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Bill Gates claims only 3 jobs will survive the AI revolution
By Kevin Okemwa published
AI Microsoft's co-founder predicts coders, energy experts, and biologists are the only future-proof professions in the AI era.

Microsoft begins testing next phase of Windows 11
By Zac Bowden published
Windows 11 The latest Windows 11 preview build marks the start of a new range of builds intended to test underlying platform work for version 24H2 (and probably 25H2.)

Windows Search is getting an AI boost, but you’ll need a Copilot+ PC to use it
By Sean Endicott published
Windows 11 AI-powered Windows Search is coming to Copilot+ PCs, enhancing file and settings searches. It's in final testing but limited to Snapdragon models for now.

How to do a clean installation of Windows 11
By Mauro Huculak last updated
Fresh install Do you need to perform a clean install on Windows 11? In this guide, I'll show you everything you need to know for a successful process.

Microsoft Store update brings 150+ changes, including improved downloads & theme browsing
By Sean Endicott published
Apps A major Microsoft Store update will improve downloads, game installs, and theme browsing. Plus, new AI Hub for Copilot+ PCs is rolling out.

This version of OneNote will get slower before reaching its end in October
By Sean Endicott published
Apps Microsoft will throttle OneNote for Windows 10’s sync speed in June before fully shutting down support for the app later this year.

DOJ demands Google divest Chrome, states "Google’s conduct presents genuine danger to freedom"
By Sean Endicott published
Browsing The DOJ is pushing for Google to divest Chrome and Android, arguing the company’s search monopoly harms competition and limits consumer choice.

How has the Windows Start menu evolved after Microsoft's 50 years?
By Mauro Huculak published
Microsoft @ 50 As Microsoft turns 50, we're looking at the Start menu's changes from its debut in Windows 95, passing through 98, ME, Vista, 7, 8, 8.1, 10, and 11.
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