Microsoft Tips, Tricks & Info
2023SEP19
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Windows 11 update reportedly causes havoc, from gaming glitches to boot failures
The latest update sounds like a nightmare for some users
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8 Ways to Fix the “Your PC Did Not Start Correctly” Error
It can be worrying to get the dreaded "your PC did not start correctly" error, but there are several ways you can fix it.
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Huge security breach affects Chrome, Firefox, Brave, Edge, and plenty more apps besides - here's what you need to know
There’s a major security flaw concerning many of the best browsers and other apps that you must address as soon as possible to prevent hackers from attacking your device.
Further reading:
- Chrome, Firefox and more caught with their WebP down, offer hasty patch-up - theregister.com
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Microsoft Paint is finally adding some of Photoshop’s best features
With support for transparency and layers, Microsoft Paint will get Photoshop’s most essential feature for doing actual image editing work.
Further reading:
- Microsoft is testing a background removal tool in Paint - theverge.com
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Windows 11 will let you copy text from your PC and Android screenshots soon
The Windows Photos app is getting background blur, and Snipping Tool will copy text from your PC or Android screenshots.
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How to watch the Microsoft Surface Event 2023
The Surface event is coming soon!
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Microsoft quietly reveals Windows 11’s next big update could be about to arrive
Get ready for the Windows 11 23H2 update.
Further reading:
- Microsoft releases Windows 11 update to block password-stealing attacks - techradar.com
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Can I Work Offline With Office 365?
While Microsoft's Office 365 subscription-based plans require Internet access to sign up, you can still use Word, Excel, PowerPoint and other Office applications while you're offline.
How to remove a browser hijacker
Has your web browser been acting strangely recently? Perhaps the home page you set has been changed to something you’ve never heard of, or a new search engine has been set as the default.
If either of these sound familiar, you’re probably the victim of a browser hijacker. Also known as a browser redirect virus, these seemingly harmless pieces of software can seriously disrupt your web browsing experience.
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Google will now require external AOSP contributions to be reviewed
Two Google reviewers must sign off on these types of contributions.
