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Windows 11's new update system is a brutal reminder of where the Microsoft Store falls short

Windows Update orchestration platform will deliver a unified experience for app and driver updates.

Windows Central · May 29, 2025

Google released a critical Chrome update today -- you must update by June 5

The company recommends an immediate update after a series of vulnerabilities designed to attack the Google Chrome browser hit the web.

Laptop · May 28, 2025

Google's latest fraud advisory update keeps users keen on emerging threats

Google updates its fraud advisory to keep users informed about online threats and ways to stay safe.

Android Central · May 28, 2025

Fortnite Returns to US App Store After $1B Showdown With Apple: Why Was It Removed?

Fortnite returns to the US App Store after a five-year legal clash with Apple, a 'priceless' win for Epic Games.

International Business Times UK · May 23, 2025

"Is my work killing kids?" This could be the email that led Microsoft to ban keywords like 'Palestine' and 'Gaza' from internal comms

This un-named Microsoft engineer sent a company-wide email debating Microsoft's dealings with Israel, which could have got certain keywords banned for internal comms.

Windows Central · May 22, 2025

Microsoft blocks employees from sending emails that mention “Palestine” or “Gaza"

Microsoft has blocked internal emails containing the words “Palestine,” “Gaza,” and “genocide.” The change follows several employee-led protests.

Windows Central · May 22, 2025

Yes, the police could seize your phone and check your period tracking app if you miscarry

New police guidance could see women’s phones taken and their homes searched following pregnancy loss

Evening Standard · May 22, 2025

Project Starline is now Google Beam, but what's new? I tried it to find out

Google Beam is the new name for Project Starline, a 3D video communication platform that'll soon launch in collaboration with HP. And yes, it's outstanding.

Android Central · May 21, 2025

Microsoft makes the Windows Subsystem for Linux open source after almost a decade of development

Now we can all develop new features for WSL

Tom’s Hardware · May 20, 2025

Google just fixed a high-severity Chrome flaw that can be used to take over your account — update right now

Google has released new emergency security updates for Chrome which fix a high-severity vulnerability that’s currently being actively exploited by hackers in the wild.

Tom’s Guide · May 15, 2025