Tips to make sure your computer is secure
While computer security comes to mind at work, you need to keep your computer and other personal devices as secure as you do your work devices.
Someone made a real gravestone for Microsoft Internet Explorer
It’s been a typical tradition for internet users to photoshop the name of a dead product on a gravestone, but someone made a real one for Internet Explorer.
New York state’s “Right to Repair” law could have a ripple effect
New York’s passage of the nation’s first consumer electronics “right-to-repair” law represents a rare success for consumer groups and advocates.
Report: Microsoft zero-day flaw remains unpatched
Ars Technica, via Wired, reports that an active Microsoft zero-day flaw has yet to be patched or closed by the company.
Microsoft confirms Call of Duty will continue to be available on PlayStation
Microsoft has confirmed that Call of Duty and other popular Activision Blizzard titles will remain available on Sony’s PlayStation through, and beyond, existing agreements.
Microsoft to acquire Activision Blizzard for $68.7 billion
This morning, Microsoft announced plans to acquire Activision Blizzard, known for the Call of Duty, Warcraft, and Diablo franchises, for a whopping $68.7 billion.
A new report says DHL is now the most imitated brand in phishing attempts
A new report from Check Point Research says DHL has replaced Microsoft as the most imitated brand in phishing attempts.
[CES 2022] OWC announces the release of SoftRAID 3.0 for Windows
OWC makes storage systems for both Mac and PC, and they have announced the release of SoftRAID 3.0 for Windows. Read on to find out more.
Microsoft is gifting 50,000 Microsoft Store gift cards to random users
Microsoft is in a very merry mood this season as they’re randomly sending 50,000 users gift cards to the Microsoft Store; check your spam!
Microsoft announces new Surface products ahead of Windows 11
September tech announcements aren’t over yet as Microsoft today announced brand new Surface products ahead of Windows 11.
Lenovo announces new IdeaPads and detachable Chromebook
Lenovo today announced two new IdeaPad laptops launching with Windows 11 and a detachable Chromebook for those on the move.
Microsoft announces Windows 11 will be available on October 5th
Microsoft today announced October 5th as the day of its much anticipated Windows 11 operating system for eligible devices. Read on for more.
Microsoft 365 set to increase commercial price starting March 2022
Microsoft 365 is a widely used office suite by business and regular users, and now the price is set to increase for business users.
Windows 11 officially announced, available as free upgrade later this year
Windows 11 was officially announced today, after weeks of leaks. The next version of Microsoft’s PC operating system features a new look and plenty of new features.
The antitrust package unpacked in Congress faces committee vote Wednesday
It will be interesting to see what this antitrust package produces and if it actually goes anywhere.
Windows 10 support ends in 2025 but it will still work
The news of this popular OS coming to an end was first reported by Paul Thurrot back in June.
Microsft planning Xbox streaming devices and smart TV integration
While console gaming is here to stay with the Xbox Series X|S, Xbox has been hard at work bringing gaming to other screens like smartphones (through Xbox cloud gaming) and browsers.
Xbox 20th anniversary celebration on through November
The original Xbox was released back in November 2001, and even though November is a few months off, the Xbox 20th anniversary celebration has begun.
Microsoft to permanently remove Adobe Flash from Windows 10
Microsoft is citing security concerns with Flash as the reason it is making this move.
Infographic: Big tech companies are investing in Africa
Microsoft is also investing in Africa with the Microsoft Africa Development Center (ADC) and the Microsoft Africa Research Institute (MARI) in Nairobi, Kenya.
Infographic: The history and the evolution of Windows OS
Microsoft is inevitable in our lives. This is a brief history and evolution of Windows OS.
Xbox Series X review: Not a must-have, but you won’t be disappointed
As is usually the case with next-gen game consoles, they get better over time. The same is holding true for the Xbox Series X, so far.
Rumor: Microsoft reportedly purchasing Discord for US$10 billion
Reportedly, Epic Games and Amazon were also in the fray and considering the purchase of Discord. VentureBeat has also reported that the company had been discussing sale options with “multiple parties.”
After public backlash, Microsoft retains current Xbox Live Gold pricing
“We messed up today and you were right to let us know. As a result, we have decided not to change Xbox Live Gold pricing.”
Microsoft Flight Simulator 2020 gets VR support
The free update supports most Windows Mixed Reality, Oculus, Valve, and HTC VR headsets. The game is available on Windows 10, Steam, and Xbox Game Pass for PC.
30 Xbox Series X optimized launch games detailed by Microsoft
Unlike previous generations that relied on launch titles, the Xbox Series X|S will allow gamers to play thousands of previous gen Xbox games on the day of launch.
Microsoft buys Bethesda, what does it mean for PS5?
The $7.5billion deal also includes Arkane Studios, id Software, Tango Gameworks, Alpha Dog, Roundhouse Studios, MachineWorks, and ZeniMax Online.
The Microsoft Surface Duo is now available for pre-order
The Surface Duo will set you back between US$1399.99 and $1499.99 and comes with the smartphone, a bumper case, and an 18W USB-C power supply.
