Microsoft today released Windows 10 build 14965 to Windows Insiders on the Slow Ring. The same build was recently released for Fast Ring insiders. This build represents the development branch of Windows 10 Creators Update version 1703.
Author: Sergey Tkachenko
Fix: Chrome does not play important video content
Today, I faced a strange issue with Google Chrome. During my English class, the browser decided to not play a video from BBC's "Learning English" page. This happened in 64-bit Windows 7 running 32-bit Google Chrome. Here is how I was able to solve the issue.
Ink Workspace is getting improved in Windows 10 Creators Update
Ink Workspace is an important part of the Windows 10 operating system for stylus/pen users. It allows them to do a number of activites like sketching, annotations, handwritten notes and so on. It is getting some improvements in the upcoming Windows 10 Creators Update.
Cinnamon is getting menus without arrows
Cinnamon is Linux Mint's flagship desktop environment. Started as a Gnome fork, now it is fully independent, but Gnome's roots can still be found in this DE. One of them is the appearance of menus, which will be changed in the next release.
It is possible to use Skype without an account
If you want to make a voice or video call on Skype or start a conversation but don’t want to create an account, here is good news for you. Microsoft now allows you to use Skype without having to register an account.
Skype for Linux Alpha 1.12 comes with hostless group calling
Microsoft has released Skype for Linux Alpha version 1.12. This new application is a completely redesigned Skype version which has nothing common with the previously available Skype 4.3. In this version, the application got improvements for group calls.
Firefox 50 is out, here is what’s new
Another release of the popular Mozilla Firefox browser is out today. Version 50 features a number changes you may like. Let's see what Mozilla developers prepared for us.
Install Paint 3D Preview in Windows 10 Non-Insider Build
As you may already know, the new Paint 3D became available for Windows Insiders some time ago. It is a Universal app which offers a number of unique features for the end user. To try out the app, you had to join the Windows Insider program. Finally a way to install the app for regular, non-insider build was discovered.
Extract wallpapers from themepack or deskthemepack file
Starting with Windows 7, Microsoft invented a new theme format - themepack. It was created so all the theme resources would be packed inside a single file and sharing of such themes would be easy. In Windows 8, the file format was revised to deskthemepack, and supported specifying if the window color would be automatically set based on the dominant color of the desktop background. Windows 10 supports both themepack and deskthemepack formats. In this article, we will see how to extract images from a themepack or a deskthemepack file.
Snow Sports theme for Windows 10, Windows 7 and Windows 8
If you like beautiful winter landscapes, you will enjoy this stunning winter theme. It comes with 8 terrific wallpapers.
