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How to Install and Log In to Windows 11 Without a Microsoft Account
By Avram Piltch last updated
By default, Windows 11 requires you to have or create an account.
Office 2024 is now available for purchase at $149
By Mark Tyson published
Though Redmond seems to prefer that users subscribe to its Microsoft 365 offering, which includes Office apps, it has updated this perpetual licensed alternative for 2024.
Microsoft KB5043145 update wreaks havoc on Windows 11 with multiple reboots and BSODs
By Jowi Morales published
An automatic fix will roll back the KB5043145 Preview Update that has been wreaking havoc on perfectly good Windows PCs.
Microsoft Defender can now detect insecure Wi-Fi hotspots and enable a VPN
By Christopher Harper published
Microsoft Defender gets some updates, especially to public Wi-Fi VPN functionality.
Microsoft launches Windows 11 24H2 alongside several new Copilot features
By Andrew E. Freedman published
Microsoft is rolling out Windows 11 24H2, and is introducing its next round of features for Copilot+ PCs, including bringing back Recall.
The Arch Linux team is now working directly with Valve — SteamOS and Arch should both benefit greatly
By Christopher Harper published
The Arch Linux team is now working directly with Valve.
Microsoft describes Recall's new security features, says the feature is opt-in
By Andrew E. Freedman published
Microsoft is detailing a new security model for Recall following a major PR blunder and concerns about the feature earlier this year.
Winamp releases its source code on GitHub
By Christopher Harper published
Winamp is released on GitHub, but restrictive licensing prevents other forks or distributions.
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