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9 Default Settings in Windows 11 You Didn't Know Could Affect Performance and Privacy

On Windows 11, the system sets a lot of settings and features to their defaults, and in this guide, I'll show you nine of those that usually go unnoticed by most regular users.

Windows Central · Aug 8, 2025

Two revolutionary 90s shooters shadow dropped on Xbox, Xbox Game Pass, and PC — Complete with enhanced performances, online multiplayer crossplay, and more

Bethesda has just shadow-dropped Heretic+Hexen onto Xbox, Xbox Game Pass and PC. This game is a remastered compilation of the cult classic Heretic and Hexen games with upgraded framerates, online and local multiplayer support, quality-of-life implementations, and more.

Windows Central · Aug 7, 2025

Microsoft's Gaming Copilot AI is now in Windows 11's Game Bar - and I can't decide whether this is a good or bad thing

Microsoft's Gaming Copilot is now in Windows 11's Game Bar - and it looks nifty, but I'm worried about the AI on handhelds.

TechRadar · Aug 7, 2025

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Microsoft Just Made Windows 10's $30 Extended Support Program an Even Better Deal — But You Need a Microsoft Account to Pay For It

Microsoft has confirmed that enrolling a Windows 10 PC into the Extended Security Updates program by paying $30 still requires a Microsoft Account, but that one ESU license covers up to 10 devices.

Windows Central · Aug 7, 2025

Microsoft finally fixes one frustrating Windows 11 pop-up – just as a more irritating one arrives to take its place

Microsoft just minimized the annoyance with one Windows 11 nag – then put in a much worse one.

TechRadar · Aug 7, 2025

Like Battlefield 6, Call of Duty Has Announced the Roll Out of New Anti-cheat Protections Utilizing TPM 2.0 and Secure Boot in Preparation for Black Ops 7

Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 Season 5 launches on August 7, and the RICOCHET anti-cheat team has announced new hardware-level protections in anticipation of Black Ops 7's launch later this year.

Windows Central · Aug 6, 2025

Kiss goodbye to your keyboard and mouse, in Microsoft's vision for the Windows OS in 2030 they'll both 'feel as alien as it does for Gen Z to use DOS'

And it's all thanks to, yup you guessed it, AI.

PC Gamer · Aug 6, 2025

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Battlefield 6 Secure Boot not enabled? Here's how to prep your PC for launch.

I'm seeing a lot of PC players concerned over Battlefield 6's Secure Boot requirement, so I put together this step-by-step guide on how to get everything set up properly.

Windows Central · Aug 6, 2025

Microsoft's Will Open Source Windows 11's Native UI Framework — Here's What to Expect

The company has confirmed that WinUI 3 is on the path to become open-source, but that there's lots of work to be done first before that can happen.

Windows Central · Aug 6, 2025

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Tom’s Guide · Aug 6, 2025

Microsoft Engineer Unveils Mystery Behind Windows' Blank Shutdown Blocker

Microsoft veteran Raymond Chen recently revealed the whole concept behind the secretive window with no name blocking Windows shutdown in his ongoing Old New Thing series.

Windows Central · Aug 6, 2025

Microsoft pledges it will make WinUI "truly open source" - but don't hold your breath

Microsoft wants to make WinUI open source, but there are some major hurdles in the way first including its tie to Windows code.

TechRadar · Aug 6, 2025

The Asus Zenbook S 16 is built from a mysterious new material - but does this space-age laptop live up to the hype?

Asus and AMD team up to knock it out of the park with the new Zenbook S 16, boasting a powerful Ryzen AI processor and fantastic design - I just wish the battery was a little better.

TechRadar · Aug 6, 2025

Microsoft teases the future of Windows: 'The computer will be able to see what we see, hear what we hear, and we can talk to it'

Windows in 2030 will be about sophisticated AI and voice commands according to a Microsoft executive's prediction.

TechRadar · Aug 6, 2025

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TechRadar · Aug 5, 2025

Windows XP Crocs are so real, we just can't stand it – but we love the Clippy Jibbitz

Yep, the Windows XP Crocs are real – dubbed the Microsoft 50th Exclusive Crocs, these take the iconic wallpaper as the main design, come with six Jibbitz, and a matching carrying tote.

Windows Central · Aug 5, 2025

Xbox Game Pass Gets an Assassin's Creed Game and More in August — While this Awesome Co-op Title Returns to the Service

More games are headed to Xbox Game Pass soon, including Assassin's Creed Mirage and the return of Aliens: Fireteam Elite.

TechRadar · Aug 5, 2025

Confused about why you can't upgrade to Windows 11? Microsoft has some new advice that might help... including a trick I wasn't aware of

Preparing for your upgrade to Windows 11? Microsoft has some new advice that could be very handy.

Windows Central · Aug 5, 2025

Ollama's new app makes using local AI LLMs on your Windows 11 PC a breeze — no more need to chat in the terminal

Ollama is already one of the best ways to run local LLMs on your PC, but with the release of a new GUI app for the tool, it's easier than ever.

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TechRadar · Aug 5, 2025

Windows 11's taskbar could be next for an AI overhaul – but I just don't see the point

Windows 11's taskbar could be infused with AI – but do we really need more AI agents in the OS?

Windows Central · Aug 5, 2025

Unlock the Power of Em Dashes — Here’s How to Type Them on Windows 11

Ever wondered why em dashes are suddenly everywhere? AI loves them — here’s why and how to use one on Windows 11.

Windows Central · Aug 5, 2025

Microsoft's 'Windows 2030 Vision' Teases a Radical Shift to AI-Powered User Interfaces

The company has teased multiple times that the future of Windows will be one where the OS is agentic, capable of handling entire workflows on your behalf, just by asking for it.

Windows Central · Aug 5, 2025

Microsoft CVP thinks we'll be ditching mice and keyboards in a future version of Windows in favor of AI chats — "The world of mousing around and typing will feel as alien as it does to Gen-Z to use MS-DOS."

What might Windows 12 or even Windows 13 look like? Microsoft CVP David Weston has some ideas, and they strongly revolve around AI.

Tom’s Guide · Aug 5, 2025

Still stuck on Windows 10? Microsoft reveals the reasons why you can’t upgrade to Windows 11, and how to fix them

Microsoft has just made it easier for Windows 10 users to find out why they can't upgrade to Windows 11, and how to fix them.

Tom’s Guide · Aug 5, 2025

I was the A/V nerd on campus — here’s why creative students should pick the MacBook Pro

As a former college A/V nerd, I explain why the MacBook Pro is still the best laptop for creative students in fields like film, design, and music.

Windows Central · Aug 4, 2025

New Xbox games launching this week, from August 4 through August 10 — Mafia: The Old Country launches at $50

Mafia: The Old Country leads the pack for new Xbox games launching this week, from August 4 through August 10, 2025.

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