Windows 11, a brand-new operating system from Microsoft, is coming for free this year for all compatible Windows 10 devices. Microsoft has already shared a lot of information about hardware requirements, which, in turn, sparked tremendous confusion among users. According to Microsoft, Windows 11 officially supports computers with 8th gen Intel and 2nd gen AMD CPUs. Another crucial requirement is Trusted Platform Module 2.0 support, or simply TPM 2.0. Many users question the weird spec sheet that renders any computer older than three years old obsolete and unqualified for the upgrade. That is particularly strange, considering that Apple's macOS Monterey supports devices released back in 2013.
Category: Windows 10
How to Change Device Usage in Windows 10
You can change Device Usage in Windows 10, an option that defines the device usage pattern. According to your settings, Windows will customize tips and install apps which work best for your tasks.
Microsoft to retire the “Continue on PC” feature and apps next month
Back in 2017, when Microsoft released Windows 10 Fall Creators Update, the company introduced a novel app called "Continue on PC." It allowed quick web page sharing from mobile devices to Edge on Windows 10. Yesterday, Microsoft pushed update 1.9.5 and informed users about the impending end of support for "Continue on PC" next month.
How to Add Run or modify Context Menu For PS1 Files
Here's how to add Run or modify context menu for PS1 files in Windows 10 which will allow you to quickly run and edit. Simply right-click a PS1 file and select one of the options to run it with either PowerShell or PowerShell 7, start it elevated with your preferred scripting language version, and more.
OneDrive gets a simple built-in photo editor
OneDrive, a cloud-based storage solution from Microsoft, is a solid option for those who want to back up photos and videos. The service offers lots of different options to store and manage photo libraries from any of your devices. Moreover, it supports additional features, such as Apple's Live Photo, 8K video, etc. With the latest update, Microsoft introduced a simple photo editor for OneDrive.
Microsoft starts force-updating Windows 10 2004 to 21H1
If your computer runs Windows 10, version 2004, prepare for the imminent update to the latest version, Windows 10 21H1. The company announced on its official Windows Health Dashboard page that it is now increasing the number of devices set to receive automatic updates from Windows 10 2004, which approaches the end of support.
Windows Feature Experience Pack 120.2212.3920.0 landed in Beta and RP channels
Microsoft has released a new preview version of the Windows Feature Experience Pack. The new version 120.2212.3920.0 is now available to participants of the Windows Insider running the most recent Windows 10 21H1 in the channel Beta, or version 20H2 in Release Preview.
KB5003690 for Windows 10 released with gaming fixes
Today, Microsoft released cumulative updates for Windows 10 versions 21H1, 20H2, and 2004. They are part of the C/D releases for supported versions. This means that they are optional, and you need to install them manually if you are interested in getting them. Windows 10 won't install them automatically. The latter will happen on the second Tuesday of July, which Patch Tuesday updates to include today's fixes.
How to Find and List Connected USB Devices in Windows 10
You can find and list all connected USB devices in Windows 10 using any of the methods reviewed in this post. We will see how it can be done with and without third-party tools.
KB5003690 released for Windows 10 (Beta & RP channels)
Windows 10 21H1 and 20H2 receive a new patch, KB5003690. The update is only available in the Beta Channel and Release Preview Channel. It includes a huge number of fixes, including a fix for the annoying blurry texts issue in News and Interests.