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Windows 11 Notepad app appears to be getting browser-style tabs

Following in the footsteps of File Explorer

By Rob Thubron , December 26, 2022, 9:25 AM 8 comments

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Microsoft fixes Windows 11 22H2 gaming performance issues, restarts rollout

The update should reappear in Windows Update over the next few days

By Daniel Sims , December 17, 2022, 7:16 AM 23 comments

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Windows 11's snipping tool to receive screen recording function

Now available to Windows dev channel insiders

By Daniel Sims , December 9, 2022, 5:42 PM

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Microsoft releases fix for game performance issues caused by Windows 11 22H2 update

The optional KB5020044 preview cumulative update is available now

By Rob Thubron , November 30, 2022, 6:58 AM

Mastering Multiple Monitors in Windows

FEATURE By Nick Evanson, November 30, 2022, 6:08 AM TechnicalSides Electronics

Using additional monitors is a great way to help improve your productivity when using your computer. Here's our simple guide to setting up multi-monitor displays in Windows.

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Microsoft confirms Windows 11 22H2 update is killing game performance, pauses rollout for affected devices

The company is working on a fix

By Rob Thubron , November 14, 2022, 5:17 AM 23 comments

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Windows 11 Insider preview gives Task Manager a search function

Search for processes based on binary name, PID, and publisher name

By Daniel Sims , November 10, 2022, 5:28 PM 12 comments

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Microsoft is testing new ads in Windows 11

Ads, or "certain actions that need to be taken"?

Facepalm: If there's one thing Windows 11 could use, it's ads appearing in the operating system—said no one other than Microsoft. The Redmond firm appears to be testing a feature in preview builds that shows ads for its services in the flyout menu, where users can sign out or lock the system.

Full story By Rob Thubron , November 9, 2022, 8:15 AM 47 comments

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Microsoft releases DirectStorage 1.1 to developers

Microsoft brings GPU decompression to developers

By Daniel Sims , November 8, 2022, 4:46 PM

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October survey puts Windows 11 adoption at just 15 percent worldwide

The big picture: Over a year after its launch, Windows 11 is still nowhere near establishing dominance over Windows 10 among PC users. Various surveys show differing adoption rates for Windows 11, but all of them say most users haven't upgraded from 10.

Full story By Daniel Sims , November 2, 2022, 6:36 PM 33 comments

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More Android connectivity features headed to Windows 11

Microsoft is working on file transfer, picture-in-picture, Android 13 support, and more

By Daniel Sims , October 26, 2022, 3:53 PM

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VirtualBox hits 7.0 with improved Windows 11 support

Oracle has released VirtualBox 7 with support for SecureBoot and TPM 1.2 / TPM 2.0 for improved Windows 11 performance. The latest version now lets you fully encrypt all virtual machines.

By Ivan Franco , October 11, 2022, 1:31 PM

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Report claims almost half of systems are ineligible for Windows 11 upgrades

CPU requirements are holding many systems back

By Daniel Sims , October 11, 2022, 6:58 AM 42 comments

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Windows 11 22H2 update includes enhanced phishing protection

How to activate it on private systems and professional networks

By Daniel Sims , October 10, 2022, 4:24 PM

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Microsoft releases guide to optimize Windows 11 gaming performance

Putting yourself at risk simply for more frames

By Matt Frusher , October 7, 2022, 3:25 PM 11 comments

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Latest Nvidia GeForce Experience update fixes Windows 11 22H2 game performance issues

And adds support for RTX 4000 cards

By Rob Thubron , September 26, 2022, 7:31 AM 21 comments

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The Windows 11 22H2 update is killing Nvidia gaming performance, causing BSOD for some users

It wouldn't be a Windows update without unexpected issues

By Rob Thubron , September 23, 2022, 11:16 AM 57 comments

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Microsoft rolls out Windows 11 22H2 update with new Start menu, gaming, and security features

In a nutshell: Microsoft has started rolling out the Windows 11 2022 update, also known as the 22H2 update, in over 190 countries. It introduces several upgrades and new features to the company's most recent operating system, including an updated Start menu, better search, and a revamped File Explorer. Microsoft is also adding improved security and gaming-focused tools to the OS.

Full story By Rob Thubron , September 21, 2022, 5:20 AM 9 comments

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Windows 11's first 'Moment' upgrade may come in October

A new way to add more features to Windows

By Matt Frusher , September 7, 2022, 10:22 AM 11 comments

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Security researchers successfully hijack Windows 11's Power Automate tool

A tool that helps users could also help hackers

By Daniel Sims , September 3, 2022, 11:16 AM

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Windows 11 22H2 feature update could arrive as soon as September 20

A redesigned Task Manager, Start Menu changes, touch improvements, and more

By Humza Aamir , August 17, 2022, 9:15 AM

How to Boot to BIOS in Windows 11

FEATURE By Humphrey Menge, August 12, 2022, 6:12 AM TechnicalSides Software

The Windows 11 POST process happens quickly for improved startup times, leaving little room to hit the designated setup key and access the BIOS menu. Here's how to boot to BIOS in Windows 11.