To install Windows 11 (Home or Pro) without an online Microsoft account, on the account setup page, disable the internet connection requirement and continue with limited connectivity to create a local account. To install Windows 11 (Pro) without a Microsoft account, proceed with the normal installation, then choose the “Set up for work or school” option, click “Next,” “Sign-in options,” “Domain join instead,” and create a local account. Alternatively, you can also use Rufus to create a USB bootable media that bypasses a Microsoft account to set up Windows 11 as a local account....

Microsoft pushes two new previews, including Windows 11 build 26244 and build 22635.3858 in the Canary and Beta Channels. These previews roll out several changes for the Settings app, Windows Backup feature, File Explorer, and more. Microsoft is now rolling out Windows 11 build 26244 in the Canary Channel, as well as build 22635.3858 as the update KB5039327 in the Beta Channel as small updates with various improvements and change for existing features....

Microsoft could be working on a desktop experience similar to macOS for Windows 12. The new desktop design appears with a floating Taskbar and top bar with System Tray elements. This is the second time these new macOS-like visuals have appeared online. Although Windows 12 hasn’t been officially announced, details about the new features and changes have started circulating online. And a recently leaked video that demos the concept of a new “Handheld Mode” interface for gaming devices shows an updated desktop that borrows some visuals from macOS....

Microsoft to stop Windows 8 support in two years after the official release of Windows 8.1 — clock will start ticking on October 18th, 2013 –. The software giant also noted in its updated lifecycle policy that Windows 8.1 will continue to have the same lifecycle as Windows 8, which ends at the beginning of 2023. Even though this is good information every user should know, I don’t know any reason for anyone to wait until after October 18th, 2015, to install a free update ....

Another close to finish version of Windows 8.1 has leaked online, this time is build 9477. The new updated bits don’t show a lot of changes compare to build 9471 , but it does brings a few cosmetic changes to Mail, Calendar, and Help + Tips apps. The guys from WinBeta.org posted a new video that walks us through what’s new in Windows 8.1 build 9477. Although the new update is only available in Chinese, we can still manage to see the new changes....

Windows Recall is perhaps one of the most ambitious and controversial features Microsoft has introduced on Windows 11 (or any other version of the operating system). Designed to work as a “photographic memory” for your computer, Recall leverages AI to capture and make searchable snapshots of your activity. This guide dives into everything you need to know about Windows Recall, from its functionalities and requirements to privacy concerns and how to manage it effectively....

Microsoft has made available version 1.6 for its Windows Terminal app, and among the new features and improvements , there is a preview of the new settings UI, which allows you to customize virtually every aspect of the app and the console profiles. In this guide , you will get a closer look at the interface that Microsoft has been working on to customize the terminal experience without editing the settings....

Today Larry Hryb, Xbox LIVE’s Major Nelson announced that the company is finally facing out Microsoft Points in favor of local currency in the latest Xbox 360 “Fall” dashboard update. So the next time you turn-on your game console, you’ll be prompted to download the latest update. Follow that, whenever you try to make a purchase, you’ll see that it will happen in your local currency, and if you redeem a Microsoft Points card, the company will convert the points to “real” money....

In the first month of 2014, January, Xbox Live Gold members are getting two new Xbox 360 games for free: “Sleeping Dogs” and “Lara Croft and the Guardian of Light” The first free game is Sleeping Dogs , normally the game cost $19.99, and it will be available for download from January 1st until the 15th. Then from January 16th and until the end of month, Xbox Live Gold members will able to download Lara Croft and the Guardian of Light ....

It seems that Microsoft will also be including Xbox One in its monthly regular Patch Tuesday updates . In a new article from the Major Nelson blog, Larry Hryb detailed how the Xbox One system update works as, because it’s a bit different to what Xbox 360 owners were used to. Here is how things work updating your Xbox One game console: Scenario #1: If you’re using Xbox One with the “Instant On” feature, the console will check for updates as soon you turn it off....

As time is precious so are these images for your desktop backgrounds. The clocks on this collection make the time that goes by a little more appealing to our eyes and work as a little reminder to enjoy your time in your office. 12 photographs of very interesting wall clocks, a sand timer, pocket watches, and little pieces to put together for the hands of time to keep on going properly, all this and more you’ll see in this week’s theme....

Let the sunshine in by downloading these 10 Bing images free for Windows 10 . This theme collection is packed with the warmth, colors and light from the sun shining over water falls and poppy flowers fields, as well as coming through the pine trees and hills. The stunning photographs of landscapes dedicated to receiving a good day will give you the perspective of a new waking morning full of goals to accomplish, but also full positive vibes and tranquility....

Microsoft has released the Windows 11 build 26120.3671 in the Beta Channel as the update KB5055622 for version 24H2. In this preview, the company rolls out a new option to change the Taskbar icon size, rolls out a new drag tray feature to share files more easily, improves AI features, and fixes previously known issues. Windows 11 build 26120.3671 (Beta) These are the new features and improvements currently being tested for Insider enrolled in the Beta Channel....

Windows 11 build 27913 (Canary) adds an updated Settings app with the search box relocated to the top center. It fixes multiple bugs, including the Windows Vista startup sound bug, disappearing desktop wallpaper, settings crashes, audio issues, and BSOD errors. Microsoft is now rolling out Windows 11 build 27913 in the Canary Channel of the Windows Insider Program with visual changes for the Settings app, general undisclosed improvements, and bug fixes....

This week’s new theme will have you looking up. The skies get a splash of colors during some magnificent sunsets and become the focal point for a few impressive wallpapers. The darkness gets interrupted by a perfect full moon, and the lakes and palms prepare for a tranquil evening in this community showcase. These are free to download for Windows, and a great opportunity to renew your desktop computer background with different landscapes....

Microsoft begins to roll out KB3176931 for Windows 10 build 14393 only hours after the release of update KB3176495 . However, the difference is that KB3176931 is only available for PC and Mobile devices enrolled in the Slow, Fast, or Release Preview ring. The new update bumps the build number from 14393.51 to 14393.67, and it includes all the same fixes found in KB317649, but with two additional fixes: Fixed issue that causes significantly reduced battery life on Windows Phone when using Bluetooth with “Hey Cortana” feature enabled....

There are a lot of new features on Windows 10, but the ability to adjust your screen temperature to reduce eye strain when you spend long hours working on your computer at night is not one of them. F.lux is an ingenious little app available for Windows 10 , previous versions, Mac and even for Linux that adjust the color temperature of your display based on the time of the day....

Google announces new features and expands availability for Bard. As of now, Google Bard is available in 40 languages and on every supported territory. Some of the new features include response tones, read-aloud, sharing options, interface redesign, and more. Google is making available a slew of changes for its Bard AI , including expanding the chatbot to virtually any country that the search engine is available, an option to change response style, a read-aloud feature, new conversation controls, a new share option, and more....

Google’s Bard AI is getting support for extensions. Extensions will allow the chatbot to tap into other services, including from Google and third-party providers. This will give Bard access to a wider range of information and make it more powerful and versatile. Google’s Bard AI is getting support for extensions. Similar to Bing Chat plugins , the support for extensions for Bard (via 9to5Google ) will allow the chatbot to tap into other services, including from Google and third-party providers, giving access to a wider range of information and making it more powerful and versatile....

To customize the settings for creating and sending emails in the Outlook app, open Settings > Mail > Compose and reply and adjust the settings for message format, copy and paste formatting from other apps, reply, link preview, undo send, and more. On Windows 11 (and 10), the new Outlook app offers a modern interface and improved features designed to enhance your email management experience despite receiving negative reviews from some users....