Windows 10 KB5087544 out with Secure Boot status update, direct download links for .msu | Windows
Windows 10 KB5087544 is now available as part of Microsoft’s May 2026 Patch Tuesday, and it’s a mandatory update that’ll download automatically as long as you’ve signed up for ESU…
Read moreNew Copilot keyboard shortcuts are coming to Microsoft 365 | Windows
Microsoft is making it easier to access Copilot in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and other Microsoft 365 apps. But instead of adding a bunch of ways to access the AI assistant,…
Read moreMicrosoft May 2026 Patch Tuesday Fixes 130+ Vulnerabilities Across Windows, Office & SharePoint | Windows
Microsoft has released its May 2026 Patch Tuesday security updates, addressing more than 130 vulnerabilities across its software ecosystem, including Windows, Microsoft Office, SharePoint Server, and core networking components. While…
Read moreWindows 11 KB5089549 out with faster performance, direct download links for offline installer (.msu) | Windows
Windows 11 KB5089549 is now rolling out with Xbox mode, and performance-related features, including a faster taskbar, reliable Windows Hello, and more. In addition to Windows Update, Microsoft has posted…
Read moreMicrosoft optimizes WinUI 3 framework to increase Windows 11 responsiveness | Windows
Windows 11’s performance is being improved through Microsoft’s ongoing Windows K2 initiative. A key part of that effort is transitioning core elements of Windows 11 to WinUI 3, the native…
Read moreNorm Ai Launches Compliance Agent for Microsoft 365 Copilot | Windows
NEW YORK, May 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Norm Ai is helping bring AI into the flow of everyday enterprise work with the launch of its compliance agent for Microsoft 365 Copilot….
Read more“Unethical use of Azure” reportedly leads to firing of Microsoft Israel execs — Microsoft has been investigating potential abuse of its products in targeting Palestinians | Windows
Microsoft has faced some extensive internal protesting over its contracts with Israel. Israel has killed tens of thousands of civilians in the Gaza Strip following a Hamas terror attack on…
Read moreCan Microsoft Outrun Palo Alto Networks in the Next Rally? | Windows
Palo Alto Networks surged 16% during the past Week. You may be tempted to buy more, or may want to reduce your exposure. But there is an entirely different perspective…
Read moreOur “best overall” SSD for 4.0 PCIe gaming PCs is on a 33% discount — If you hate running of space or waiting on loading screens, this SSD is a must | Windows
SSDs are absolutely vital for PCs because without them, where we would be able to install and play our PC games or store our vital documents away from thieving eyes,…
Read moreMicrosoft signs an exclusive deal with Chevron to build 2.5 GW of gas-fired power in Texas solely to power AI campuses, marking the largest big tech + oil company deal in history. | Windows
Microsoft, Chevron, and Engine No. 1 announced on April 2, 2026, an exclusivity agreement to build 2.5 gigawatts of natural gas generation in West Texas, dedicated to powering Microsoft’s AI…
Read moreMicrosoft is still faking Google’s homepage on Bing 1.5 years after backlash, even as it pays $1 million for users | Windows
Microsoft is still spoofing Google in Bing It has been nearly a year and a half since we first reported that Microsoft Bing was engaging in a highly controversial tactic…
Read moreON THIS DAY: People ask why I use a Lumia 950 XL, so here it is | Windows
In 2016, we published a personal look at why the Lumia 950 XL remained a daily driver long after most people had moved on, highlighting its unique mix of camera…
Read more“Stagnant, overpriced, underwhelming, and dead”: Here’s why Surface fans are turning on Microsoft’s premier laptop brand | Windows
Microsoft Surface is drastically different than when it first launched. Despite the original consumer Surface device, the Surface Pro, being updated regularly, the brand as a whole has shifted away…
Read moreOpenAI trial: Nadella says Musk never asked him about Microsoft deals | Windows
Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella took the stand in the Musk v. Altman trial on Monday, where he testified that Elon Musk never contacted him with concerns that Microsoft’s investments in…
Read more“The most addictive Xbox game right now”: Build your own unstoppable tank Lego-style in this moreish bullet heaven — right now on Xbox Game Pass | Windows
2018 feels like a bygone era at this point, but it was the year that British developer Payload Studios initially introduced us all to its game, TerraTech. TerraTech Legion (Image…
Read moreWhat is happening at Microsoft Israel? Shake-up deepens after review of Defense Minis | Windows
The sudden departure last week of Microsoft Israel Country General Manager Alon Haimovich after four years in the role stems directly from the findings of a quiet review conducted by…
Read moreMicrosoft-commissioned report claims Windows 11 laptops beat the MacBook Neo | Windows
Microsoft commissioned Signal65 to compare MacBook Neo with Windows 11 PCs and the results are as expected When Apple dropped the $599 MacBook Neo, it sent an absolute shockwave through…
Read moreResident Evil Requiem’s new “Leon Must Die Forever” DLC shadowdrops for free — Capcom turns zombie roundhouse kicks into a roguelike mode, and more are coming | Windows
Resident Evil Requiem, the latest title in Capcom‘s legendary Resident Evil series, has received its first major DLC update via a shadowdropped announcement. The update in question is a new…
Read moreMicrosoft CEO to testify in Musk–OpenAI trial | Windows
Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella is expected to take the stand on Monday in Elon Musk’s lawsuit against OpenAI, where he will be questioned about internal emails that allegedly show how…
Read moreMicrosoft brings Refresh & Print back to Windows 11 File Explorer right-click, plus readable file sizes for Details view | Windows
Windows 11 replaced the legacy context menu (right-click), which was not only faster but also far more powerful, with a modern counterpart. The modern context menu isn’t in a terrible…
Read moreSony’s $565M Bungie hit has me wondering what’s next — Destiny 2 feels strained, and Marathon’s future suddenly looks fragile | Windows
I stopped checking Marathon’s Steam charts within a week of it coming out, not because I wanted to see the game fail or anything, but because I got caught up…
Read more“Apple does this and y’all love it” — Microsoft fights back over claims its performance boost is lazy | Windows
Summary Windows K2 aims to fix major Windows pain points in 2026 by improving the existing OS. Low Latency Profile briefly boosts CPU to reduce launch lag – critics call…
Read moreXbox posts the Forza Horizon 6 launch trailer a week before its Early Access release date — I love this tribute to a beloved racer the series partnered with | Windows
Microsoft and Xbox have several high-profile first-party releases coming in 2026, ranging from Halo: Campaign Evolved and Gears of War: E-Day to the long-awaited Fable reboot. A title that has…
Read moreMicrosoft denies Windows 11 CPU boost trick is a lazy fix, says Apple does this and you love it | Windows
Microsoft VP Scott Hanselman defends the Windows 11 Low Latency Profile on social media Windows Latest recently tested Windows 11’s hidden Low Latency Profile feature, proving that it is an…
Read moreWinhanced just made the Xbox app feel outdated on handheld gaming PCs, and I can’t believe how much smoother it is | Windows
Now, this is really aimed at anyone using a handheld gaming PC or those who want a more console-like experience on PC with a controller. Winhanced acts as an almost…
Read moreMicrosoft Confirms KB5083769 Breaks Macrium and Acronis Backups | Windows
TL;DR Confirmed Regression: Microsoft says April’s KB5083769 update may break image-mount operations in Macrium Reflect, Acronis, UrBackup Server, and NinjaOne Backup on patched Windows machines. Driver Blocklist: The April 14,…
Read moreMicrosoft is giving away $1 million to Bing users, and that says everything about Google’s monopoly | Windows
Microsoft’s 1 million USD sweepstakes rewards is still live and ending soon If you have searched with Bing recently, you might have noticed a pop-up banner at the top-right of…
Read moreMake the upgrade to Windows 11 Pro — on sale for $9.97 | Windows
TL;DR: A lifetime license for Microsoft Windows 11 Pro is on sale for $9.97 (reg. $199). If you’re still running Windows 10, here’s the deal – Microsoft pulled the plug…
Read moreLenovo Yoga Slim 7x review: A top Windows choice for students | Windows
Why you can trust Windows Central Our expert reviewers spend hours testing and comparing products and services so you can choose the best for you. Find out more about how…
Read more“You had lightning in a bottle and decided to pry the lid off yourself”: Helldivers 2 reviews crash to ‘Mostly Negative’ on Steam after controversial update and AMA, Arrowhead responds | Windows
While Arrowhead Game Studios’ Xbox, PC, and PS5 PvE co-op shooter Helldivers 2 is still going strong over two years after its release in early 2024, it’s experienced several pendulum…
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