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What is the Windows Insider Program and should you join?
By Zac Bowden published
Insider FAQ Here's everything you need to know abou the Windows Insider Program and whether you should join.

Windows 11 adding shortcut that should have shipped ages ago
By Sean Endicott published
Insider update You can now open an item as admin using a new shortcut within the Start menu on Windows 11.

Windows 11's Paint and Notepad get new AI experiences to boost creativity
By Kevin Okemwa published
GET CREATIVE Microsoft recently shipped next-gen AI experiences to Paint and Notepad on Windows 11, including generative fill, generative erase, and rewriting capabilities.

Windows 11 update tests better support for emulated apps with ARM64
By Sean Endicott published
More extensions! Microsoft is testing an update to Windows 11's Prism emulation that adds support for several extensions. The additions make it possible for more apps to run on Windows PCs powered by Arm processors.

Windows 11 will let you cut Copilot key from your life, no knife or screwdriver required
By Sean Endicott published
finally Microsoft rolled out a new feature to Canary Channel Windows Insiders that lets you customize the Copilot key.

No need to pay $50 per year for these incredible wallpapers
By Sean Endicott published
Microsoft shared a large collection of wallpapers to celebrate the 10th anniversary of the Windows Insider Program.

Microsoft puts final touches on a gaming keyboard that's a godsend for the ASUS ROG Ally and other gaming handhelds
By Sean Endicott published
Windows Insiders in the Release Preview Channel can now try a new Gamepad keyboard.

It's time for Insiders to update Windows 11 if they want to try the latest clock app and version of the Microsoft Store
By Sean Endicott published
update time! Windows Insiders can now try an improved Microsoft Store and Clock app. Those in the Canary Channel also have a new Windows 11 build to install.
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