Here's how to open HEIC and HEVC files in Windows 11, which the operating system can't handle by default. Despite the growing popularity of HEIC (high-efficiency image compression) and HEVC (high-efficiency video compression) formats, Windows cannot open and process those files without additional software (codecs).
Edge Dev 93.0.961.2 is now available
Microsoft has released a new Chromium-based build of Microsoft Edge 93.0.961.2 to the Dev Channel. It traditionally brings with it several new features as well as various fixes and improvements. This is the last build of version 93 on the Dev channel, so it will become available in the Beta channel soon.
Windows 11 is already installed on 1% of all devices
AdDuplex has published a new stats regarding the usage share of various versions of Windows, which now also includes data on insider builds of Windows 11. Keep in mind that AdDuplex collects that data from 5000 applications using the AdDuplex SDK, so take it with a grain of salt. The actual numbers are probably slightly different, but the monthly reports from AdDuplex are the only data source to track the market share of Windows versions.
Windows Server releases will now receive 10 years of support; Semi-Annual Channel deprecated
Microsoft deprecates the Semi-Annual Channel of Windows Server releases. The change goes live with Windows Server 2022, which will exist in the Long Term Servicing Channel (LTSC) only, and will be supported for 10 years.
How to Repair Windows 11 with SFC and DISM
If your operating system doesn't work properly, you can repair Windows 11 with SFC and DISM. These are two now-classic tools that are familiar to many advanced users. Here is how to use them.
How to reset Windows 11
This post will show you how to reset Windows 11. Resetting a Windows 11 PC might help you fix annoying errors or issues that otherwise refuse to go. Modern Windows 11 (and Windows 10) versions do not require clean installation.
A leak reveals the upcoming Surface Duo 2 with a triple camera
It's no secret that Microsoft has long been working on the second generation of the foldable Surface Duo smartphone. It should go on sale this fall. Until now, there was no detailed information about the device. We could only guess the new product's specs, and what features it will get.
Microsoft to prohibit bypassing Windows 11 system requirements in WinPE
As you know, Windows 11 has raised the bar for minimum system requirements. Thanks to mandatory TPM 2.0 and Secure boot, huge number of devices are incompatible with the new operating system. Microsoft has already explained several times why this decision was made, but it seems that that wasn't enough to reduce the degree of users dissatisfaction.
Windows 11 Add or Remove Startup Apps
Here's how to add or remove startup apps in Windows 11 in order to manage startup items. The more apps you have in the autostart, the longer it takes for the operating system to prepare your work space, Desktop, and shortcuts.
Microsoft confirms all Windows 11 SKUs will ship with light mode by default
Recently, Microsoft made a somewhat weird statement regarding default looks in some Windows 11 SKUs. During the Inspire 2021 event, the company revealed that it plans to ship commercial Windows 11 editions with dark mode and consumer SKUs with light mode by default. Microsoft said that it wants to give users' eyes "a rest" by using dark mode out-of-box.
