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Download Old Classic Calculator for Windows 11
Here is how to download Old Classic Calculator for Windows 11 which looks and works like in Windows 7 and Windows 8. Starting in Windows 10, Microsoft has replaced the good old calculator app with a new Store app. The same is for Windows 11, which includes a newer version of Calculator, but it is still a Store app. Many people feel unhappy with this change. The classic app loads faster, works faster, and is more useful for mouse and keyboard users. Here is how to get the classic calculator back in Windows 11.
Mozilla Firefox is coming to the Microsoft Store later this year
Before Microsoft released Windows 11, the Software giant allowed only EdgeHTML-based browsers in the Microsoft Store. Now, with Edge Legacy and its proprietary engine being six feet under, Microsoft embraces Chromium and eases off rules in its store. To bring more customers and developers to the Microsoft Store, Microsoft allowed publishing third-party browsers with various engines (there are many other new policies, such as permission to use custom payment systems, CDNs, unpackaged apps, third-party stores, more). As a result, we see developers bringing popular browsers to the Microsoft Store, providing users with an easy and trustworthy place to get their favorite apps.
Users in China may encounter Windows 11 upgrade issues due to country’s TPM chip ban
Back in June, when Microsoft just announced Windows 11, the company had also revealed the new minimum system requirements. It was obvious that in some countries users will have issues with moving to the new OS.
AMD is fixing Windows 11 performance issues on Ryzen-based systems
If you have a Windows 10 PC with a modern AMD CPU that officially supports Windows 11 and consider moving to the newest operating system, you might need to delay the upgrade. According to numerous reports from early adopters, AMD-based systems experience noticeable performance dips after upgrading to Windows 11. And that is not just yet another exaggerated "report" from websites seeking clicks. On its official support website, AMD has officially confirmed problems users might encounter after installing Windows 11.
Microsoft Editor is now built-in into the Edge browser
Microsoft Word and Outlook have a built-in extension for advanced spelling and grammar correction called "Microsoft Editor." Those not using Office apps and not paying for the Microsoft 365 subscription can still use Microsoft Editor in their browser: the company offers the Microsoft Editor extension for Chromium-based browsers, such as Edge or Chromium.
Epic Games Store is now available in the Microsoft Store
Windows 11 is now publicly available to download from Windows Update and clean installation using the Media Creation Tool. Alongside the operating system, Microsoft launched the new Microsoft Store. The latter is a big event for the Software giant, as the Microsoft Store now offers much-improved developer-friendly policies. Devs can use their proprietary payment systems and CDNs, publish unpackaged apps, third-party browsers, and even stores.
Download Windows 7 Games for Windows 11
Here you can download Windows 7 Games for Windows 11. You will get Solitaire, Spider Solitaire, Minesweeper, FreeCell, Hearts and the rest of the classic card and board games of the set. The games will continue working where you left off.
Microsoft has updated the web version of the Xbox Store
Microsoft has released an updated web version of the Xbox Store. However, it is under a gradual roll-out, so not everyone will instantly see the change. Reportedly, it is fully available to users in Canada. Microsoft didn't officially announce it yet.
Firefox 93 is out, here’s what’s new and changed
Mozilla released a new version of its browser. Firefox 93 has become available for download on October 5, 2021, the same day Microsoft released Windows 11. Despite the version number change, it is hard to call this release a major update to the browser. Most changes are fixes and general improvements.
