Microsoft testing Windows 11 batch file security improvements

Microsoft is rolling out new Windows 11 Insider Preview builds that improve security and performance during batch file or CMD ...

Microsoft Adds Built-in Network Speed Test to Windows 11 Taskbar

Microsoft is testing a built-in network speed test in Windows 11’s taskbar, alongside Sysmon integration and other feature ...
TechSpot

Microsoft begins testing Windows 11 26H2 with major fixes and Copilot changes

First look: The next Windows 11 update promises more than incremental fixes. Microsoft has begun rolling out the first preview of Windows 11 version 26H2 to Insiders in the Dev Channel, introducing a ...
TechRepublic

Microsoft Starts Testing Built-In Sysmon Monitoring in Windows 11

Microsoft Starts Testing Built-In Sysmon Monitoring in Windows 11 Your email has been sent In a new Windows 11 Insider Preview release, Microsoft has started rolling out native support for System ...
PC World

Microsoft is testing a second Windows 11 taskbar for power users

PCWorld reports that Microsoft’s PowerToys team is testing a new ‘Command Palette Dock’ for Windows 11 power users seeking enhanced productivity. This customizable dock allows users to organize ...
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Building and testing narrowboat steps | Companionway tutorial

Learn how to build and test narrowboat steps with this companionway tutorial, covering precise measurements, secure installation, and safety checks. Perfect for DIY narrowboat owners aiming to improve ...
Windows Central

Windows 11 is testing new 2026 features — and some of them are already changing how the OS feels

As the new year begins, Microsoft is gradually ramping up development of Windows 11. Over the past month and a half, the company has released several preview builds with new improvements through the ...
ZDNet

The best Windows laptops you can buy in 2026: Expert tested

ZDNET experts put every product through rigorous testing and research to curate the best options for you. If you buy through our links, we may earn a commission. Learn Our Process 'ZDNET Recommends': ...
ZDNet

After 30 years with Linux, I switched it for Windows 11 - and found 9 serious problems

Jack Wallen spends a week using Windows 11. During this experiment, he encountered a wide range of issues. In the end, it made him appreciate Linux all the more. "Why do people willingly use Windows?" ...
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Windows 11 will get dual-audio streaming — but your PC may be left out

Windows 11 will soon support sharing audio to two separate headphones, speakers, earbuds, or hearing aids. The feature has been in testing among Windows Insiders since last October, and the list of ...
PC Magazine

'We Need to Improve.' Microsoft Admits Windows 11 Has Too Many Annoying Bugs

Microsoft says it will work to improve Windows 11 following user complaints about bugs, performance issues, and other problems. “The feedback we’re receiving from our community of passionate customers ...