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.
Firefox 82.0.2 released today with one more fix
Quickly after Firefox 82.0.1, Mozilla has released Firefox 82.0.2 to the stable branch. The update is available via the standard update delivery channels, so you may already receive it. Version 82.0.2 comes with just one fix.
There will be a major UI overhaul in Windows 10 version 21H2
The UI update project is internally codenamed "Sun Valley"
Microsoft is about to bring major interface changes to Windows 10 in 2021. It is expected to reach consumers in the Windows 10 "Cobalt" release scheduled for the holiday 2021 season, and expected to be Windows 10 version 21H2.
Add Troubleshooters Context Menu in Windows 10
How to Add Troubleshooters Context Menu in Windows 10
To fix various problems with the OS, Windows 10 comes with a number of built-in troubleshooters. Sometimes they are really useful and can resolve the issue quickly. If you often use them, you can add them to the Desktop context menu. Having them accessible with one click is very convenient for those times when you are figuring out what's wrong with the OS.
Windows 10 version 20H2 now displays Edge promotional pop-ups
In addition to ads that Microsoft runs on its services including Outlook, as well as in the Start menu and Windows Search, a new type of promotional recommendations has been spotted by Windows version 20H2 users. A pop-up appears above the pinned Edge icon in the taskbar, and it tries to draw your attention to the app.
Edge Vertical Tabs are now available in the Dev and Canary channels
Microsoft has made the Vertical Tabs feature available to Dev and Canary channel users of Microsoft Edge. Earlier available as an experimental feature, it is now accessible to everyone.
Firefox 82.0.1 released with a few stability fixes
Mozilla is now releasing a minor maintenance update to the recently released Firefox 82. The update is available via the standard update delivery channels, so you may already receive it. Version 82.0.1 resolves a number of minor bugs and regressions, and improves stability of the browser.
KB4577586 allows removing Adobe Flash in Windows 10 and 8.1
Microsoft is testing the removal of Adobe Flash, that is scheduled for December 2020. By that time it will be discontinued in the majority of web browsers. KB4577586 allows you in advance to see right now what will happen.
How to Open the Classic System Properties dialog in Windows 11 and 10
It is still possible to open the classic System Properties dialog in Windows 11 and Windows 10 that is part of the Control Panel. As you may remember, since Windows 10 'October 20H2 Update' the System Properties applet that shows generic information about your PCs, has been replaced with the Settings app, making it harder to access it from anywhere in the GUI.
