Monday, August 28, 2023

MS_Tips Tricks & Info_2023AUG29

 


Microsoft Tips, Tricks & Info


2023AUG29


Table of Contents / Source:

Windows 11 is getting two new features that’ll save you time in spades - techradar.com
Is your PC acting up? Here’s how to fix it - digitaltrends.com
Is it bad to leave your laptop always plugged in? - pcworld.com
How to Fix the Flickering Mouse Pointer on Windows - makeuseof.com
Don’t click that ad! It could be hiding malware - komando.com
Microsoft is getting rid of a bunch of features in Edge soon - xda-developers.com
7 Noteworthy Changes in the Windows 11 File Explorer - makeuseof.com
DuckDuckGo: What to Know About Google Search's Privacy-Focused Rival - cnet.com
Brave is Adding a Native AI Assistant to its Browser - thurrott.com
Dolby could kill off soundbars with its new wireless audio technology - bgr.com


Windows 11 is getting two new features that’ll save you time in spades

The latest preview build for Windows 11 shows off a new Settings homepage, complete with fresh backup capabilities for the OS.


Further reading:

  • Windows 11 will soon get a settings homepage that puts your most-used controls in one place - theverge.com
  • Windows 11 gets new homepage for easy access to settings - androidheadlines.com
  • Microsoft wants you to learn more about new features in Windows 11 - bleepingcomputer.com

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Is your PC acting up? Here’s how to fix it

Not every malfunction requires taking the PC to a professional repair service (although some of them definitely do). If you’re unhappy with the way your PC performs, start by checking out our comprehensive guide to troubleshooting a PC, because it might turn out to be the only thing you need to get it all fixed. On the other hand, if your computer won’t turn on at all, we have a separate guide for you.


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Is it bad to leave your laptop always plugged in?

Nowadays, laptop batteries are increasingly built into the notebook housing and cannot be replaced so easily. So the question quickly arises: Does this constant charging damage the battery or shorten its life? We give the answer.




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How to Fix the Flickering Mouse Pointer on Windows

A flickering mouse pointer issue on Windows is more common than you might think. In most cases, you may be able to fix it with a system reboot. However, if that does not work, you may need to dig deep to find the underlying cause.




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Don’t click that ad! It could be hiding malware

Malware can come from pretty much anywhere nowadays. Just previewing a Word doc could infect your device. Here’s what you need to know to stay safe.


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Microsoft is getting rid of a bunch of features in Edge soon

Many Edge customers will be pleased to know that Microsoft is cutting down on some bloat in its browser soon.


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7 Noteworthy Changes in the Windows 11 File Explorer

Windows File Explorer is one of the areas where Microsoft made some exciting additions that were absent in older versions. In this post, we will discuss all the noteworthy changes done to the File Explorer, some of which are yet to arrive in stable builds at the time of writing.


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DuckDuckGo: What to Know About Google Search's Privacy-Focused Rival

Here's what you need to know about DuckDuckGo and how it tries to keep your searches more secure.


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Brave is Adding a Native AI Assistant to its Browser

Brave announced today that it has begun testing a new AI assistant called Leo that will be built into its flagship web browser. It’s available now in early pre-release nightly builds of Brave.


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Dolby could kill off soundbars with its new wireless audio technology

Yes! Death to soundbars! Let us live in a future with good audio on our televisions!