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Microsoft shared more details on its universal apps inside the “One Windows” strategy, which will allow developers to finally begin making apps that will work across all devices and with different type of inputs. On a new article at the Windows Blog, Kevin Gallo, explains that the vision with Windows 10 is to make a unified core of the operating system that enables programmers to write an app and run it everywhere with one set of business logic and one user interface that works on mobile, desktop, console, holographic, and on IoT devices....

Microsoft has confirmed that update KB4524244 is causing issues for a number of devices, and as a result, the company is removing the update to prevent further problems. KB4524244 was available for Windows 10 version 1607, 1703, 1709, 1803, 1809, 1903 and 1909 as a standalone security update, as part of the February Patch Tuesday rollout, but shortly after the release users have been reporting problems trying to start certain computer brands (such as HP)....

Microsoft is yet again making another bold choice and it is removing the Aero visual style from Windows 8 — first introduced in Windows Vista –, and changing it for a Metro like designed. The company explains — “In the end, we decided to bring the desktop closer to the Metro aesthetic, while preserving the compatibility afforded by not changing the size of window chrome, controls, or system UI. We have moved beyond Aero Glass—flattening surfaces, removing reflections, and scaling back distracting gradients....

Let’s make no mistake, Windows 8 is the latest Microsoft’s OS, there is an upgrade coming thus far known as “Windows Blue”, but today it’s been revealed that Microsoft has decided to officially name it Windows 8.1 and not Windows 9 as many have speculated. Many sites have referred that Windows Blue will be Microsoft’s next operating system, or Windows 9. This wasn’t true from day one and today Mary Jo Foley at All About Microsoft, confirms that the software giant will officially name its forthcoming upgrade “Windows 8....

Microsoft has just announced that Office 2016, the next major release, will be available to the public later this year. The company says that it will be sharing more information about Office 2016 in the coming months. The software giant emphasizes that the suite of applications will continue to feature the Office experience you come to like using the keyboard and mouse, but now they are also optimized for touch-enabled devices and you’ll see a line of new features and improvements....

Do you remember the days when you needed to write in beautiful cursive handwriting? Yea, those days are pretty much gone because of keyboards and how convenient it is to use. However, if you are someone who still appreciates a good cursive and still loves to use it, there is a way to do it on your smartphone. Here’s how to turn handwriting into text on Android. Turn Handwriting into Text on Android You can do this using a feature in the Google Keyboard app....

With the recent arrival of Season 1 of Modern Warfare 2, several new changes have been made to the Battle Pass. The new Battle Pass also features four new weapons for this season in the MW 2. One of these includes the BAS-P Sub-Machine gun. It has an aggressive fire rate with a modular frame that opens the door for various customization options. But how to unlock this weapon? Check out our guide on how to unlock the BAS-P in MW2....

This article explains how to unprotect Excel workbooks. The information applies to Excel workbooks in Microsoft Excel 365, Microsoft Excel 2019, 2016, and 2013. What to Know Unprotect as owner: Select Review > Unprotect Sheet and enter the password.Unprotect without password: Open Visual Basic code editor by selecting Developer > View code.Then, enter the code supplied in this article and select Run. In a few minutes, a password is revealed. Choose OK....

This article explains what augmented reality is, what you need to use it on an iPhone or iPad, and some notable apps with augmented reality features for iOS 11 or higher. What to Know You need an app that offers augmented reality features.As of iOS 11, iPhones support augmented reality at operating system level. What Is Augmented Reality? Augmented Reality, or AR, is a technology that overlays digital information onto the real world, using apps on smartphones and other devices....

Windows 10 has a hidden Video Editor which you can use to edit, trim, add text or music, etc. But not many people are aware of this video editor and in this article, we will talk about this video editor at length and will see it’s features & benefits. Any normal person takes some amount of photos or videos whenever they visit anywhere or meet friends or families. We capture these moments to have a memory of the event which we can cherish later on....

This article will explain how to use your Android phone as a webcam on your computer. What to Know You must install a mobile app on your Android and the client software on your PC.Turn on developer mode and enable USB Debugging in Settings > Developer Options > USB Debugging.The PC and phone must be connected to the same Wi-Fi network for a wireless connection. While many laptops, tablets, and 2-in-1 computers come with a webcam built-in, it’s not the case for desktop computers....

Persona 5 Royal and Persona 5 part of the game narrative, but Persona 5 Royal takes things a bit differently, here you get the added benefit of new gameplay mechanics along with a new semester in the school. Along with new content, there is a new form of currency called P-Medals in Persona 5 Royal. If you want to know what role do the P-Medals play in Persona 5 Royale, read this guide until the end....

You can technically download the ISO file for any preview build of Windows 11 (such as build 25281) available in the Dev or other channels. You only need to use a third-party tool like UUP Dump. Although Microsoft makes available the ISO file for previews of Windows 11 to allow users to test the clean installation and in-place upgrade process on virtual machines and spare computers, it’s not always the case....

In addition to most browser makers focusing on the everyday user looking to surf the web, they also cater to the web developers, designers and quality assurance professionals who help build the apps and sites that those users are accessing by integrating powerful tools right into the browsers themselves. Gone are the days where the only programming and testing tools found within a browser allowed you to view a page’s source code and nothing more....

WhatsApp is the most popular & efficient chat app which provides you with an instant messaging platform. You can share images, videos, documents, links, and live location with your friends and family. Although it is predominantly used on smartphones linked to your phone number, many users are still unaware that WhatsApp can also be used without a phone number. If you are someone looking for tips on how to create a WhatsApp account without a mobile phone number, you have reached the right page....

The INDEX and MATCH Excel functions, like VLOOKUP, are used to find something from a dataset. The former involves nesting one formula within the other, while VLOOKUP is a single function that works independently. Both have clear advantages and support approximation searches. However, how you plan to update the table, your willingness to learn syntax rules, and how you want to search the data should determine which one you use....

Ntop is an open-source and very useful network-monitoring tool that displays a list of hosts that are currently using the network and reports information concerning the IP traffic generated by each host. You can use a web browser to monitor your network traffic, connections and bandwidth usage. Ntop monitors and reports host traffic and supports various protocols like TCP/UDP/ICMP, IPX, ARP, DLC, Decnet, AppleTalk, and Netbios. In this tutorial I will explain how to install and configure Ntop on Ubuntu 14....

Wakoopa essentially emerges as an application that’s entered the realm of socialism on the web. What this application allows you to do is share with the world what software you’re using and become a nosy tech by snooping on what other software people are using too. Wakoopa offers a straightforward registration; once you register on the site, you’re asked to download a small program called Wakoopa Tracker (Windows 98, 2000, XP, Vista, and Mac OS X)....

One of the big debates among smartphone users, after the Android vs. iPhone debate, is the argument over screen size. Some users prefer the larger screens while others have been quite content with smaller screens. Now that Apple eliminated their smaller screen models only to bring it back in March, do you think there is still a market for smartphones with smaller screens? A larger screen has often been a signature of the more recent versions of the more popular Android smartphones....

Do you have kids? In this day and age, real-world danger extends even to the internet. Bullying, abuse, and even discrimination have taken on many online forms. Instant internet access has made it much easier for our children to discover content not appropriate for their age. It might be easy to safeguard your kids physically, but the digital world is a whole other story. As parents, it’s important to ensure that our children are safe, regardless of the medium and the situation....