In previous blogs, we've explained how Windows 10 updates work. Typically, there are two feature updates, one in the Spring and one in the Fall with minor patch updates in-between. The feature updates are the big ones that introduce new features or changes to the operating system.
On June 16th, Microsoft announced the next feature update…
The next version of Windows 10 will support passwordless Microsoft accounts. Microsoft will achieve this by sending a code via SMS (text message) to your phone number which you can use to sign in. It's all part of Microsoft's stated goal of "a world without passwords."
"We’re pushing forward on eliminating passwords and keeping your…
Don't Click "Check For Updates"
As Microsoft revealed, only people who clicked “Check for Updates” got bitten by Windows 10’s recent file deletion bug. When you click the “Check for Updates” button, Microsoft gives you updates early, skipping a normal part of the testing process.
Don’t take our word for it. Here’s how Microsoft defended its performance after…
Applications using Azure Active Directory (AD) to authenticate — a category that includes Office 365, among other things — will soon be able to stop using passwords entirely. It's not as counter-productive as it sounds.
App-based Authentication
Azure AD accounts can already use the Microsoft Authenticator app for two-factor authentication. Two-factor authentication combines a password with…
Welcome To Windows, Alexa!
Microsoft has Cortana, its built-in digital assistant included in Windows 10 operating systems. Apple has Siri, its own digital assistant. Then, of course, there is Amazon’s Alexa. Which, unless you have been living under a rock, might be the most well known digital assistant thanks to Amazon’s marketing campaigns and the…
At long last, Xbox One controller remapping has arrived.
Xbox One owners now have the ability to remap buttons on the standard Xbox One controller. After the firmware update, the feature will be available through the Xbox Accessories app. Button remapping will be done in pairs according to Major Nelson. So that means if you change the…
Google has announced end of support for XP, Vista, and OS X.
Google announced that it will no longer be supporting its Chrome browser on systems running Microsoft XP and Vista as well as Mac OS X versions 10.6, 10.7 and 10.8.
Starting April 2016, Google will no longer release updates and security fixes for their…
Microsoft plans to make Windows 10 upgrade a "Recommended Update."
Over the past three months, Microsoft has seen a steady 1.5% increase in market share directly relating to the Windows 10 operating system. But that trend has started to slow as users stop upgrading.
Windows 7 is still the fan favorite with about 55% of the…
With Windows 10’s arrival comes all sorts of great new features, many of which are unprecedented. Here are four new features that you should check out on your Windows 10 device.
Microsoft OneDrive Integration
Microsoft’s cloud storage solution, OneDrive, is a major focus with Windows 10, especially with the cloud growing more important for modern companies. With…
New Ransomware Disguised as Windows 10 Launcher
You may have already received the Windows 10 upgrade notifications on your PC. You many not want it, but it's not going anywhere and you'll get it soon enough.
However, be cautious with your emails.
There is a fake Windows 10 upgrade email floating around the Internet, which contains a program…
Microsoft is forced to shut down Facebook integration.
There is trouble in the vast sea of 1's and 0's. Due to an update recently released by Facebook for their Graph API, Microsoft was forced to shut down all of its Facebook-related Connect features.
According to Microsoft's support page:
"Facebook has made an update to their Graph API…
It seems Microsoft took note of the 5 million Chromebooks sold.
Microsoft is set to release two new laptop lines to the market this year. To most people, this is not very newsworthy. What is newsworthy is that Microsoft plans to target the business segment created by Google and their Chromebook. Microsoft is planning on…