Mozilla is releasing a new Firefox version to the stable branch. Firefox 78 is notable for bringing improvements to the installer and the built-in PDF reader. It is a new ESR release from Mozilla. Also, there are some new system requirements for Linux and macOS.
Set Target Windows 10 Version to Stay On or Upgrade To
How to Set Target Windows 10 Version to Stay on or Upgrade To
With Windows 10 version 2004, Microsoft has introduced a new group policy, which allows the user to lock down the OS to a specific feature upgrade. Eagle-eyed users have already spotted it in screenshots in my previous article. Here's how to activate and use it.
Windows File Recovery is a new tool that Microsoft released via the Store
Microsoft has released a new tool for Windows 10 users. Named Windows File Recovery, it is available in the Microsoft Store. It is a console app, which, as it follows from its name, can be used to restore accidentally deleted, or corrupted files.
Linux Mint 20 is out, you can download it now
The Linux Mint team today released the final version of the "Ulyana" distro, which is Linux Mint 20. It is the first release that comes as 64-bit only OS with snapd disabled, relying on classic repository apps, and flatpak.
Enable or Disable Media Autoplay in Microsoft Edge
How to Enable or Disable Media Autoplay in Microsoft Edge
Microsoft Edge is the default web browser app in Windows 10. It's a Chromium-based app which has extension support, a fast rendering engine and a simplified user interface where Google's services are replaced with similar from Microsoft. It comes with an option that allows preventing web sites from automatically playing videos. Here is how to enable or disable it.
You can now edit custom subscriptions for Ad blocker in Vivaldi Android
With a couple of previous Dev snapshots, Vivaldi for Android introduced custom subscriptions for the built-in ad blocker feature. Today's snapshot adds the ability to remove and change the subscriptions you have in the browser.
Adblock is causing errors on YouTube in Microsoft Edge
There is a confirmed bug in Microsoft Edge that prevents users from watch YouTube videos [without ads] when the Adblock Plus or Adblock for YouTube extensions are installed in any of the Edge release channel. A black screen with error appears in Edge.
Defer Feature Updates and Quality Updates in Windows 10 Version 2004
How to Defer Feature Updates and Quality Updates in Windows 10 Version 2004
A number of users are interested in delaying the upgrade to the next Windows 10 feature update when it becomes available. There are many reasons for this. Most users don't want to disturb their existing setup and do not want their custom settings getting reset again by the new OS version. Starting with Windows 10 version 2004 deferring the updates requires extra steps, as Microsoft has removed a number of related options from Settings.
Enable or Disable Password Monitor in Microsoft Edge
How to Enable or Disable Password Monitor in Microsoft Edge
Microsoft has enabled the Password Monitor feature for all users running Dev or Canary builds of the Edge browser. As of now, it is disabled by default, and you may be interested in enabling it to give it a try.
Microsoft has removed manual deferrals from Windows Update for Business
Microsoft has changed the Windows Update service for Business with Windows 10 version 2004. The company has removed the ability to defer manually Windows 10 feature updates using the Windows Update page in Settings.
