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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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Why OpenAI and Google's surprising new alliance makes a lot of AI sense

The partnership gives the ChatGPT-maker access to Google's cloud services for training new AI models - and more distance from Microsoft.
11 months ago by Webb Wright in Artificial Intelligence
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You can try Windows 11's newest Start menu now - here's how

Rolling out now to Windows 11 insiders, the revamped Start menu tries to address some of the many complaints about it.
11 months ago by Lance Whitney in Windows 11
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Apple, Google, and Microsoft offer free password managers - but should you use them?

The three dominant computing platforms have each tried to build features that help you manage passwords without paying for third-party software. Are any of them worth your time and effort?
11 months ago by Ed Bott in Security
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How to remove Copilot from your Microsoft 365 plan - before you have to pay for it

Copilot has muscled its way into Microsoft 365 with a price hike to boot. But you can remove the AI from your Office apps and revert to the classic plan. Here's how.
11 months ago by Lance Whitney in Artificial Intelligence
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The new Outlook for Windows adds Copilot and other perks, but I still prefer the classic version

Microsoft keeps beefing up the new Outlook, though it's still lackluster compared to its classic desktop counterpart.
11 months ago by Lance Whitney in Services & Software
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Bing adds OpenAI's Sora video generator - and it's free

Powered by OpenAI's Sora model, the new Bing Video Creator will convert your text prompts into five second videos.
11 months ago by Lance Whitney in Artificial Intelligence
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Microsoft's Copilot for Gaming arrives in beta - how to try it on your phone

Stuck in a game on Xbox? Copilot is here to help.
1 year ago by Webb Wright in Artificial Intelligence
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It almost pains me to say it, but Microsoft Edge is great on Linux - you should try it

I'm a longtime Linux fan, and yes, I do use Edge regularly. Here's why.
1 year ago by Jack Wallen in Linux
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Microsoft's Windows Update to include third-party apps - now that's a game changer

Microsoft is turning Windows Update into a one-stop shop. Here's what's new.
1 year ago by Lance Whitney in Windows
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Microsoft's new AI tool lets you edit images and summarize docs right in File Explorer

Now available to Windows 11 insiders, the AI actions feature will offer different AI-powered commands that you can run on files directly in File Explorer.
1 year ago by Lance Whitney in Artificial Intelligence
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Microsoft upgrades Edge with 3 AI features - including a big one for PDFs

At Build 2025, Microsoft showed how Edge is adopting new skills for individuals and organizations.
1 year ago by Lance Whitney in Artificial Intelligence
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Copilot's Coding Agent brings automation deeper into GitHub workflows

Microsoft just gave GitHub Copilot the power to create, modify, and submit code independently. Here's what this approach means for developers, workflows, and the future of programming careers.
1 year ago by David Gewirtz in Artificial Intelligence
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Your Outlook inbox is about to get several Copilot AI upgrades for free - here's what's new

Microsoft 365 Copilot gets a makeover at Build 2025. Here's everything coming your way.
1 year ago by Sabrina Ortiz in Artificial Intelligence
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Microsoft unveils new AI agent customization and oversight features at Build 2025

The announcements point to the tech giant's broader strategy of equipping businesses and individuals with their own, custom-made AI systems.
1 year ago by Webb Wright in Artificial Intelligence
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Microsoft Build 2025 starts soon: How to watch - and why you'll want to

Microsoft is streaming Build online free of charge, and it'll surely be all about AI, AI, AI.
1 year ago by Sabrina Ortiz in Artificial Intelligence
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