Disable Web Search in Windows 10 version 2004.
Use this PowerShell script to disable web search in the taskbar in Windows 10.
Author: Sergey Tkachenko
Sticky Notes Receives Tags and Enlarge Mode
Microsoft updates its Sticky Notes app for Windows 10 with brand new features. An upcoming version of the app receives hash tag support along with new Enlarge mode.
Schedule Defender Signature Updates in Windows 10
How to Schedule Signature Updates for Microsoft Defender Antivirus in Windows 10
Microsoft Defender (formerly Windows Defender) Antivirus uses security intelligence definitions to detect threats. Windows 10 automatically downloads the most recent intelligence available through Windows Update. You can also create a custom schedule to get signature updates more frequently, or when Windows Update is paused or disabled.
Set Firefox as Default PDF Viewer in Windows 10
How to Set Firefox as Default PDF Viewer in Windows 10
Mozilla has added the ability to set Firefox as your default reader app for PDF files. The change is already in recently released version 77.0.1, so you can give it a try.
Your Phone app receives phone service status indicators
Microsoft has updated the built-in Your Phone app by adding phone service status indicators. The app now renders WIFI, Bluetooth, Signal Strenght, Battery Life and Do Not Disturb icons.
Microsoft Released PowerToys 0.18.2
Microsoft has made available PowerToys 0.18.2. It is a minor releases with a few fixes. Most of the fixes were made to the Run launcher, including resolved issues when it is running as Administrator.
Google Enables Highlight for Snippet Text On Target Web Page
Google makes finding the required information on a target web page much easier. The company rolls out a change that highlights featured snippets in the its search results. Once you open the target page, the featured text will appear in yellow.
Export Saved Logins and Passwords to CSV File in Firefox
How to Export Saved Logins and Passwords to CSV File in Firefox
Mozilla Firefox comes with a native option that allows the user to export his saved logins and passwords for web sites. The data will be saved to a CSV file that can be opened with many modern apps like Microsoft Excel, LibreOffice Calc, etc, or modified with Notepad.
Microsoft updates Calendar with a new search feature
Windows 10 includes a Calendar app, that is pretty simple but useful. It allows scheduling meetings, events, and set reminders. A new update to its preview version reveals a search feature recently added to the app.
Restore Classic Address Bar in Firefox 77
How to Restore Classic Address Bar in Firefox 77
Firefox 75 introduced a new address bar which features a larger font, and shorter URLs, which do not include https:// and www portions any more. There was a method to restore the classic bar, which has become obsolete in Firefox 77. So I am publishing a new, working method for Firefox 77 for those who are not happy with the address bar changes.
