Windows 10 Has New Version Number Format

For example, the upcoming feature update will be known as “Windows 10 version 20H2,” and the “20H2” represents the year (20) and the part of the year (H2) indicating that the feature update will release during the second half of 2020. Then on year 2021, there will be two more releases, which will be known as “Windows 10 version 21H1,” “Windows 10 version 21H2,” and so on. The new change means that moving forward you’ll no longer see any other number format, such as “version 2004” or “version 2009,” which usually don’t align with the month the update will be available and forces the company to accelerate the rollout of a new version....

December 11, 2022 · 2 min · 371 words · Muriel Cutrona

Windows 10 Is Getting An Apple Spotlight Like Launcher

The new launcher is expected to feature options to instantly search for apps and files across the system and supported plugins, since Microsoft will also allow developers to plug into the experience. In addition, it’ll also include support the use different search engines, which is quite different from the Start menu that uses Bing search and Microsoft Edge to open results exclusively. Of course, similar to the current Run experience, the new app will include support to quick launch Command Prompt, PowerShell, Registry, and many other shortcuts....

December 11, 2022 · 1 min · 186 words · Lucia Hemmer

Windows 10 Mobile Build 14322 Fixes And Known Issues

Along with the new changes users will find improvements on Action Center and notifications, Cortana gets two new ways to set reminders, phone users can now connect to a network using USB Ethernet adapters, the Lock screen features playback controls and new camera button, there are a few new design changes on the Settings app, and a lot more. In addition to new features and changes, Microsoft is also fixing a large number of bugs, and it’s also listing the known issues with build 14322, which you can see below....

December 11, 2022 · 3 min · 483 words · Margaret Snider

Windows 10 Receives Kb3093266 Update On September 30

As expected, the company isn’t sharing much on what’s new about on the update, it simply describes KB3093266 as cumulative update that includes “improvements to enhance the functionality of Windows 10. Windows 10 updates are cumulative. Therefore, this package contains all previously-released fixes (see KB 3081448). If you have installed previous updates, only the new fixes that are contained in this package will be downloaded and installed to your computer”....

December 11, 2022 · 1 min · 170 words · Antoine Pace

Windows 10 Update Kb4088776 Build 16299 309 Releases

KB4088776 bumps the version number of Windows 10 to build 16299.309, and according to Microsoft, it addresses issues with Windows Mixed Reality, and patches a few vulnerabilities with Microsoft Edge, Windows Shell, Windows Desktop Bridge, and more. What’s new with Windows 10 build 16299.309 Microsoft has announced KB4088776 in the Windows support site, and it’s referred as “March 13, 2018—KB4088776 (OS Build 16299.309)”. If you’re already running the Windows 10 Fall Creators Update on your PC, this update will only address these issues:...

December 11, 2022 · 4 min · 653 words · Dong Lee

Windows 10 Update Kb5005101 Outs For Version 21H2 21H1 20H2 2004

The update KB5005101 bumps the version number to build 19044.1202, 19043.1202, 19042.1202, and 19041.1202 for version 21H2, 21H1, 20H2, and 2004 respectively, and it’s a small update that fixes a problem that causes the Windows Update settings page to stop responding after downloading an optional update. Since this is a cumulative update, this release also includes all the changes found in build 19044.1200. Download September 2021 update for Windows 10 These updates are available immediately, and they will download and install automatically....

December 11, 2022 · 1 min · 139 words · Betty Morrow

Windows 10 Version 1903 May 2019 Update 10 Best New Features

The new version isn’t a massive update, but it’s a smaller release that includes many incremental changes and a few new features around performance, design, security, and productivity. In this guide, we’ll highlight the ten best new features and changes available with the May 2019 Update. (You can also check everything that is new with version 1903 in this extensive guide.) Windows 10 version 1903 (May 2019 Update) new features Windows 10 Light theme 2....

December 11, 2022 · 6 min · 1108 words · Odessa Richardson

Windows 11 Build 22454 Outs With Changes In The Dev Channel

Windows 11 build 22454, according to the company, brings the modern right-context menu to the desktop Recycle Bin. The modern context menu for network shares includes an option to pin to Quick Access without having to switch to the legacy menu. Also, this flight ships with an updated version of the Korean IME. For Windows 11 build 22454, the company is noting a slew of fixes regarding the Start menu, Taskbar, File Explorer, Settings, and more....

December 11, 2022 · 2 min · 256 words · Roger Seiberling

Windows 11 Build 22598 Outs With New Features In Dev And Beta Channels

Windows 11 build 22598, according to the official changelogs, sets the Spotlight for the desktop feature as the new default experience for new installations. Also, it will now try to display 4K desktop backgrounds when enabled. In addition, the Taskbar is getting a minor update that shows when you use spatial sound in the tooltip, and the Get Started app will now launch automatically after an upgrade to highlight the new improvements....

December 11, 2022 · 2 min · 399 words · Diane Watkins

Windows 11 Now Available In The Beta Channel

Although this flight does not introduce new features or changes, it’s a welcome release for those who would like to test the upcoming version of the OS without many of the bugs or problems usually available with builds in the Dev Channel. Also, since the improvements available in the Beta Channel are tight to the next release of Windows, it gives us a clearer picture of the things that are expected to ship with the final version....

December 11, 2022 · 2 min · 287 words · Ronald Clemons

Windows Insider Preview Program Launching Next Week To Access Threshold

There is a new web page floating on the internet listing “Windows TH”, which I can only guess that stands for “Windows Threshold”, however the link to access the Windows Insider Preview Program is currently not working. There is also a “Download the preview” section to what it seems will be the link where users will able to download the Windows Technical Preview ISO 32-bit and 64-bit, but right now it only takes you to a placeholder....

December 11, 2022 · 1 min · 181 words · James Kelly

Windows Sandbox Is A Feature To Run Unknown Apps In Isolation

The feature works like a virtual machine, but it’s just a 100MB lightweight installation of Windows 10 enough to install and run untrusted classic programs isolated from the main installation. Once you finish using the app, the sandbox gets deleted. Although you don’t need to create a virtual machine, it uses hardware virtualization technology and Microsoft’s hypervisor to run a separate kernel which isolates Windows Sandbox from the host, which means that you’ll only be able to use this feature on devices with support for virtualization....

December 11, 2022 · 1 min · 158 words · Howard Barber

Xbox Games With Gold For August Includes Warriors Orochi 3 And Wwe 2K16

As always, there are two games for Xbox One and two for Xbox 360, but remember that you can play all the Xbox 360 titles on your Xbox One console through Backward compatibility. During the month of August 2016, Xbox One owners with an active Xbox Live Gold subscription can download WARRIORS OROCHI 3 Ultimate ($59.99 ERP) for free throughout the month. Then WWE 2K16 ($39.99 ERP) will be available as a free download from August 16th to September 15th....

December 11, 2022 · 2 min · 226 words · Anne Osegueda

Xbox Games With Gold For March 2018

As usual, two of the games will be available for Xbox One, and the other two on Xbox 360. However, you can play every game available through the Game with Gold program on Xbox One using Backward Compatibility. On Xbox One, throughout the month of March, Xbox Live Gold members can download Trials of the Blood Dragon ($14.99 ERP) for free. Also, from March 16 through April 15, SUPERHOT ($24....

December 11, 2022 · 1 min · 162 words · Clara Campbell

Xbox One S Now In Storm Grey And Military Green Colors

Pricing starts at $299 for the 500GB model, and it goes all the way up to $349 for the 1TB model. All bundles come with the Battlefield 1 video game. Here’s the breakdown for the new bundles. Xbox One S Battlefield 1 Bundle You can now pre-order the Xbox One S Battlefield 1 Bundle for only $299. This is a white console that comes with 500GB of internal storage, and it also includes a code to download Battlefield 1 Standard edition and one month of EA Access....

December 11, 2022 · 2 min · 406 words · Patrick Anderson

Automattic Releases Wordpress Desktop App For Windows

WordPress offers two ways of build websites — you can use the free WordPress software to create a self-hosted site on any hosting provider company you want or you can create a hosted website on WordPress.com. The company behind WordPress is Automattic, founded by Matt Mullenweg, and recently they updated its WordPress.com dashboard that allows self-hosted connected using the Jetpack plugin and hosted users to control and create new content for their sites from a single user interface....

December 10, 2022 · 2 min · 376 words · Judith Dougherty

Bill Gates In 60 Minutes Steve Jobs Put The Pieces Together Video

During the interview with Charlie Rose, Bill Gates revealed that they both “practically grew up together” and he also released some emotions when talking about his final meeting with the Apple founder back in 2011, he said that both talked about what they have learned about families. Gates also accepted that Apple “put the pieces” together when it comes to the tablet market, something where Microsoft has yet to make a dent....

December 10, 2022 · 1 min · 164 words · James Goodman

Bubbles Theme For Windows 10 Download

A collaboration of photographers captured wonderful reflections on bubbles, their characteristic rainbow of colors, and their shapes right before collapsing on each other. These soapy creations dancing in the air will have you smile in no time. You can find more great themes in my Desktop Fun section. Theme direct download link All content on this site is provided with no warranties, express or implied. Use any information at your own risk....

December 10, 2022 · 1 min · 86 words · Dannie Talkington

Chrome 27 All The Changes And Improvements You Need To Know

In version 27 of the popular browser, Google claims that users will have a noticeable faster web surfacing experience, but do not expect a tremendous difference, it’s only about 5% on average. Chrome v27 also brings a few new tweaks to the user-interface. For starters the Chrome team has revamped the New Tab page, they removed the Apps page and redesigned the Most visited page. Now there is a new page that includes a Google search box — that when you start typing will move the query to the omnibox — and you’ll see only four of your “Most visited” links, instead of eight....

December 10, 2022 · 3 min · 452 words · Keith Ellis

Configure Autoplay In Microsoft Windows

1- Click Start in the search box“Search programs and files” type “autoplay”. 2- In the search result under “Control Panel” title, choose “Change default settings for media and devices”. 3- AutoPlay window will open. The title of the window is “Choose what happens when you insert each type of media or device”. See image 1. Click image to expand. Image 1. In this window you can change the default program that starts when you insert a media (CD, DVD; etc....

December 10, 2022 · 2 min · 277 words · Earl Austin