The Windows 11 generic keys are technically default keys that allows you to install the OS without activation. They don't provide you with a licensed copy, but are great for testing new builds. If Windows 11 refuses to install without a product key, or installs a wrong edition, you can specify the appropriate generic key.
Author: Sergey Tkachenko
Edge has got page thumbnail navigation for PDF files, and new UI effects
One more improvements has landed in the built-in PDF reader in Microsoft Edge. It now shows a pane on the left with page thumbnails for the open document. You can use it for quick navgation.
PowerToys 0.53.3 fixes a few issues in PowerRun
Without a fanfare, Microsoft has updated PowerToys to version 0.53.3. This minor release is intended to resolve a few regressions and bugs in the included tools.
Windows 11 Build 22533 finally includes new volume flyout and more
Microsoft today released Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 22533 to the Dev Channel. It is already to Windows Insiders, and brings a ton of long awaited features. A redesigned volume slider that appears no laptops when you press hotkeys is among them. Also, there are official ISOs if you want to clean install this build.
Surface Pro 8 LTE and Surface Go 3 LTE, including Black Matte, are now available
Microsoft has started selling its two long awaited devices. You can now buy Surface Go 3 with LTE support, but only in one configuration. There is also a new Surface Pro 8 with LTE in the Microsoft Store.
Microsoft released January 2022 cumulative updates
Microsoft today released a portion of new patches for supported Windows versions. This is the first set of cumulative updates in 2022. The update packages are already available on Windows Update.
Firefox 96 released, here’s what’s new
Mozilla today released Firefox 96 stable. The release is a security update without drastic changes inthe user interface The most important part of the its changelog are improvements and security fixes. However, there are a few things regular users may like.
Linux Mint will now ship Firefox with Mozilla defaults due to new partnership
Here is a bit of good news for all Linux Mint users. The team behind the popular distro signed an agreement with Mozilla. Now, Mint will ship Firefox without its customizations, which many users never liked.
A new leak reveals Surface Go 3 Matte Black
Microsoft is preparing to release a 10.5-inch Surface Go 3 tablet in a new matte black color called "Matte Black". Aggiornamenti Lumia managed to find its promotional materials and shared some its image renders on Twitter.
Edge will get smoother scrolling on displays with VRR support
The latest release of Microsoft Edge Canary includes a new feature that can significantly improve scrolling on FreeSync displays. The browser will be able to temporarily increase the screen refresh rate by using Variable Refresh Rate (VRR) technology for smoother scrolling.
