Windows is an operating system developed by Microsoft. It has iterations for PC, servers, and formerly mobile devices. The original Windows (1.0) was released in 1985, and the various OS versions collectively enjoy the majority market share of PC operating systems.
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Apple's hiring a music-loving Windows coder -- hopefully to replace iTunes
A newly posted job listing suggests Apple might be working on something for Windows users, perhaps a replacement for the iTunes software it's otherwise left behind. At the very least, it's definitely working on new apps for Windows 10. The job listing, posted earlier this month, ...
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How to easily access the elusive em-dash — on Windows and Mac
It's not that difficult to type en-dashes and em-dashes. You just need to know the shortcuts. Here's how to do it on both ...
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Windows users can now use Yubico's security keys to log in to their PCs
Swedish company Yubico has announced that its hardware security keys can now be used to login to a local Windows OS account. ...
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Microsoft rolls out Tamper Protection for Windows antivirus to keep hackers at bay
Microsoft has officially announced the general availability of Tamper Protection feature for its Windows Defender Antivirus ...
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Apple patches zero-day ransomware flaw in Windows version of iTunes
Apple has patched a zero-day flaw in iTunes app for Windows that allowed hackers to evade detection and install BitPaymer ...
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Microsoft teases Windows 10X, optimized for dual screens
Microsoft revealed a new expression of Windows 10 at today's Surface event, called Windows 10X. This new version of Windows is optimized to work with dual-screen devices, such as the Surfaces Neo and Duo, also announced at the same event. https://twitter.com/surface/status/1179414999812497409 Windows ...
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Microsoft issues emergency Windows patch to address Internet Explorer zero-day flaw
Microsoft has issued an emergency out-of-band security update to address two critical vulnerabilities impacting Internet ...
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PSA: Update your Windows machine now to fix 29 Critical security vulnerabilities
Microsoft has patched four serious vulnerabilities that could allow a malicious actor to remotely take control of Windows ...
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This Bluetooth security flaw could let hackers track your Windows, iOS, and macOS devices
Researchers from Boston University discovered a Bluetooth flaw that could expose most devices to third-party tracking and leak ...
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How to get surround sound on any headphones with Windows 10 and Xbox One
Welcome to TNW Basics, a collection of tips, guides, and advice on how to easily get the most out of your gadgets, apps, and other stuff. Buying a set of surround sound speakers can be an expensive endeavor, generally requiring an A/V receiver and at least for speakers (but probably ...
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Review: Microsoft's Windows 1.11 is an Upside Down mess
Microsoft today announced that it was the year 1985. We checked the Microsoft store to confirm this and, as Windows 1.11 was just made available, the Redmond company's story checks out. Here's the message, as we received it: Microsoft and Netflix have partnered up to celebrate ...
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How to install and use Alexa on Windows 10
Welcome to TNW Basics, a collection of tips, guides, and advice on how to easily get the most out of your gadgets, apps, ...
