Microsoft has scaled back AI integrations in Windows 11 after user complaints, reviewing Copilot buttons for removal and rethinking Recall following security issues.

Notepad on Windows 11 is no longer the lightweight utility it once was. Learn how to replace Notepad with Microsoft Edit on Windows 11.

Microsoft admits Windows 11 issues. With bug fixes, Copilot cutbacks, and gaming fixes, 2026 could be Windows’ last chance to win users back.

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Windows install floppies and discs have gone the way of the dodo, but it still pays to keep a copy of the OS on a USB drive. Here's how to make your own.

Windows 11 has officially surpassed 1 billion monthly active users. According to the company's fiscal Q2 2026 earnings call, the OS reached this goal in just 1,576 days, significantly faster than ...

Hitting 1 billion monthly active users should be cause for celebration in Redmond. These days, though, it feels like every one of them is complaining. Does Microsoft have what it takes to address the ...

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Discover how to effortlessly use the Windows 11 Emoji and GIF Keyboard to add flair to your messages. Step-by-step guide with tips for seamless integration in chats, emails, and more.