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While the software giant continues pushing deeper into cloud-based software and services, its two cash cows - Windows and Office - remain strong.

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LibreOffice 25.2 has more security and more customization options

4 reasons why LibreOffice downloads are way up (hint: you'll relate)

More users than ever are flocking to the open source suite since its latest update. The end of Windows 10 support is far from the only factor.
1 year ago by Jack Wallen in Open Source
7 ways to make Windows 11 less annoying

Microsoft just blocked this popular Windows 11 local account trick - but workarounds remain

With the latest insider build for Windows 11, Microsoft is killing off a workaround that let you set up a local account instead of a Microsoft account.
1 year ago by Lance Whitney in Windows 11
Microsoft's new sign in screen for the Xbox website

Microsoft's passwordless future is here for Outlook, Xbox, 365, and more

Microsoft's new sign-in screens push you to finally ditch passwords - here's how.
1 year ago by Lance Whitney in Windows
Microsoft Office Windows 10 cutoff over an October Calendar

Your Microsoft Office apps will soon launch faster - but the Speed Boost is optional

Rolling out in May for Word initially, the feature will reduce the program's startup time. Here's how it works.
1 year ago by Lance Whitney in Services & Software
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10 pesky Windows 11 24H2 bugs still haunting PCs despite several patches

Before diving into the Windows 11 2024 update, know that you may encounter some problems. Here's the bug report now.
1 year ago by Lance Whitney in Windows 11
AI concept - man working server rooms

Microsoft's new AI agents aim to help security pros combat the latest threats

Designed for Microsoft's Security Copilot tool, the AI-powered agents will automate basic tasks, freeing IT and security staff to tackle more complex issues.
1 year ago by Lance Whitney in Artificial Intelligence
Microsoft Copilot sending a request through an Android phone

Copilot now lets you control your Android phone from your PC - here's how

You can send texts, set timers, and get directions - without ever touching your Android phone.
1 year ago by Lance Whitney in Artificial Intelligence
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Windows 11 update accidentally erases Copilot for some users - here's how to get it back

You'll have to reinstall the AI or wait until Microsoft fixes the glitch.
1 year ago by Lance Whitney in Artificial Intelligence
Microsoft Edge for Android now has its own extensions store - here's how it works

Microsoft Edge just made adding extensions on Android easy - here's how

Unlike Chrome, the Android version of Edge now offers its own dedicated store for extensions.
1 year ago by Lance Whitney in Services & Software
Microsoft Copilot in conversation mode

You can 'Press to Talk' to Copilot via a Windows hotkey now - here's how

Now rolling out to Windows insiders, the updated Copilot app will let you use a hotkey to automatically launch the AI in conversation mode.
1 year ago by Lance Whitney in Artificial Intelligence
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How Microsoft's new AI sales agents will help your team close deals faster

The agents will integrate with Microsoft 365 Copilot Chat - and connect with two industry-leading CRMs.
1 year ago by Sabrina Ortiz in Artificial Intelligence
Say goodbye to Skype: Microsoft reportedly shutting it down soon

Goodbye Skype, hello Teams: How Microsoft is making the switch easy

Microsoft confirms it's shutting down Skype, but it has a plan to ease your transition to Teams.
1 year ago by Lance Whitney in Video Conferencing
Microsoft's Copilot Mac app in Voice Mode

Microsoft's Copilot AI now has a Mac app - here's what you'll need to run it

It's free to use, but you need the right system.
1 year ago by Lance Whitney in Artificial Intelligence
How to do a clean install of Windows 11: Which option is best for you?

Microsoft battles more bugs in Windows 11 24H2 with new round of patches

Released this week, the optional update also improves a number of features.
1 year ago by Lance Whitney in Windows 11
Think Deeper Copilot

All Copilot users now get free unlimited access to its two best features - how to use them

With Copilot, you can bypass a ChatGPT Plus subscription and get unlimited, free access to OpenAI's o1 model and Voice feature.
1 year ago by Sabrina Ortiz in Artificial Intelligence
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