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Windows 10 Creators Update is very close to be finalized. According to a new report from The Verge, Microsoft is now in the last stretch of development and planning to have a final version by the end of March, with a Windows 10 Creators Update release date in early April. Microsoft is expected to roll out a “release candidate” to testers as soon as next week. This is according to Windows Central which has also revealed that the Windows 10 Creators Update will release to the public on April 11, 2017....

Windows 10 will now protect your PC from Potentially Unwanted Apps starting August 2021. These apps are not malware, but they can slow performance and install other harmful apps. Microsoft says that Windows 10 devices will now be protected automatically from Potentially Unwanted Applications (PUA). On Windows 10, PUA is what defines low-reputation applications that are not considered malware, but they can significantly slow down your device, display unwanted advertisements, or software that can install other malicious programs....

Although Microsoft originally began the rollout of the Windows 10 version 2004 on May 27, 2020, due to a number of problems with the feature update, the company implemented a temporary compatibility block on devices that could encounter these known issues. One of these issues was errors or unexpected restarts for some computers using Always On, Always Connected network adapter, which also happens to be a feature on Surface Laptop 3 and Surface Pro 7....

So far, Windows 11 is shaping up to be an interesting push for Microsoft, though I can’t help but feel it’s taking a few hints from macOS along the way. Key Takeaways Windows 11 has leaked early, allowing users to install and check out an early developer version of the upcoming operating system.Microsoft plans to officially announce Windows 11 during its June 24 event, and the OS is expected to arrive sometime in the fall....

Ahead of the Windows Phone 8.1 update, Microsoft releases today the Xbox Video app for Windows Phone. The app, which is available for download now from the Windows Phone Store, offers the ability for users to buy and stream movies and TV shows from the video service. Furthermore, users can download content before watching, a really useful feature when traveling and there isn’t access to the internet or for those who have a cap on their internet service....

Windows Terminal is a terminal application from Microsoft. It only works with Windows 11 and Windows 10. You might already know about Command Prompt and PowerShell, two command-line utilities that come with most versions of Windows. Terminal is different for multiple reasons, but primarily because it’s a single program that provides developers with quick access to those tools and more. Windows Terminal Features Terminal looks pretty basic at first glance, but there are a handful of features that set it apart from other Windows command-line tools:...

GoW Ragnarok is undoubtedly one of the best games released in 2022 besides Elden Ring. 2018’s game director Cory Barlog also mentioned that he made the reboot’s combat based on FromSoftware’s Dark Souls. Also, the designers Anthony DiMento & Luis Sanchez said that ‘both level design and exploration’ was inspired by Bloodborne. So it’s no doubt there will be a ton of new quests and resources you can collect like in a souls game....

On 17 March 2016, WIRED published a piece demonstrating concerns that 79 of the top 100 websites do not use HTTPS. This would not have been a cause for concern if we weren’t living in the 21st century, a time when Wi-Fi networks are so ubiquitous you could literally triangulate your location within a city using them. This is an era where unprotected public networks are the norm in places like bars, hotel lobbies, and airports....

Where is Xur today in Destiny 2? Xur is an exotic gear merchant in Destiny 2 who changes his location every week. So here is his exact location and what latest item be brings today. You will find Xur in The Tower this week. He is somewhere in the lower region standing into a corner with some exotic items. It is not that tough to find if you can land on the right spot....

A new haptic feedback framework could bring better physical responses on Android devices, enabling more accessibility options for smartphone users. Key Takeaways Lofelt is making its new VTX haptic framework available to Android phone manufacturers in an attempt to create better industry-wide feedback.The new framework will allow manufacturers to provide stronger and more customizable tactile responses.Accessibility experts say the system could unlock new features vital for allowing people with disabilities to make the most of their devices....

There is a loophole that allows Windows 7 or Windows 8.1 users to obtain the free upgrade of Windows 10. If you recall, the free upgrade offer ended for customers on July 29th after a long year. However, as reported by ZDNet, Windows 10 still activates with a Windows 7 or 8.1 product key, regardless if you have previously upgraded to the operating system before the free offer deadline. The only thing you have to do is to begin the installation of Windows 10, when prompted simply enter your genuine product key, and Windows 10 will activate....

A new bug is causing problems with Remote Desktop on Windows 11 22H2. Microsoft has yet to confirm the problem officially. The bug prevents PCs from connecting, random disconnecting, or freezing. Affected users can disable the UDP protocol to mitigate the issue or roll back to version 21H2. Windows 11 22H2 (2022 Update) appears to have problems with Remote Desktop connections. After upgrading to version 22H2, a small number of users have been reporting on the Microsoft forums (via Bleeping Computer) that their devices won’t connect, randomly disconnect, or freeze when using the Remote Desktop feature....

Windows Defender Security Center No additional cost Tons of security features rare with free solutions Strong parental controls for peace of mind Frequent updating of virus definitions Low overhead when scanning Basic features are easy to use Even checks for known vulnerabilities Spyware scans only in Windows 7, Vista, and XP Has high false-positive tendencies Full scans take several hours to complete Only for Windows-based operating systems SmartScreen only available for Microsoft Edge...

Android apps will run better on Windows 11 with the November update. The update improves audio recording, authentication, camera, and input. It also brings support for MPEG2 decoding and Chromium version 106. Microsoft is rolling out a new update (version 2210.40000.7.0) for its Windows Subsystem for Android (WSA) on Windows 11. The update is available through the Windows Insider Program (Dev and Beta Channels) and includes several fixes and changes to help improve Android apps on Windows 11....

Windows Terminal version 1.6 is now ready for download. The new version of the app for Windows 10 is available as a preview, and it includes several improvements and new features. According to Microsoft’s announcement, version 1.6 for the Terminal ships with the first preview of the settings interface to customize virtually every aspect of the app and the available consoles. For example, you can customize the startup behavior, interaction, appearance, rendering, and you can change color schemes without the need to mess with the “settings....

Electronics company Withings has revealed its new hybrid smart device that combines the look of a luxury diver watch with health monitoring technology. The ScanWatch Horizon shares many of the same features that other fitness bands have, including an ECG, sleep tracking score, and smart notifications displaying on the watch face. What’s different about it, however, is its design allows for unique features like the bezel acting as a heart monitor....

What do you get when you put a stable operating system, an innovative desktop manager and plenty of eye candies together? You get nothing short of a beautiful and functional OS. Elive is a Debian-based Linux distro, customized with Enlightenment e17 desktop manager. It is designed with the aim of providing a stable, fully functional and beautiful operating system that can run with minimal hardware requirement. The current stable version is based on Debian-etch while the version that is under development is based on the recently released Lenny....

ZMI PowerPack 20000 Sleek, compact size Good capacity, long-lasting power Great for laptops, phones, more Doubles as USB hub Excellent value No AC power port If you need high-capacity USB-C charging at a great price, it’s hard to think of a better option than the ZMI PowerPack 20000. Design Setup Process Charging Speed and Battery Price Competition Final Verdict Specs We purchased the ZMI PowerPack 20000 so our expert reviewer could thoroughly test and assess it....

The master partition table (MPT) is a component of the master boot record/sector that contains a description of the partitions on the hard disk drive, like their types and sizes. The master partition table accompanies the disk signature and master boot code to form the master boot record. Due to the size (64 bytes) of the MPT, a maximum of four partitions (16 bytes each) may be defined on a hard drive....

Windows Sonic for Headphones is Microsoft’s take on spatial sound, attempting to create a surround sound experience for everyone, even with ordinary stereo headphones. What Is Windows Sonic? Windows Sonic was added to Windows 10 in 2017 as part of an update, and was quickly rolled out in an update for Xbox One owners, too. While there’s always the option to also use Dolby Atmos headphones for a surround sound experience (with pros and cons to both), there are many reasons to stick with sonic audio through Windows Sonic for Headphones....