[ad_1] The security hole exists in Microsoft’s Server Message block (SMB) protocol on recent 32- and 64-bit versions of Windows 10 both on the client and server sides. Researchers from Microsoft and elsewhere labeled it critical because the compromise of a single machine could compromise others on the same network. Microsoft said that there’s no […]
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Windows 10 gives users more control of what diagnostic data they share
[ad_1] Required data will include things like your IP address and the type and version of your device — data Microsoft needs to maintain and improve its products and services. Optional data will scrape less-critical info, like what pictures people are inserting into Word documents to provide better image options. If you’re a commercial customer […]
Windows 10 icons are getting an overdue redesign
[ad_1] This is arguably an overdue move. Microsoft hadn’t really touched Windows 10’s main icons since its debut in 2015, so they risked feeling old. There were also inconsistencies creeping in, especially once Office got its new look. This update drags Windows 10’s appearance into the modern era, and might just give you a more […]
Microsoft’s revamped Edge browser now runs on ARM-based Windows PCs
[ad_1] The new Edge (version 80) also supports Dolby Vision video playback and better handling for web apps in addition to the usual round of fixes and tweaks. It’ll roll out to Windows 10 users over the next few weeks, but we suspect you’ll want to grab it sooner if you’re using an ARM machine […]
Windows 10’s built-in search is down following possible Microsoft outage
[ad_1] Microsoft says it looked into and resolved an issue that was causing access and latency issues “with multiple Microsoft 365 services.” However, it appears some people are still experiencing issues. In either case, we’ve reached out to the company for additional context, and we’ll update this article when we hear back. People over on […]
Germany has to pay Microsoft for failing to upgrade from Windows 7
[ad_1] Microsoft offers extended security updates to enterprise and business clients, but at a hefty price — ZDNet reported that the company will charge $50 per machine during the first year of end-of-life support and that the price will increase after each additional year. When an organization has tens of thousands of computers, those fees […]
Microsoft ends support for Windows 7 today
[ad_1] So to make sure you’ve got adequate protection, you need to upgrade your OS. Back in 2015 Microsoft made upgrades from Windows 7 or Windows 8.1 free for the first year, but while it officially ended the Windows 10 free upgrade offer in December 2017 there is a loophole that means you can still […]
Apple commits to making new media apps for Windows
[ad_1] When Apple got rid of the iTunes app in macOS Catalina it was swiftly replaced with new dedicated apps for music, podcasts and TV. The iTunes for Windows app didn’t get the same treatment, with folks on Windows 10 having to rely on Apple TV+ and Apple Music via the web, which doesn’t really […]
Microsoft begins rolling out its Windows 10 November update
[ad_1] For a start, you’ll have to proactively seek out the update (Settings > Update & Security > Windows Update), and once installed you’ll find that most of the changes are taking place under the hood, designed to improve stability and performance. There are also a few feature improvements for developers and enterprise administrators. That […]
Microsoft’s new Edge logo erases bad memories of Internet Explorer
[ad_1] Now that Microsoft Edge has a new Chromium-powered engine, the company is ready to give the browser a fresh look to match. In the wake of an Easter egg hunt, the software giant has revealed a redesigned, ocean wave-inspired logo for Edge that bears precious little resemblance to the Internet Explorer-inspired icon of old. […]