Microsoft is now preparing to release two large releases of Windows at once – a fundamentally new Windows 10X and the autumn update of Windows 10 21H2 with a redesigned design. Windows 10X for Dual Screen Devices Renowned network spokesperson WalkingCat said that “a brand new Windows” will debut next month. Windows 10X is best […]
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New useful feature of Microsoft Word: transform a text document into a PowerPoint presentation in one click
According to the source, a very useful function has appeared in the Microsoft Word text editor that allows you to convert text documents into PowerPoint presentations in literally one click. It’s still in beta for Office 365. The function can be used in the Transform menu of the web-version of Microsoft Word. After that, the […]
Full support for Android apps in Windows 10 may appear later this year
After Microsoft canceled the so-called Astoria project, the company began to look for other options for implementing support for Android applications in Windows 10. Microsoft moved farthest in this regard with Samsung – but “streaming” of programs launched on a smartphone through “My Phone” looks like at best, only a half measure. Therefore, the company […]
The latest version of Windows 10 is already installed on every fifth PC
AdDuplex has published the results of a recent study of the prevalence of different versions of the Windows 10 operating system. As of the end of February, the most recent major Windows 10 update (October update labeled 20H2) gained 13.6% share, however, it could not overtake Windows 10 1909 fall 2019 update from 26.8% and […]
FPS Boost for new Xbox may lower resolutions in games
A week ago, Microsoft re-introduced FPS Boost technology for the next generation of Xbox game consoles. Recall that the technology allows you to increase the frame rate in older games. In some, up to 60 fps, and in some up to 120 fps. However, there are only a few such games so far, and these […]
Canada teams up with Australia to get Facebook and Google to compensate publishers
Canada joins Canada’s position vis-à-vis the digital giants for companies such as Google and Facebook to remunerate the journalistic work of the media. “The prime ministers have mentioned the growing cooperation between Canada and Australia in the regulation of online platforms. They have agreed to continue coordinating efforts to address the damage online and ensure […]
Following the soaring Start menu, other Windows 10 elements take off
Microsoft continues to work under a “grand” re-launch of Windows 10’s design and interface. Last week, we were able to see a “floating” Start menu and search box in a new design with rounded corners. Following the example of Windows 10X, in the standard version of Windows 10, the Start menu will also visually separate […]
Microsoft will begin to delay letters from users of branded email
Microsoft announced stricter policies for users of the Exchange Online email service typically used by Outlook. Under current regulations, the company enforces send and receive restrictions to combat spam and malware that creates mass mailings. Receive limits apply to the number of messages per hour that a user, group, or public folder receives. They are […]
Microsoft has cut long-term support for Windows 10 in half – from ten to five years
Microsoft has changed the Windows 10 Enterprise Terms of Service for Windows 10 Enterprise with Long Term Servicing Channel (LTSC) support. Starting with the release of Windows 10 21H2 this fall, Windows 10 Enterprise LTSC will only be supported for five years. For comparison, the current support period for such versions is ten years. Previously, […]
Flagship smartphone discounted at $ 1,100. Unique Microsoft Surface Duo can be purchased for $ 300
The Microsoft Surface Duo smartphone surprised me a lot during its announcement last August. And not so much a form factor or capabilities as a price. Recall that for a device based on SoC Snapdragon 855 with a small battery, no stereo speakers, NFC and with 6 GB of RAM, Microsoft asked $ 1,400. However, […]
