Tag: windows
Clues in Windows 11 suggest Microsoft has a nifty plan to help you move all your stuff from an old PC to a new computer more easily and conveniently
A new ‘Migration’ feature has been found by digging around in the inner workings of Windows 11 It’s part of the Backup app and allows for a wireless transfer of all your files and settings from an old PC to a new one The idea is to use Nearby Sharing,…
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Windows 11 24H2 hasn’t raised the bar for the operating system’s CPU requirements, Microsoft clarifies
Some reports mistakenly claimed Windows 11 24H2 has dropped support for Intel 8th, 9th, and 10th-gen CPUs Microsoft has made it clear this isn’t the case The confusion arose due to a support document which is correct, but aimed at PC makers, so it only applies to new, not existing,…
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New patch for Windows 11 24H2 reportedly plays havoc with File Explorer, and some folks are claiming it’s broken their PC
Windows 11 patch is causing problems with File Explorer for some This means that some – or most – folders on the desktop are failing to open There are also reports of installation failures and PCs failing to boot Microsoft’s latest update for Windows 11 has thrown some more spanners…
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Windows 11 fully streamlined in just two clicks? Talon utility promises to rip all the bloatware out of Microsoft’s OS in a hassle-free way
Talon is a debloating tool designed for those who aren’t tech-savvy It does everything for you in running a fully automated debloat of Windows Bear in mind that third-party apps are used at your own risk, though the developer of Talon seems commendably transparent Fed up with Windows 11’s bits…
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Are you unable to get security updates for Windows 11 24H2? Here’s the likely reason why, and the fix to get your PC safe and secure again
Windows 11 24H2 has a bug that can break security updates completely This only applies to those who’ve installed using media such as a USB stick It affects certain versions of Windows 11 24H2 from late last year, and the fix is a reinstallation using a newer version This is…
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Windows 11 users with iPhones: if you’re jealous of Android’s Start menu integration, here’s some good news – Apple phones are now getting it
Windows 11 24H2 introduced a Start menu side panel for Android users This same panel is now in testing for iPhone owners A couple of other capabilities are being added, including a button to swiftly and conveniently send files from your PC to your phone Windows 11 users with an…
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