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.
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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.
Microsoft announces Security Copilot, an AI-powered assistant for security PROs
Microsoft has announced a new product for cybersecurity professionals - Microsoft Security Copilot. It is an advanced threat protection service that uses artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) capabilities to help organizations protect their networks, devices, and data from cyber attacks. Microsoft Security Copilot is built with OpenAI GPT-4 and Microsoft's proprietary security model.
Steam ends support for Windows 7, 8 and 8.1 on January 1, 2024
Valve has officially announced that it will no longer support Steam on some older versions of Windows: Windows 7, Windows 8, and Windows 8.1. According to Valve's Steam survey, only a small percentage of users are likely to be affected by this change. But those who have been holding out on upgrading their operating system may consider switching to a more modern OS like Windows 11.
Microsoft has launched the public preview of 3D avatars in Teams
With the public Preview of Teams 2.0, Microsoft has launched the public preview of 3D avatars. It is an exciting feature that enables users to create and customize their own digital avatar to represent themselves in virtual meetings and interactions.
Meet the updated Microsoft Teams app with improved UI and performance
Microsoft has released an update for its Teams application that includes performance improvements, UI design changes, and new features. Specifically, the update includes faster load times and reduced latency during use, making working in Teams more efficient and convenient.
Microsoft Loop collaboration service launched in preview
Microsoft has started public preview for its "Loop" service. It allows working together on content from Microsoft 365. Work on projects is carried out inside workspaces, so administrators can easily manage content access rights.
A new AI-powered “Copilot” comes to Microsoft 365’s Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Teams
Microsoft has announced a new AI-powered "Copilot" feature for Microsoft 365's Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Teams applications. All of these programs will use Copilot for intelligent content generation. On March 16, the company hosted the "The Future of Work with AI" event, where all the announcements were made.
The Bing chatbot is actually based on the GPT-4 language model
Recently, OpenAI revealed a new language model GPT-4, which is superior to GPT-3.5 in many ways. It can solve complex tasks thanks to more careful training. Duolingo, Stripe, Khan Academy and other companies are working on integrating GPT-4 into their products. Microsoft has also confirmed that their Bing chatbot is based on the GPT-4 model.
OpenAI announces GPT-4 language model
OpenAI has announced a new GPT-4 language model that the company says is more creative and collaborative than ever before. It can solve complex problems with greater accuracy due to greater knowledge and problem-solving abilities.