The latest stable release of Microsoft Edge has finally received a feature that allows the user to display two web pages side by side within a single tab. Formerly, to achieve a similar layout, users had to move the desired tab to a different window, then use Windows tools to align the two windows side by side. This keeps sidebars, vertical tabs, toolbars and other UI elements visible in each of the windows. They take up significant screen space. The new feature solves that issue.
Author: Sergey Tkachenko
Is the decline in Windows 11 among Steam users real or just a statistical distortion?
Based on the latest statistics from Steam, as of March 2023, there has been a 10.97% rise in the usage of Windows 10 and a 10.35% decline in the usage of Windows 11. The statistics comprise data on frequently used operating systems, processors, video cards, and other hardware-related information. However, the reliability of these statistics is questionable since they rely on voluntary participation in the survey by users.
Windows 11 Builds 22624.1537(Beta) adds Explorer key hints, Live Kernel dumps, CABC, and more
Microsoft today released two new builds to Insiders running Windows 11 version 22H2. Builds 22621.1537 and 22624.1537 come as a cumulative update KB5022910 exclusively for the members of the Windows Insider Program on the Beta channel.
How to enable three-column Widgets and new Windows Update in Windows 11 Build 23424 (Dev)
Windows Insider builds are pre-release versions of the OS that allow users to test out upcoming features and changes to the operating system before they are released to the general public. These builds often contain hidden features that are not yet visible or accessible to regular users. Those include features in a gradual roll-out, and work-in progress features. Here are the hidden gems that Windows 11 Build 23424 includes.
Microsoft Edge now allows grouping similar tabs with two clicks
Microsoft is testing an improvement for tab management that allows you to quickly create a group from 'similar tabs'. It is gradually rolling out to Canary users. As of the time of this writing, it operates the tab title for grouping criteria.
Microsoft Store now comes with an updated UI when buying and evaluating apps
Microsoft Store has received an update that includes a refreshed user interface. It aims to enhance the user experience when purchasing and evaluating applications. It also allows installing free apps and games from search results.
Windows 11 Build 25330 (Canary) now opens Snipping Tool when you press PrintScreen
In addition to the Dev channel update, Microsoft today released Windows 11 Build 25330 to Windows Insiders in the Canary channel. It is notable for an updated device page in Settings, PrintScreen that now acts as a global hotkey for the Snipping Tool, and also includes improvements made to Windows Sandbox, RDP, and BitLocker. Also, you can now uninstall the Camera app if necessary.
Windows 11 Build 23424 (Dev) adds Adaptive content brightness control, updates Widgets, and more
Microsoft has released a new preview version, Windows 11 Build 23424, to Windows Insider program participants who are using the Dev channel. The release brings with it three-column widgets, Adaptive content brightness control, the option to automatically install preview updates, and several fixes.
How to disable User Folder Backup to OneDrive
The automatic user folder backup in OneDrve is one the things many would like to disable, as it silently moves your files in desktop, documents, pictures, and other folders to the cloud. It is very annoying to find one day that your files are no longer in their place, and you need an Internet connection to access them.
Firefox will support Windows 7 and 8.1 until 2024 via the ESR channel
Mozilla is about support for Firefox on Windows 7 and Windows 8.1 until at least Q3 of 2024. This will ensure that users of these operating systems can continue to benefit from security updates and bug fixes for Firefox, which are essential for maintaining security and functionality.
