Microsoft News

Friday, May 8, 2026

• Windows rivals to MacBook Neo are arriving - but can you handle their shortcomings?
  Budget PCs have a ways to go if they really want to compete with the MacBook Neo. But Chromebooks could have a leg up.
  

Wednesday, May 6, 2026

• Why Edge stores your passwords in plaintext, according to Microsoft
  The behavior is by design, says Microsoft. But is this still a security risk?
  

Tuesday, May 5, 2026

• These 5 critical Windows Defender settings are off by default - turn them on ASAP
  Windows Defender has several security settings, including some you need to switch on to get the utmost protection. Here's why.
  

Thursday, April 30, 2026

• Windows changes are coming: Here's how to get a sneak peek at what's next
  Microsoft is finally making its Windows Insider Program less complicated. Here's everything that's being fixed - and what you have to do to see the changes for yourself.
  

Tuesday, April 28, 2026

• Microsoft finally open sources DOS 1.0 - and it's so much more than the code
  Want a blast from the past? Microsoft just open-sourced its very first operating system, offering a rare insight into the PC's earliest days.
  
• 77% of IT managers say their AI agents are out of control - 5 ways to rein in yours
  The unchecked proliferation of AI agents is leading to a large volume of unsanctioned AI applications.
  

Thursday, April 16, 2026

• MacBook Neo vs. Surface: Why spiraling RAM prices are bruising Microsoft's PC business but not Apple's
  High memory and storage prices are crushing the market, and Microsoft's Surface is suffering the most. So why is Apple's newest MacBook immune?
  

Wednesday, April 15, 2026

• Microsoft's latest Windows update now confirms if your PC is Secure Boot-protected - how it works
  Beyond fixing a host of security vulnerabilities, the latest Patch Tuesday will display your Secure Boot status to make sure you're fully protected.
  

Sunday, April 12, 2026

• Here's my favorite email trick for cleaning up inbox clutter - automatically
  Is your inbox overflowing with ads, newsletters, and social media updates? This one feature that's built into most email solutions will fix that for you.
  

Wednesday, April 8, 2026

• The best Windows laptops of 2026: Expert tested and reviewed
  We've gone hands-on with dozens of Windows laptops, evaluating their performance, portability, and value. Here are our top picks.
  

Tuesday, April 7, 2026

• Apple, Google, and Microsoft join Anthropic's Project Glasswing to defend world's most critical software
  Is this AI's Manhattan Project? 12 tech rivals are banding together and using Anthropic's unreleased Mythos model to find thousands of vulnerabilities before adversaries do.
  

Monday, April 6, 2026

• Why Microsoft is forcing Windows 11 25H2 update on all eligible PCs
  With support ending for Windows 11 24H2 in October, Microsoft wants all PCs on the same version for security reasons - but you can postpone the update. Here's how.
  

Thursday, April 2, 2026

• New out-of-band Windows 11 update fixes March's installation errors - how to get it
  Windows 11 users who tried to install March's broken preview update will want to grab the new replacement.
  

Wednesday, April 1, 2026

• Microsoft account vs. local account: How to choose and set up your pick in Windows 11
  The Windows 11 setup program really, really wants you to use a Microsoft account instead of a local account. Here's everything you need to know about your options.
  

Tuesday, March 24, 2026

• Microsoft may finally remove its frustrating Windows 11 setup requirement
  A Microsoft VP just hinted at a change Windows 11 users have wanted for years.
  

Sunday, March 22, 2026

• If Microsoft wants Windows 12 to succeed, it can't let history repeat itself - let me explain
  Commentary: Hate Windows 11? Then you probably won't like what's coming next. Here's everything I expect as someone who's covered Windows for decades.
  

Friday, March 20, 2026

• Microsoft announces sweeping Windows changes - but no apologies
  Microsoft's Windows boss just sent out a long non-apology to frustrated Windows 11 users, promising big changes. Here's a translation of what you can really expect.
  

Sunday, March 15, 2026

• Microsoft was right about the future of PCs - it just took the MacBook Neo to prove it
  The success of Apple's budget laptop has a lot to do with Microsoft's Surface RT failure 14 years ago. Here's how they're connected.
  

Wednesday, March 11, 2026

• After using MacBook Neo, it's clear Windows needs to rethink its PC strategy (and fast)
  Apple's new $599 laptop will force Windows PCs and Chromebooks to respond in turn. That's a good thing.
  

Tuesday, March 10, 2026

• Enterprise AI agents are multiplying fast, and Microsoft wants full control of them
  Microsoft has introduced a centralized dashboard to help IT teams monitor AI agents' visibility, permissions, and security risks.
  

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