If you’re not enrolled in the Insider Program, you’ll be able to test the new Task Manager in the spring of 2020. Windows 10 Task Manager now displays disk type information Microsoft decided to add a new Disk Type feature in Task Manager’s Performance tab. This helps Windows 10 users to identify the type of disks (HDDs or SSDs) attached to their devices. Microsoft referred to this change as being a “convenient change” and said that it helps users to differentiate between all the disks listed in the performance tab....

Update KB3193494 now replaces cumulative update KB3189866, bringing the same content in terms of fixes and improvements. Microsoft explained that the install issues users had encountered last week were due to a network transmission bug and added that the best way to solve this problem was to reissue the update. KB3193494 brings the following quality improvements and security fixes: Improved reliability of Windows Shell, map apps, Internet Explorer 11, and Microsoft Edge....

Instead, they seem to have opted for the old-fashioned, and extremely annoying, nag screens. Microsoft is nagging users about their new features After the latest Windows 10 updates, there appears to be an increase in notifications that urge users to: Back before the updates, these prompts would appear only after a clean installation of Windows 10, or when you start of the device for the very first time. However, Microsoft later started pushing even more notifications onto users’ screens....

This feature is part of the Windows Update for Business set of features, so its main purpose is to help companies manage updates easier. Now that Microsoft has released the Anniversary Update, users who installed version 1607 of Windows have noticed a different client update scheme. In a blog post, Michael Niehaus, a Microsoft senior product marketing manager for Windows, told users who started deploying Windows 10 1607 that there’s a “change in the behavior of the Windows Update agent for PCs that are configured to pull updates from WSUS....

The new update brings no new system features to the table, but instead focuses on resolving some of the known problems. More precisely this update deals with deployment issues with apps using AppLocker, and problems with launching apps after waking up from Connected Standby Mode. Here’s the complete changelog of cumulative update KB4034660 for Windows 10 version 1511: “Addressed issue where, when deploying an application to a device that is managed by AppLocker, the application deployment fails....

However, if you updated to Windows 10 version 2004 and you’re using an SSD, you will notice that the system defragments your disk every day if you restart your computer. It’s not recommended to defragment your SSD too often as it might result in shortening its life. Why is Windows 10 defragging my SSD every day? If you check the Automatic Maintenance feature in Windows 10, you will see that the OS performs some maintenance tasks based on a schedule....

A Windows 11 build got leaked earlier this week, much to everyone’s delight, and gave us a pretty good idea of what to expect in the near future. The first Windows 11 build is highly restrictive A new SKU, which is called Windows 11 SE, has been discovered recently and it seems to be a primordial version of the OS, but with some pretty tough restrictions to what users can actually do....

There are many potential security threats and costs incurred in continuing to use Windows 7 just after the tech giant officially ends support for the OS. Are you planning to upgrade? There are many Windows 7 users and even IT departments unaware of the approaching end of support deadline. Some are aware of the deadline but have not yet planned to migrate to other platforms. Some IT professionals will even have to be pay Microsoft for extended support beyond January 14, 2020....

Now, version v1.2.0.10 is here and it brings the following novelties: 24 hour time format now displayed across the app for main clock, world clocks and alarm time. Other minor UI and performance improvements made You should go ahead and follow the link from below to download and install the updated Alarm Clock HD on your Windows 8.1 and Windows 8 devices. Download Alarm Clock HD for Windows 8...

The release note says that Line icons have been updated and several bug fixes have been put in place. Looking through the Windows Store reviews from Line users, I’ve seen that the performance improvements refer to the fact that Line app now opens faster in Windows 8.1, and several crash and hanging reports seem to have been eradicated. Read Also: Windows Live Messenger for Windows 8: Where is it? Inside the Windows 8 Line app you can send emoji, photos, videos and voice messages and use popular characters from all over the globe....

As a plus to the Windows 10 operating system, Microsoft introduced a one application platform meaning that it can run on all your Windows devices like Desktop PCs, laptops, tablets, Smartphone’s and of course having the same “Store” feature on all. RELATED: Microsoft offering free Windows 10 upgrade to cloud service subscribers Should I install Windows 10 or stick to Windows 8.1, 8? For all of the fans of the Windows start menu, you will be pleased to find out that Windows 10 has this feature available again....

Extended support for Windows Vista ended in April 2017, meaning that Microsoft stopped pushing security updates for that version of the OS. An exception from the rule Despite having its extended support removed, Windows Vista still benefitted from a security patch on the Patch Day of June 2017. This, however, was an exception from the rule and Vista users shouldn’t expect something similar anytime soon. That patch also contained security updates for Windows XP, which is an even older version of Windows....

Trial period So far, players on Xbox One, Xbox Series S, Xbox Series X, and Playstation 5 accessed the 10-hour trial before the official release scheduled for October 1, 2021. Once the 10-hour period elapses, players will no longer access the game, but their progress will be saved and carried over once the game is active again upon release, subject to making a purchase. Disappointment galore Xbox Series S players have a mouthful of complaints so far....

It just goes to show how much work this new operating system still needs, and why user feedback is critical in this early stage. The silver lining here is that the community is constantly flagging these issues so that Microsoft can take action and actually solve them before the OS goes live. Xbox Game Bar not properly recording And speaking about Windows 11 bugs, users keep signalling major issues going on with the Xbox Game Bar....

Fortunately, the latest Windows 10 build introduces an improvement to the slow motion capture feature. Insiders can now use this mode using whatever setting is convenient, with the ability to add slow motion effects later in the editing stage using the Photos app. The update is available for both PC and Mobile and should become available for all Windows users next month when the Anniversary Update is rolled out. The Windows 10 Photos app recently received another useful update as the app can now handle mouse actions better....

With Windows 10 build 14328, every Windows Insider who installed the latest build can now interact with Cortana directly on the Lock Screen. Since Cortana integration is part of build 14328, nothing needs to be done to activate it, as it is automatic. In the case Cortana doesn’t appear on the Lock Screen, you can easily turn this option on. Open Cortana, go to Settings, and toggle “Let me use Cortana even when my device is locked,” and the virtual assistant will appear there from now on....

As Microsoft says, there are currently no websites or apps that support this feature. However, the latest Windows 10 Preview build 14342 brought the new settings page in which apps for websites will be listed. This is similar to the ability to reset apps in Windows 10 which debuted in one of the previous builds but still isn’t fully functional. To access the settings page where you can manage apps for websites, go to Settings > System > Apps for websites....

Visual Studio 2017 has also been updated to add support for .NET Framework 4.7. Some of the improvements brought by .NET Framework 4.7 include the following: High DPI support for Windows Forms apps on Windows 10, including DPI improvements for the use of high-res icons and glyphs, a layout optimized correctly for high DPI screens, improved support for changes in DPI, and more Enhanced support for cryptography Touch support for WPF apps on Windows 10 Reliability and performance improvements...

Make sure to check them out and give us a shout about your choices. Note: Deals are subject to change. Keep in mind that the price tag may vary as some of the discounts may no longer be available by the time you’ve made your purchasing decision. So, hurry up and hit the buy button. Which are the best Black Friday deals available for PC games? Genre: First-Person Shooter Description: Wolfenstein II: The New Colossus continues the story of William Joseph “B....

Have you made an audio recording during the concert of your favorite singer and would you like to edit it to get rid of the unwanted parts? In the following article, you can find the best software tools to cut songs. You just have to choose what you think can do most for you, follow the instructions for use and the game will be done. What is the best software to split songs?...