Microsoft Tips, Tricks & Info
2024JUN18
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Microsoft fixed a security flaw that could have let hackers install malware via Wi-Fi
All current versions of Windows are affected.
Further reading:
- New Wi-Fi Takeover Attack—All Windows Users Warned To Update Now - forbes.com
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How to reset Windows 11 without losing your apps, files, and settings
You can now reinstall the operating system without losing your personal or customized content. With this procedure, your Windows system files, updates, and other components are reinstalled or repaired. If all goes well, this process should fix any problems in the OS while preserving your apps, files, and settings. Let's see how this works.
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Microsoft Delays Windows Recall Rollout Amid Security Concerns
Microsoft won't release Recall with its Copilot+ PCs. Instead, it's testing Recall with its Windows Insider Program.
Further reading:
- The Real Problem With Recall: People Don't Trust Microsoft - pcmag.com
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How to turn off Windows’ aging activity tracker
Introduced for Timeline in Windows 10, the feature continued to record your PC history in Windows 11.
Windows now has AI-powered copy and paste
Microsoft is adding a new Advanced Paste feature to PowerToys for Windows 11 that can convert your clipboard content on the fly with the power of AI.
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Firefox is on track to support Chrome's new extensions in time for the death of Manifest V2
Unlike Chrome, Firefox has no plans to deprecate MV2 extensions, so if you've been using Firefox for a while, nothing will change with your extensions. Even better, Mozilla makes it clear that it has no plans to deprecate the webRequest API that's critical to how many ad blockers work.
Further reading:
- How Chrome’s Manifest V3 will change the game for ad blockers - techradar.com
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The Best Photoshop Alternatives If You Want to Avoid Adobe
Get your photo editing fixes elsewhere.
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4 Google One VPN alternatives I'd switch to before the service shuts down
With Google, you never know which service will be discontinued next. The search engine giant is known for shutting down services out of the blue, and the latest one is VPN by Google One.
Further reading:
- Google One VPN rebrands as Pixel VPN as service axed for most - techradar.com
- Pixel VPN by Google rolling out, Android 14 QPR3 not required - 9to5google.com
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How to mirror your Android phone to a TV - 3 easy ways
Want to watch videos or play games from your Android phone or tablet on your TV? You can do that by mirroring your device on your big-screen television.
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How to enable UWB on Android - and why you should (your car is one reason)
Have you ever wanted to unlock your car with your phone?
Sounds futuristic, doesn't it? Well, the future is upon us, thanks to UWB.
