store on November 4, with users notified via banner messages. Users are encouraged to use the Paint and Photos apps for 2D editing, while the 3D Viewer app will be used for viewing 3D models. The responsibility for creating and editing 3D images will shift to third-party software. The removal of Paint 3D coincides with the discontinuation of Windows Mixed Reality in the upcoming Windows 11 24H2 release. Additionally, many applications from Windows 8 and 10 have been eliminated or rebranded in Windows 11, including the replacement of Mail and Calendar apps with Outlook and the rebranding of Groove to "Windows Media Player."

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August 12, 2024

Microsoft is retiring 2017’s Paint 3D and keeping the original MS Paint from 1985

In 2017, Microsoft launched Paint 3D as part of a Windows 10 update, enhancing the original Microsoft Paint from 1985 with features for 2D and 3D image editing and support for layers. Effective November 4, 2024, Paint 3D will no longer be available for download or receive updates, although existing users can still access it. Paint 3D included features for importing and manipulating 3D shapes, while MS Paint has remained simple with minor updates, including Microsoft Copilot+ AI features.

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August 12, 2024

Microsoft is axing a popular app – as fans call it the ‘end of an era’

Microsoft has announced the discontinuation of Paint 3D, which will cease to receive updates and will be removed from the Microsoft Store starting November 4, 2024. Users will still be able to use the application if it is already installed, but they will not be able to download it or receive future updates.

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August 11, 2024

Microsoft Paint 3D To Be Discontinued, Will Be Removed From Microsoft Store After November 4

Microsoft will discontinue Paint 3D and remove it from the Microsoft Store. The software will be deprecated starting November 4. In 2021, Microsoft had already removed Paint 3D from the list of pre-installed applications on Windows. Despite its impending removal, Paint 3D remains available for free download for Windows 10 and Windows 11 users. Microsoft has shifted its focus back to the classic Paint application, rolling out updates and incorporating new AI-driven features.