It should be pointed out that Belfiore actually returned to Microsoft late last year. However, this is his official return. When he left, there was a feeling that Belfiore’s sabbatical was corporate speak and he would move on to something else. As it is, he is back and could be leading Microsoft into a new era of Windows computing. If you are unfamiliar with Joe Belfiore, he is a 25-year Microsoft veteran....
For the first time, AV-TEST is finally deeming Windows Defender a top-rated antivirus product. In the past, Microsoft’s Windows protection suite has often been viewed as a basic substitute for a third-party. The most consistent lapse when comparing was Defender would sometimes miss threats. The evidence for this is obvious. People have historically sought out third party antivirus tools like AVG, Avast, Norton, or any other of the myriad excellent options available....
The total RRP value of the gold is around $70, with up to 3200 gamerscore up for grabs. As always you’ll need an active Xbox Live Gold subscription to download them and they’ll appear automatically under ‘Ready to Install’. In terms of the titles themselves, Prison Architect is a clear highlight. It’s the most expensive title and one of the newest. In it, players manage a high-security prison, building the facilities, managing inmates, and more....
The suffix with numbers will be hidden away in most games, with Microsoft using a different, lighter font to put the focus on the original username (WinBuzzer#1023). However, it’s worth noting that games that don’t currently support this feature will show the numbers in the regular font with no suffix (WinBuzzer1023). Numbers being appended so obviously to the name in “many games and apps” may be a turn off for some....
“When a new game comes out not all my friends are able to buy it right away or pre-order because lets be real here: games are expensive…. Sometimes I just want to get the game for them (you know help a bro out) cuz I wannaplay with them,” said user MsOPG way back in 2014. It’s Twitter user Stefan K we have to thank for this latest information, however. He asked Ybarra the following:...
Current CFO Ken Goldman will also step aside once the sale closes. The company also announced its new CEO for the post-Verizon deal. Thomas J. McInerney, the former CFO of IAC, will assume the position, while Alexi Wellman will replace Goldman. Yahoo! had already confirmed that Marissa Mayer would step down from the board after the sale. None of these announcements are surprising. The former Google executive is known to have been against the decision to sell to Verizon....
It’s not cheap, but attendees will gain access to discussions, demos, and sessions from Microsoft experts, and usually get a look at Windows 10’s upcoming features. It’s also a chance for developers to network with like-minded people through with meetups, live music, celebrations, and more. The first day will contain a keynote by CEO Satya Nadella, as well as presentations and training labs. The following two days won’t feature Nadella but will have similar sessions and events....
Previously, the Feedback Hub would display information in the system language exclusively. This meant users from Germany, for example, would only see posts by German users. Due to the limited number of users posting feedback in the language, this made it difficult to create widespread discussion and meant Microsoft would have to translate any feedback. Insider Fast Ring users will now notice a language drop down to access the US version of the Hub....
Zoom’s success has not been in isolation. Similar tools like Microsoft Teams and Google Meet have also enjoyed massive growth, albeit not to the same extent. One thing that has kept a service like Teams separate from Zoom is it does much more than videoconferencing. However, that could soon change as Zoom is readying email and calendar features. On Microsoft Teams, users get a deep catalog of features that make it more than a videoconferencing service....
It’s especially important when studying. Every minute matters. You can learn a new subject, add a few sentences to your essay, or do a tiny speed test. However, if the circumstances are really harsh, there’s always an option to look for external help. Students tend to overwork often, which causes the loss of motivation or even depression. That’s why academic help services are so popular nowadays. It’s as easy as googling “service to write my essay for me” and getting the job done for you....
How to disable proxy settings in Windows 10 If you are looking for Disable proxy settings in Windows 10, here In this post we explain 3 different ways (1. Internet options, 2. windows 10 settings 3. Registry tweak) Let’s follow. 1 How to disable proxy settings in Windows 101.1 Disable network proxy settings from Internet options1.2 Disable network proxy using Settings app1.3 Disable proxy settings through registry Disable network proxy settings from Internet options From control panel -> Internet options you can easily disable or remove proxy settings on a windows computer....
As such, places like shopping malls, hotels, cafes, and airports are installing Wi-Fi hotspots so that consumers have Internet connectivity while they are out and about. However, while these networks have made our lives easier, not many consider the hidden dangers associated with their use. If you are not using public Wi-Fi without adequate protection, your browsing sessions can be intercepted to steal your personal information. For this reason, make sure you follow these 8 dos and don’ts of using public Wi-Fi....
Launched last year, Microsoft’s Windows Mixed Reality platform was accompanied by OEM-built HMDs. Over their first year of availability, Windows Mixed Reality headsets have sold solid numbers. Not spectacular, but Microsoft knew this was a slow burner in a nascent market that may explode. Heading into the second generation of devices, OEMs will seek to streamline the hardware. On the software front, Microsoft will continue to develop Windows Mixed Reality to entice both developers and users....
Adobe leveraged Microsoft’s AI expertise to help create Intelligent Agents, which works within the company’s Document Cloud software. While the prototype is unlikely to be available just yet, Adobe has given a full break down of its capabilities at Sneaks, an event that shows what software the company is working on. While Intelligent Agents seems functional, Adobe is non-committal on a release date. However, it seems a surefire developmental tool that will one day be available on Document Cloud....
The only caveat is you will need to have an Adobe account to access Photoshop for free on the web. This free-to-use model is currently in preview so Adobe can test the situation. That trial is only available in Canada, but the company says it may extend to our countries. If the trial is successful, the free web Photoshop will roll out everywhere. As for having an Adobe account, it is worth noting a free account is all that is needed to enjoy Photoshop at no cost....
Certainly, last month was a busy one in terms of patches for the platform. On August Patch Tuesday, Microsoft managed to cause issues for Visual Basic, Visual Basic for Applications, and VBScript. The company has since sent out solutions for all those bugs, although the patches arrive sporadically over August. The good news is August patches can now be downloaded safely without these Visual Basic problem. Looking specifically at Windows 10 and more specifically at Windows 10 version 1903....
When compared to Intel’s Core i9 family, the new Ryzen CPUs will have discounts of up to $1,000, and will likely hit the market first. We now know the following: A 16-core, 32-thread 3.4GHz Threadripper 1950X will retail at $999 A 12-core, 24-thread 3.5 GHz Threadripper 1920X will retail at $799 When you compare Intel’s 16-core, 32-thread option, that’s a whole $700 less, and the 12-core i9-7920X is $400 extra....
If you’re unfamiliar with the Arden SOC, it is the CPU that powers Microsoft’s upcoming Xbox Series X console. According to AMD, it received contact by an anonymous person who said they had test files for current and upcoming GPUs. Those stolen files have recently been leaked online. However, they are no longer available after AMD successfully had them removed. In a statement, the company confirmed the theft but claims it wasn’t a serious leak of information....
In other words, users are no longer able to fix their own Mac. Apple says not running the new software after a repair will make the device “inoperative”. Most other companies would make this software available for download. Apple is different. This software is only available to authorized repair partners, including its own stores. Independent computer repairers who do general hardware fixes are unable to fix Mac devices with the T2 chip....
USB Restricted mode rejects USB connections through the Lightning port if the iPhone has not been unlocked in the last hour. At its core, this means hackers, data thieves, or even prying authorities from unlocking a device by connecting it to a PC. Just this week Apple talked up the ability of Restricted mode to protect people from law enforcement and thieves. However, the company wanted to clarify it is not trying to make life difficult for police forces: “At Apple, we put the customer at the center of everything we design....
