Microsoft today announced the first preview of Visual Studio 2022. As the software is now 64-bit, the company's intent is to test the functionality and ability of Visual Studio to use all system resources, which is especially important when working with complex projects.
Windows 11 SE is the successor to Windows 10 S Cloud Edition
The recent leak of Windows 11 build 21996 reveals one more interesting thing. There's Windows 11 SE, the successor to the Windows 10 Cloud Edition. During the installation it only allows using an online account.
How to Change Taskbar Size in Windows 11
You can change the taskbar size in Windows 11 to one of the three different presets. A recently leaked build of Windows 11 exposes the appropriate settings. Windows 10 offers users two size options for the taskbar - standard or small. In Windows 11, things are slightly different. While there's no GUI option for that, you still can resize the taskbar.
Windows Snap feature in Windows 11 has got nifty improvements
The Snap feature in Windows 11 has got useful additions and is possibly inspired by Fancy Zones of PowerToys. The snapping process remains unchanged since Windows 10 and supports the same keyboard shortcuts. However, the new thing here is when you move your mouse pointer over the Maximize window button on any open window, a pop-up will allow you to quickly pick the desired position of the window on the screen.
PowerShell 7 will receive updates via Windows Update
According to today's official announcement, Microsoft makes available PowerShell 7 updates on Windows Update for Windows 10 and Windows Server. This new feature is already available for PowerShell 7.2 preview releases.
Windows 11 comes with an improved Ink Workspace panel
The leaked Windows 11 build reveals a new Ink Workspace panel, which is significantly better than the one currently available in Windows 10. The actual implementation only allows accessing the Snip and Sketch tool and the Microsoft Whiteboard app. In Windows 11, things has changed.
How to Restore Classic Start Menu in Windows 11 with Classic Taskbar
You can restore the classic Start menu in Windows 11, which will be similar to the good old Windows 10's Start with the app list. Windows 11 introduced an updated centered taskbar and a brand-new Start menu. It no longer allows users to pin Live Tiles, and the list of apps is now hidden behind the dedicated "All apps" button.
Download Windows 11 wallpapers (+ touch keyboards backgrounds)
Here's how to download Windows 11 wallpapers, the full set of 25 images + 8 touch keyboard backgrounds from build 21996.
The official presentation of Windows 11 will take place only next week, but Window 11 build 21996 already found its path online. The leaked build revealed a lot of refinements and UI updates in Windows 11, but one more thing to note is a set new desktop wallpapers that are used in this build.
Windows 7 license keys are still valid for Windows 11
Yesterday, a pre-release build of Windows 11 was leaked on the Internet and, as expected, many users rushed to install it to test and see what is new. It was quickly found that Windows 11 can be activated with a Windows 7 product key. Thus, Windows 10, 8.1 and 7 users can upgrade to activate the leaked Windows 11 build for free.
How to Remove or Add Apps to the Start menu in Windows 11
If you are not happy with default icons in Windows 11 Start, you can remove or add apps to the Start menu manually.
