Mozilla has released its first minor update to the Firefox 89 branch. Version 89.0.1 is now available with a resolved security issue and a number of other fixed issues.
Author: Sergey Tkachenko
The first preview of Visual Studio 2022 is available for download
Microsoft today announced the first preview of Visual Studio 2022. As the software is now 64-bit, the company's intent is to test the functionality and ability of Visual Studio to use all system resources, which is especially important when working with complex projects.
Windows 11 SE is the successor to Windows 10 S Cloud Edition
The recent leak of Windows 11 build 21996 reveals one more interesting thing. There's Windows 11 SE, the successor to the Windows 10 Cloud Edition. During the installation it only allows using an online account.
Windows Snap feature in Windows 11 has got nifty improvements
The Snap feature in Windows 11 has got useful additions and is possibly inspired by Fancy Zones of PowerToys. The snapping process remains unchanged since Windows 10 and supports the same keyboard shortcuts. However, the new thing here is when you move your mouse pointer over the Maximize window button on any open window, a pop-up will allow you to quickly pick the desired position of the window on the screen.
PowerShell 7 will receive updates via Windows Update
According to today's official announcement, Microsoft makes available PowerShell 7 updates on Windows Update for Windows 10 and Windows Server. This new feature is already available for PowerShell 7.2 preview releases.
Windows 11 comes with an improved Ink Workspace panel
The leaked Windows 11 build reveals a new Ink Workspace panel, which is significantly better than the one currently available in Windows 10. The actual implementation only allows accessing the Snip and Sketch tool and the Microsoft Whiteboard app. In Windows 11, things has changed.
Download Windows 11 wallpapers (+ touch keyboards backgrounds)
Here's how to download Windows 11 wallpapers, the full set of 25 images + 8 touch keyboard backgrounds from build 21996.
The official presentation of Windows 11 will take place only next week, but Window 11 build 21996 already found its path online. The leaked build revealed a lot of refinements and UI updates in Windows 11, but one more thing to note is a set new desktop wallpapers that are used in this build.
Windows 7 license keys are still valid for Windows 11
Yesterday, a pre-release build of Windows 11 was leaked on the Internet and, as expected, many users rushed to install it to test and see what is new. It was quickly found that Windows 11 can be activated with a Windows 7 product key. Thus, Windows 10, 8.1 and 7 users can upgrade to activate the leaked Windows 11 build for free.
How to install Windows 11 without TPM 2.0
Here's how you can install Windows 11 without TPM 2.0. If you want to install it on your computer using either official or unofficial ISOs, you may be out of luck if your computer does not support Trusted Platform Module 2.0 or TPM 2.0. An attempt to install Windows 11 on a PC lacking TPM 2.0 will end up with the following error: "This PC can't run Windows 11. The PC must support TPM 2.0." Fortunately, it is easy to bypass the stumbling block. This article will show you how to install Windows 11 on a computer that does not support TPM 2.0.
Where to download Windows 11 sounds?
The unexpected and surprising leak made it possible to download Windows 11 sounds. Yesterday, Windows 11 build 21966 found its way to the Internet, so interested users can finally try it and play with its new features and resources.