Microsoft Tips, Tricks & Info
2026AUG18
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Microsoft says Windows 11 KB5101684 makes your PC more reliable, especially on devices with low amounts of system memory: PCs with 8GB RAM or less should feel more responsive
Windows 11 is getting more reliability and performance upgrades with its latest update, which will benefit PCs with low amounts of system memory.
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I do these 4 things after every Windows install to keep it running fast
Windows doesn't slow down only because of the apps you install. Some of the drag is built in from the start. A fresh install can already have well over a hundred processes running at idle, including some background services and features you may never use. I used to assume Windows simply got slower with age until I noticed the sluggishness showing up on a fresh setup too.
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Firefox and Brave to continue support for uBlock Origin as Chrome and Edge phase it out
Microsoft Edge will soon drop support for Manifest Version 2 (MV2), which means uBlock Origin will stop working in the browser. But Windows 11 users still have some browsing options that will support uBlock Origin and other MV2 extensions.
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Microsoft acknowledges bug affecting Copilot in classic Outlook
A bug that appears with build 20026.20182 of classic Outlook prevents access to Copilot Chat and removes Copilot entry points within the app. Only classic Outlook is affected, meaning Copilot still appears and works as usual within the web version of Outlook and other versions.
Further reading:
- Former Microsoft engineer develops Outlook alternative inspired by Windows Phone - windowscentral.com
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I tried Windows 11's new customizable context menus, and they're a major improvement: Microsoft will let you restore Windows 10 style vertical layout for primary actions and more
We go hands-on with the new customizable context menu options coming soon to Windows 11 that make them faster and easier to use!
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Microsoft is cutting off new Office features on Windows 10 soon
Microsoft is stepping up the pressure on Windows 10 users by winding down support for Microsoft 365 Apps on Windows 10, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. After August 2026, Microsoft 365 Apps on Windows 10 will no longer receive new features, and only receive security updates for customers with an active Office subscription.
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Everything To Know Before Putting Your Car Key On An Android Phone Read More
Your Android phone can be the home to your car keys in Google Wallet, but here's everything you need to know before setting up this feature with a compatible car.
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My car's built-in navigation is useless, so I made Android Auto the only screen I use
There just isn't much that's useful about my car's built-in software, so recently, Android Auto has become the only screen I really care to use inside my car. And you can do it, too, using an old phone and some software trickery.
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20 tricks for more efficient Android messaging
Save time and communicate more effectively with these easy-to-miss advanced options for Google Messages on Android.
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Pixel 11 envy? Here’s how to unlock its best new feature on any Android device
You don't have to drop hundreds of dollars on a new Pixel 11 to enjoy Google's most eye-catching upgrade.
Further reading:
- How to bring the best Android 17 features to any Android phone today - computerworld.com
