Windows 11

Launched in October 2021, Windows 11 started a new era as the latest version of Microsoft's official operating system, pre-loaded onto the best laptops and sold separately for custom-built desktop PCs. It continues to receive significant updates, like Windows 11 version 24H2, which is loaded with new features and supports modern hardware like Neural Processing Units (NPUs) to handle local Artificial Intelligence (AI) computing tasks offered by Microsoft Copilot and third-party apps.
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Microsoft publishes new Windows roadmap for features
By Zac Bowden published
Windows 11 Microsoft is launching a new roadmap to help users better understand when new features are coming to Windows 11.

How to change mouse scrolling settings on Windows 11
By Mauro Huculak last updated
On Windows 11, you can customize the scrolling behavior of the mouse, including the number of lines to scroll at a time, the ability to scroll inactive windows, and the scrolling direction.

How to easily create an unattended answer file for Windows 11
By Mauro Huculak published
Windows Do you want to fully automate the Windows 11 installation process? If yes, you can create an answer file, and here's how.

Over a billion Microsoft users will see a redesigned sign-in experience soon
By Sean Endicott published
Microsoft Microsoft is rolling out a new account sign in experience to over one billion users over the next month. The new experience has a modernized design and is optimized to be used without a password.

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.
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