Project Volterra, Microsoft's Arm system for developers, is now Windows Dev Kit 2023
Redmond's latest effort in the Arm ecosystem comes full of ports and RAM
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Google announces official end-of-support date for Chrome on Windows 7
Around 10% of Windows systems still use Win 7
Microsoft is testing its own CCleaner alternative
New PC Manager app helps clean up files, but also pushes Edge
Microsoft reportedly planning Xbox mobile game store
The big picture: As UK regulators continue scrutinizing Microsoft's historic acquisition of Activision Blizzard, Microsoft revealed plans to build a mobile game store with Activision's franchises as flagships. Even with those iconic IPs, taking on Google and Apple is a herculean task.
Microsoft lays off under 1,000 employees across multiple divisions
The faltering economy prompted Microsoft's "structural adjustments"
Microsoft Defender is lacking in offline detection capabilities, says AV-Comparatives
Windows' built-in antivirus shines when using the cloud, doesn't without it
Microsoft extends brute-force attack protections to local Windows accounts
All Windows versions will be better protected against recurring login attempts
DirectStorage 1.1 uses GPUs to optimize decompression performance and lower game load times
Freeing up CPU cycles for other jobs
0patch offers two more years of updates for Windows 7 and Windows Server 2008 R2
Forward-looking: Windows 7 will exit extended support very soon, but "micropatches" offered by 0patch are ready to take Microsoft's place in keeping the old operating systems safe and sound against Internet threats. At least for the most dangerous flaws discovered in modern Windows versions.
Microsoft is rebranding Office, rolling apps into Microsoft 365
A major brand overhaul after more than 30 years
Army tester warns that Microsoft Hololens-based AR goggles could get soldiers killed
More controversy for the $22 billion deal
A hot potato: The Hololens-based AR goggles Microsoft provides to the US Army as part of a contract worth up to $22 billion have come in for more criticism after a user said they could endanger soldiers. "The devices would have gotten us killed," said the tester.
Microsoft's adaptive accessories arrive on October 25
Prices range from $40 to $60
Microsoft unveils updated Surface Studio 2+ with RTX 3060 graphics
Starting at $4,299
In context: Microsoft Surface Studio lineup of all-in-one PCs is likely aimed at enterprise customers, where the high price point and relative lack of upgradability aren't such sore points. Even so, it would've been nice to see a current-gen CPU in a machine that costs this much.
Microsoft fixes two zero-day flaws in October 2022 Patch Tuesday
TL;DR: Microsoft released a new series of patches designed to fix bugs in Windows and other popular software products. The most significant updates remedy a couple of zero-day flaws, but the two Exchange bugs discovered in recent weeks are still a danger for mail servers worldwide.
Microsoft debuts Surface Laptop 5 in 13.5-inch and 15-inch sizes
A modest update for the Surface Laptop
Report claims almost half of systems are ineligible for Windows 11 upgrades
CPU requirements are holding many systems back
Xbox boss reveals prototype of 'Keystone' Game Pass streaming device
Phil Spencer probably did it intentionally
Windows 11 22H2 update includes enhanced phishing protection
How to activate it on private systems and professional networks
Top 10 Hacks for Microsoft Excel
Millions use Excel to handle all kinds of office and productivity tasks, so here are some of the top 10 shortcuts, tips, and hacks that will help you on your way to becoming an Excel pro.
Microsoft releases guide to optimize Windows 11 gaming performance
Putting yourself at risk simply for more frames
Microsoft Exchange under 0-day attack, hundreds of thousands of servers at risk
Two novel 0-day flaws are being targeted by Chinese hackers, Microsoft is working on a patch
Latest Nvidia GeForce Experience update fixes Windows 11 22H2 game performance issues
And adds support for RTX 4000 cards
Productivity theater: bosses believe workers are less productive at home, according to Microsoft survey
Are you being dragged back to the office?