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October 6, 2025

Windows 11 vs Windows 10

Microsoft is ending support for Windows 10, encouraging users to upgrade to Windows 11, which features improved multitasking, AI integration, and a refined interface. Windows 11 requires a Trusted Platform Module (TPM) 2.0 chip and at least an Intel 8th-generation or AMD Ryzen 2000 series processor, meaning many older PCs will not receive security updates after October 14, 2025. The new interface utilizes the Fluent Design System and Mica, which adjusts window colors based on wallpaper. Windows 11 introduces Snap Layouts and Snap Groups for better window management, and replaces Cortana with Copilot, an AI assistant that enhances user interaction. Gaming features include Auto HDR and DirectStorage for improved performance. Microsoft is making adjustments based on user feedback, such as reinstating the search bar and making Recall an opt-in feature.

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August 4, 2025

Windows 11 is testing Taskbar companions and it might be another AI feature

Microsoft is exploring a new taskbar feature called "companions," which may integrate artificial intelligence into the Windows experience. This initiative is in early stages, with references to "Agentic Companions" found in recent Windows 11 preview builds. A specific string indicates users may manage these companions from their settings, although the features are not yet operational. Previously, Microsoft aimed to introduce a "recommendations" feature for the taskbar to enhance engagement with Bing and web content, but the project was abandoned after the departure of Mikhail Parakhin. Additionally, Microsoft is testing features such as support for "shared audio" for multiple devices and a clock displaying seconds in the Calendar flyout, with the latter already available to Windows 10 users.

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July 18, 2025

Microsoft ending Windows 10 support for MS Office in August 2026

Microsoft has extended support for Windows 10 applications and services until August 2026, allowing users an additional year to transition to Windows 11. Support was originally set to end in October 2025. During this extension, Microsoft will stop new feature updates for MS Office applications on Windows 10, but critical security updates will continue until October 2028. Windows 10 will cease receiving software updates, including security patches, on October 14, 2025. Microsoft is offering free extended security updates for users who activate Windows Backup or choose a paid service. Windows 11 features a new interface, improved window organization tools, enhanced multi-monitor support, and integrates Microsoft’s AI assistant, Copilot. It also includes gaming enhancements like DirectStorage and Auto HDR, and supports Android apps through the Microsoft Store.

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March 11, 2025

Announcing Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26120.3380 (Dev and Beta Channels)

Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26120.3380 (KB5053660) has been released for the Dev and Beta Channels. Updates based on Windows 11, version 24H2, are initially optional for Beta Channel users but will become recommended later this year. Users in the Dev Channel can temporarily switch to the Beta Channel while both channels release the same updates, but this option will close once the Dev Channel advances. New features include the Recommended files feature in File Explorer, real-time translation for various languages on Copilot+ PCs, and a new recommendation for snap groups in the Start menu. Enhanced web search support is being introduced for the EEA, and a toast notification will prompt users to add secondary email or recovery phone numbers to their Microsoft accounts. The update also introduces dynamic widgets for web developers and a new system tray icon for emojis and GIFs. "Top cards" under Settings will provide a view of key PC specifications. Fixes include improved accessibility in File Explorer, resolution of issues with the Snap Bar, and crashes affecting settings and input. Known issues include incorrect build version display after a PC reset and issues with Recall snapshots on managed PCs. Windows Insiders in the Beta Channel will receive updates via an enablement package, and features may evolve based on feedback. Some features may not be fully localized, and accessibility features may not function with certain preview features.

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March 7, 2025

Announcing Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 22635.5025 (Beta Channel)

Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 22635.5025 (KB5053661) has been released to the Beta Channel for users who have not transitioned to Windows 11, version 24H2. New features include recommended files in File Explorer, which displays frequently used and recently downloaded files, and a feature in the Start menu that recommends snap groups of apps. Enhanced support for web search providers in Windows Search for the EEA has also been implemented. Fixes include resolving an issue causing File Explorer to close slowly. Known issues involve delays in displaying app icons in the Start menu and the organization of Windows Tools related apps. Windows Insiders in the Beta Channel will receive updates based on Windows 11, version 23H2, and features may evolve or be removed based on feedback.

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March 7, 2025

Windows 11 KB5053661 beta brings a new Start menu feature that snaps apps together

Microsoft has released build 22635.5025 for Windows 11 23H2 in the Beta channel for Insiders, identified under KB5053661. This update introduces a Recommended files feature in File Explorer, accessible to Insiders with personal or local Microsoft accounts, showcasing relevant files based on user activity. Users with work or school accounts will receive additional recommendations, though this feature is not yet available in the European Economic Area. The Start menu now suggests snap groups of recommended apps for improved multitasking. A fix has been implemented to address lag issues in File Explorer when closing the application. Known issues include delays in app icon appearance in the Start menu and the organization of Windows Tools related apps into folders. Users can provide feedback through the Feedback Hub.

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November 27, 2024

6 reasons Windows is still the best desktop operating system for everyone

Windows is the leading desktop operating system, known for its familiarity, extensive hardware choices, better hardware compatibility, effective window management, robust app ecosystem, and dominance in gaming. Windows has a long-standing presence in personal computing, making it intuitive for users. It supports a wide range of devices, ensuring compatibility with numerous peripherals and components. Windows 11 offers multitasking features that enhance productivity, and it has a vast library of applications. Additionally, it remains the premier platform for gaming, with most games optimized for Windows.

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November 18, 2024

Windows 11 Pro Is Being Given Away, This Legal Version Is 90% Off Ahead of Black Friday

StackSocial is offering Microsoft Windows 11 Pro at a price of .97, which is a 90% discount from the regular price of 9.00. This flash sale lasts for four days. Windows 11 Pro includes features such as Copilot, advanced security measures like BitLocker, Remote Desktop support, a modern interface with a centered Start menu, Snap Layouts, Windows Hello biometric authentication, and enhanced creative tools. The license allows activation on up to two devices and includes future updates.

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September 8, 2024

Great news for Chromebook users: one of Windows 11’s best features just landed in ChromeOS

ChromeOS 128 has been released, introducing features that enhance user experience, particularly for those familiar with Windows 11. Key updates include Snap Groups, which allows for better window management on smaller screens, and an upgraded Camera app with Optical Character Recognition (OCR) technology. The OCR feature enables users to interpret text from physical documents, search for specific words in images, and have documents read aloud, supporting 77 languages and functioning in both orientations. Users can enable this feature through the Settings menu under "Text detection in preview."

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September 7, 2024

Your Chromebook should now have one of Windows’ best features

Chromebooks are introducing Snap groups in ChromeOS M128, allowing users to organize app windows by snapping them to different sides of the screen and save these configurations. This feature provides a more organized workspace, similar to virtual workspaces in Microsoft Windows. Additionally, ChromeOS M128 includes optical character recognition (OCR) in the Camera app, enabling text extraction from images, supporting 77 languages, and detecting text in horizontal and vertical orientations. The OCR feature is disabled by default but can be activated in Settings. Other enhancements include simplified permission controls for microphones and cameras and a system to store performance metrics for one year.