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Windows 95's self-healing tricks saved Microsoft's retro OS from rogue installations — A "fix it after they break it" strategy

Windows 95 had a clever safeguard against sloppy installers that few would have known about.

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Baldur's Gate 3 director weighs in on cheaper Xbox Game Pass tiers Microsoft is considering — "I don't think race to the bottom needs a renaissance"

As Microsoft's new Xbox CEO considers making Xbox Game Pass more affordable with "lower-priced tiers," one executive dev says he thinks that's a bad idea.

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The “Avengers” of Windows app development are assembling to fix Windows 11

Legendary developer Rudy Huyn is picking a new team to improve the Windows 11 app experience.

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STALKER 2 just got a big Xbox feature ahead of its new Cost of Hope DLC — new details about the expansion have me excited to return to The Zone

Ahead of STALKER 2's newly announced Cost of Hope DLC expansion coming out this summer, the game now fully supports Xbox Play Anywhere on Xbox and PC.

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Qualcomm-based PC sales have "experienced explosive growth," according to a new report — and the platform could save a struggling entry-level PC gaming market

In the future, ARM-based PCs could save the day for entry-level and mid-range PC gamers. I'm not sure I believe it, but that's exactly what this recent analyst report suggests.

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OpenAI Sora dead, new funding "Ponzi scheme" ... is the end of OpenAI nigh, and will Microsoft end up picking up the pieces?

OpenAI looks increasingly chaotic, as it shutters various projects and restructures in ongoing, increasingly fruitless-looking attempts to become profitable.

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The Expanse: Osiris Reborn's new trailer reveals gameplay, release date, and best test — it's also confirmed for Xbox Game Pass and Xbox Play Anywhere

One of the biggest highlights of the March 2026 Xbox Partner Preview event was the trailer for The Expanse: Osiris Reborn, as it showcased its gameplay along with dates for its upcoming full release and Xbox Series X|S beta test.

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Wuthering Waves has been confirmed for Xbox and Xbox Game Pass — this popular Genshin Impact-like action-RPG will also be an Xbox Play Anywhere title

During the March 2026 Xbox Partner Showcase, the popular free-to-play action RPG, Wuthering Waves, made an appearance to announce that it's coming to Xbox with benefits exclusive to Xbox Game Pass Members.

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Everything announced at the Xbox Partner Preview March 2026 — SEGA, Xbox Game Pass, Xbox Play Anywhere, and more

Another Xbox Partner Preview showcase has come, giving us a closer look at new Xbox and PC games and updates coming from Microsoft's game dev partners.

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Right now is a terrible time to buy a Microsoft Surface — here's why

Microsoft’s current Surface lineup is caught between aging 2024 internals and the disruptive $599 MacBook Neo. If you want the best value, you have to wait for the Spring refresh.

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Hands-on with the new Windows 11 Feedback Hub: What actually changed

Microsoft updates Feedback Hub on Windows 11 with a new UI, streamlined feedback tools, and improved transparency for users and Insiders.

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Microsoft provides much needed update on Windows 11's dark mode in refreshing moment of transparency

Microsoft's head of design and research for Windows has provided an update on the progress of Windows 11's incomplete dark mode, confirming that tooling is being put in place to make dark mode more consistent across the OS.

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AMD's Ryzen 9 9950X3D2 Dual Edition chip is official — 208MB of cache, 200W TDP, and a huge boost to gaming and productivity performance

AMD has just revealed a new Ryzen 9 9950X3D2 Dual Edition desktop CPU with 208MB of total cache, making it the new most powerful chip for gaming and productivity in Team Red's arsenal.

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Samsung Browser finally launches on Windows — a dark horse pick for your next browser

Samsung Browser is now available for Windows. It connects your mobile and PC browsing with several features and integrates a new AI tool powered by Perplexity.

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The $30 Xbox Game Pass problem could be fixed without dropping the price

Subscription fatigue is real, and at $360 a year, Game Pass Ultimate is a major culprit. However, the grapevine suggests a major shake-up is coming under new leadership. If Xbox wants my $30, they need to stop giving me what they want to sell and start giving me what I…

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Can Apple threaten Microsoft’s grip on the business-centric enterprise sector? Macs become 6‑year investments, boasting fewer crashes and instabilities than Windows PCs

A new report reveals that Macs might be considered more of an asset investment, with a 6-year lifespan compared to Windows PCs' 3-year lifespan.

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Microsoft’s leadership exodus deepens as diversity chief departs — is the company’s “AI-powered transformation” to blame?

An internal memo reveals Microsoft’s HR restructure with new leaders, departures, and AI priorities reshaping employee experience.

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Xbox is getting one of the best Steam games from 2024 — and it's free

One of my favorite games from 2024 is getting a console release, and I can't wait to jump back in from my bedroom setup!

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Here are the Forza Horizon 6 PC, Steam Deck, and ROG Ally full system requirements

Playground has released the recommended hardware needed to power Forza Horizon 6, and it's not as bad as you'd think.

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Everything you need to know about Windows 11's new customizable Taskbar — resizable and movable options from Windows 10 coming soon

Movable and resizable Taskbar is confirmed to be making its way to Windows 11 this year. Here's everything you need to know about how it will work!

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Intel's impressive Core Ultra 5 250KF Plus is now available in limited quantities — Don't miss an "incredible deal for content creators who moonlight as gamers"

Intel's eagerly anticipated Core Ultra 250KF Plus desktop CPU, the most affordable of the bunch, is now available to buy in limited quantities. It's a perfect option for value-conscious gamers and creators, and I don't expect stock to last long.

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Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 director sticks up for NVIDIA's DLSS 5 AI tech, says "This is just a little uncanny beginning" — "No way haters will stop this"

NVIDIA's upcoming DLSS 5 AI tech has been widely criticized by game players and devs alike, but KCD2 director Daniel Vávra believes it has a bright future.

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Microsoft's GitHub is going to start using Copilot interactions to train AI models and it's starting soon

GitHub Copilot already ruffled feathers when it first arrived given what it was trained on. Now it's going to use your interactions with it to further train the models.

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Epic Games CEO Tim Sweeney says 1,000 devs laid off over Fortnite slump are "once-in-a-lifetime quality folks" — asserts the cuts weren't performance-based

After Epic Games laid off 1,000 of its employees over poor Fortnite performance, CEO Tim Sweeney was singing their praises on social media.

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Microsoft says it’s listening to Windows 11 feedback, but skepticism is louder than ever

Microsoft pledges to fix Windows 11, but users remain skeptical. Performance promises face a growing trust problem across the community.

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