Microsoft is actively working on running Progressive Web Apps (PWA) inside Edge tabs. The latest Canary build introduces a new flag that allows PWAs that run in a tab to intercept and process links on Desktop. While it has some limitations, it extends the capabilities of tabbed PWAs in Windows 10, which now handle certain websites like Android apps do.
How to Add or Remove History Button from Toolbar in Microsoft Edge
Microsoft Edge now allows adding a History button to the toolbar
A new feature is available to some of the Edge Insiders running the latest Canary and Dev builds of the browser. Now it is possible to add a new History button to the toolbar.
WSL –install will now install Linux distros, allows picking any of available online
Microsoft has done a useful change to the Windows Sybsystem for Linux (WSL). Starting in Windows 10 build 20246, WSL will now install a Linux distro in addition to the feature itself, so it will get ready INSTANTLY, with no extra actions required from your side.
PowerToys Preview 0.25 released with tons of fixes
A stable version release of PowerToys is available for download. PowerToys 0.25 focus on stability, accessibility, localization and quality of life improvements. The Video Conference utility is expected to be released next week, it is not included in the current app version.
Edge Dev 88.0.680.1 released with enhanced copy and paste on Mac
This week's Edge Dev release, which is build 88.0.680.1, features a number of improvements. The support for enhanced copy and paste on Mac, and policy management for Startup boost are among them.
Windows 10 Builds 19041.610 and 19042.610 released with KB4580364
Microsoft has released a new optional update for Windows 10 version 20H2, October 2020 Update. The release is notable for delivering plenty of fixes to the OS, along with some new features, such as Meet Now icon in the tasbkar.
Windows 10 Build 20246 is now in the Dev channel
Microsoft has released Windows 10 Build 20246 to the Dev Channel. The update is now available via Windows Update to Insiders, and it is a build from the FE_RELEASE branch. As a result of the switch to the FE_RELEASE branch, Insiders will notice that some features like the updated emoji picker, redesigned touch keyboard, voice typing, theme-aware splash screens, and others have been removed temporarily.
Add Troubleshooters Toolbar to Taskbar in Windows 10
How to add the Troubleshooters Toolbar to the taskbar in Windows 10
Instead or in addition to the Troubleshooters context menu, you can also have a toolbar in the taskbar that allows directly launching individual Windows troubleshooters in Windows 10. It is very useful for those times when you are figuring out what's wrong with the OS.
Beginning November 5th, 2020, Windows 10 will have a new driver update scenario
Microsoft is redefining manual driver updates. Beginning November 5th, 2020, you will see a clear distinction between automatic and manual updates in Windows Update, following the change in driver servicing Microsoft is currently performing.
Microsoft enables Tab and History Sync in Microsoft Edge
This has finally happened. Microsoft has begun testing the tab and history sync feature in Microsoft Edge. This means that you can easily pick up where you left off by closing Edge on one of your computers and opening it on the other.
