Showing posts with label Google I/O 2023. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Google I/O 2023. Show all posts

Monday, May 15, 2023

MS_Tips Tricks & Info_2023MAY16


Microsoft Tips, Tricks & Info


2023MAY16


Table of Contents / Source:

Microsoft releases update that allows iPhone users to text from Windows - cnbc.com
Forget About Passwords: How to Log In to Google With a Passkey - cnet.com
The next big Windows 11 feature update is imminent — here's what's new - windowscentral.com
5 ways you’re killing your laptop’s battery without realizing it - komando.com
How to Use Excel's CHOOSE Function to Select Data Based on Criteria - makeuseof.com
100% Disk Usage in Windows 10? 18 Tips and Tricks to Fix This Issue - makeuseof.com
Bing Chat can now respond to questions with images, charts and other visual elements - zdnet.com
With AI and New Gadgets, Google Gets Some Mojo Back at Google I/O - cnet.com
Android's huge Find My Device upgrade is as controversial as it is useful - techradar.com
How to share a Wi-Fi password from your iPhone to an Android phone - androidpolice.com

 Microsoft releases update that allows iPhone users to text from Windows

  • Microsoft Windows users are now able to send texts from their iPhones through their desktops, allowing users to essentially operate their phones from their PCs.
  • Most Americans use iPhones, and Apple’s PC and phone integration is one advantage that helps explain why its Mac laptops have been taking market share over Windows PCs in recent years.


Microsoft Windows update allows iPhone users to text (cnbc.com)

Further reading:

  • Windows 11 users can now link their iPhones and use iMessage from a PC - theverge.com
  • Windows 11 PCs can now send and receive iMessages - windowscentral.com
  • Phone Link for iOS is now available to all Windows 11 users - techcrunch.com
  • How to Connect an iPhone to Windows 11 - pcmag.com

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Forget About Passwords: How to Log In to Google With a Passkey

Tired of managing passwords? Google has a new solution for you.


Forget About Passwords: How to Log In to Google With a Passkey - CNET

Further reading:

  • How to use a passkey to sign in to your Google account - theverge.com
  • Ditch your Google password and set up a passkey instead - popsci.com

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The next big Windows 11 feature update is imminent — here's what's new

Microsoft is gearing up to ship yet another feature drop for Windows 11 users in the next handful of weeks, and this one is set to feature lots of quality-of-life improvements to areas such as the Taskbar, Widgets Board, Settings, and accessibility features. 


The next big Windows 11 feature update is imminent — here's what's new (msn.com)

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5 ways you’re killing your laptop’s battery without realizing it

Computers get faster and more advanced daily, but that doesn’t mean you should constantly upgrade. Here are essential laptop maintenance tips that’ll keep your rig running smoothly for a long time.

Batteries aren’t meant to last forever. The one in your laptop has a limited lifecycle, just like any other. You don’t want it dying when you’re in the middle of some big project, do you? 

Here are five ways you’re shortening your laptop’s battery life.


Stop these 5 bad habits now to save your laptop battery (komando.com)

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How to Use Excel's CHOOSE Function to Select Data Based on Criteria

Do you struggle with selecting data in Excel? Learn how to use the CHOOSE function to quickly and easily select data based on specific criteria.


How to Use Excel's CHOOSE Function to Select Data Based on Criteria (makeuseof.com)

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100% Disk Usage in Windows 10? 18 Tips and Tricks to Fix This Issue

When the error was first discovered, only a few culprits were found. But as time passed, despite the 100% disk usage error being reported to Microsoft, more causes of this bug have been discovered...

Even if you find a solution, a Windows Update could reset the changes you've made. Bookmarking this page will help you find it in the future and run through the fixes again.


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Bing Chat can now respond to questions with images, charts and other visual elements

The new features promised by Microsoft are quickly becoming available to users.

With AI and New Gadgets, Google Gets Some Mojo Back at Google I/O

It's been rough for months, but with compelling new AI tools and gadgets at Google I/O, the company showed it's got its mojo back.



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Android's huge Find My Device upgrade is as controversial as it is useful 

Android's huge Find My Device upgrade is as controversial as it is useful


Android's huge Find My Device upgrade is as controversial as it is useful (msn.com)


Further reading:
  • Google AirTags: why the incoming Apple rivals could take over the world - techradar.com

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How to share a Wi-Fi password from your iPhone to an Android phone

It just works...or does it?


How to share a Wi-Fi password from your iPhone to an Android phone (androidpolice.com)


                                                                                                                                                                      



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Monday, May 1, 2023

MS_Tips Tricks & Info_2023MAY02

 


Microsoft Tips, Tricks & Info


2023MAY02


Table of Contents / Source:

No more feature updates for Windows 10 – current version is final - theregister.com
The end of Microsoft-brand peripherals is only Surface deep - theregister.com
What Is the Wacatac.B!ml Trojan? How to Remove It From Windows - makeuseof.com
How to Use System Restore to Revert Windows - makeuseof.com
What Is the Windows Defender Error 0x80004004 and How Do You Fix It? - makeuseof.com
How to use ChatGPT to improve your Microsoft Excel skills, from identifying formulas to learning keyboard shortcuts - businessinsider.com
Microsoft Edge may let you disable its non-essential parts — and you'll love the reason why - laptopmag.com
Windows 365 offers flexibility from the office or home to the frontline - microsoft365.blog.com
How Zoom, Microsoft Teams, and Google Workspace Stack Up in 2023 - accelerationeconomy.com
Google I/O 2023: How to Watch, Pixel Fold Rumors, Pixel Tablet and What to Expect - cnet.com


No more feature updates for Windows 10 – current version is final

Shift off to Win 11 now, go on... better hope your biz is giving out fresh hardware.



Further reading:

  • It’s the end of the line for yearly Windows 10 updates, says Microsoft - arstechnica.com
  • RIP Windows 10: Here’s when Microsoft is pulling the plug - tomsguide.com

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The end of Microsoft-brand peripherals is only Surface deep

Redmond ditches own line of mice, keyboards, webcams.


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What Is the Wacatac.B!ml Trojan? How to Remove It From Windows

Did Windows Defender warn you during a routine security scan that it detected a threat named Trojan:Script/Wacatac.B!ml? Is it stating that Windows Defender has attempted to remediate the threat but that it was not successful, and further action is required?

If so, your computer has been infected with the Wacatac Trojan, which Windows Defender has been unable to remove automatically. In this article, we will discuss the Trojan in more detail, how it infects your computer, and what you should do when it shows up.





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How to Use System Restore to Revert Windows

System Restore is a Windows feature that helps you undo the changes causing issues after a bad Windows update, Windows Registry modifications, and buggy driver installation.  

Windows creates a restore point automatically when you install a new program, driver, or Windows update. You can also create restore points manually before making changes to your system, like modifying the Windows Registry, etc. Here's how to use system restore on Windows to undo recent changes to your system without deleting your personal files.


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What Is the Windows Defender Error 0x80004004 and How Do You Fix It?

Microsoft Defender, an essential security solution built into Windows, serves to protect your system from security threats and malware. However, like any software, it may encounter errors that can disrupt its operation.

One common issue is the error code 0x80004004, which can hinder your ability to scan the system or utilize the real-time protection feature. In this article, we will delve into the causes of this error and provide effective solutions to resolve it once and for all.


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How to use ChatGPT to improve your Microsoft Excel skills, from identifying formulas to learning keyboard shortcuts

  • Workers have used OpenAI's ChatGPT for dozens of tasks since its November release.
  • While some fear AI may replace their job, others have embraced the technology to improve their productivity.
  • One example is by helping with sometimes tricky programs like Microsoft Excel.

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Microsoft Edge may let you disable its non-essential parts — and you'll love the reason why

Microsoft began testing out a new feature for its Edge browser that will allow users to disable some of its non-essential parts. The idea behind this is to help speed things up for browser users (via Neowin).

Sadly, this is not option isn't widely accessible. It's available to those who are part of the Canary channel as part of a controlled-feature rollout.


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Windows 365 offers flexibility from the office or home to the frontline

Introducing Windows 365 Frontline, delivering the flexibility of the Cloud PC to shift and part-time workers


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How Zoom, Microsoft Teams, and Google Workspace Stack Up in 2023

One app is prized above all others in today’s hybrid business environment: the video conferencing platform. With virtual meetings being the go-to option for many companies, a powerful, reliable video conferencing platform is critical. 

Zoom, Microsoft Teams, and Google Meet, part of Google Workspace, are broadly viewed as the three most popular choices for SMBs and enterprise clients. In this analysis, I’ll lay out the features that set each of these platforms apart. After reviewing each system’s critical performance and accessibility features, I’ll share my perspective on which one ranks highest.


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Google I/O 2023: How to Watch, Pixel Fold Rumors, Pixel Tablet and What to Expect

This year's Google I/O could prove critical for the search giant, especially considering strong AI competition from Microsoft. 




                                                                                                                                                                      


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