Yesterday, Mozilla released a new version of their browser. Firefox 53, a new update for the stable branch, comes with a number of changes which may be not welcomed by some users. Let's see what has changed.
Windows 10 Build 16179 is out for Fast Ring Insiders
Microsoft today released Windows 10 build 16179. It represents the upcoming Windows 10 "Redstone 3", the next feature update to Windows 10 Creators Update build 15063. The new build is available now for Fast Ring Insiders. Let's see what has changed.
Enable App Icons on Taskbar in Tablet Mode in Windows 10
Tablet Mode is a special touchscreen-oriented mode in Windows 10. When enabled, it changes the behavior of the Start menu and turns it into a fullscreen Start experience. Universal apps also open full screen and desktop apps open maximized in Tablet Mode. By default, the operating system does not show app icons on the taskbar when in Tablet mode. Here is how to make taskbar icons visible.
Change ClearType Font Settings in Windows 10
ClearType is a special technology which makes the text in classic Desktop apps look sharper, clearer, and easier to read. Initially implemented in Windows XP, it is supported by all modern Windows versions. In this article, we'll see how to change ClearType font settings in Windows 10.
How to Calibrate Display Colors in Windows 10
Windows 10 comes with the ability to tune up your monitor's color profile and brightness accurately. There is a special wizard which allows you to calibrate your display. If you would like to improve the appearance of the monitor's picture and ensure that colors are displayed accurately, here is how to use the wizard.
Get Classic Windows Defender in Windows 10 Creators Update
As you may already know, Windows 10 Creators Update comes with a new security dashboard app called "Windows Defender Security Center". It includes a number of options to control the security and health of your operating system. It includes the user interface to manage Windows Defender, but you can still access the classic Windows Defender desktop app.
Change Compatibility Mode Settings for Apps in Windows 10
Windows 10 supports plenty of apps created for earlier versions of Windows. However, some older apps have issues with scaling, especially if you have a high resolution display like Full HD or 4K. Other apps like games can have issues or not start at all if they cannot detect the version of Windows for which they were created. Compatibility mode settings in Windows 10 are intended to solve these issues for you.
Install Updates on Kaby Lake and Ryzen CPUs (Bypass CPU Lock)
As you may already know, Microsoft has locked the ability to receive updates for Intel's Kaby Lake and AMD's Ryzen CPUs owners for those who have Windows 7 or Windows 8.1 installed with these CPUs. This is a very unpleasant move from the software corporation for users who have no desire to accept the upgrade to Windows 10. Here is a trick to bypass this limitation and install all updates including the ones that are prevented from being installed on such devices.
How To Disable Windows Defender Security Center
Windows 10 Creators Update version 1703 brought yet another change to Windows 10's UI. There is a new app called Windows Defender Security Center. It has been created to help the user control his security and privacy settings in a clear and useful way. Many users would like to disable it. Here is how.
How To Enable Spatial Sound in Windows 10
Windows 10 Creators Update comes with a new feature, Spatial Sound if you are listening to audio through your headphones. When enabled, the audio feels like it is playing around you as opposed to through the headphones. In simpler words, it is a 3D sound effect or surround sound. It is disabled by default. Here is how to enable it.
