Microsoft plunges, Meta rallies as investors demand AI payoffs.
It seems the winds of change are blowing, and not in Microsoft’s favor. Investors are clamoring for returns on their AI investments, but the reality on the ground isn’t quite matching the hype. Windows 11, the vehicle for Microsoft’s AI push, is facing resistance. Users are actively rejecting the “forced” AI integration, and even without the AI aspect, people are hesitant to switch from Windows 10. The company seems to be making changes simply for the sake of it, and those changes aren’t always improvements. Take the new Outlook, for example: a simple right-click for autocorrect is now a left-click, and the application is slower.… Continue reading
Microsoft is replacing the iconic “Blue Screen of Death” with a “Black Screen of Death” on its Windows operating system. This change, announced in a recent blog post, streamlines the user experience during unexpected restarts. The new error message will feature condensed text against a black background, offering a percentage of the restart process. This simplified interface will be available later this summer on Windows 11 (version 24H2) devices.
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Microsoft’s recent debacle with the controversial Windows 11 feature that constantly takes screenshots of your PC’s screen has left many users, including myself, feeling a bit unsettled. The rollercoaster ride of announcing, backlash, and backpedaling on this invasive feature is nothing new when it comes to Microsoft. However, the fact that it was initially planned to be ON by default is alarming to say the least.
Even though Microsoft has now made it opt-in, the question remains – why does this feature even exist in the first place? The potential for exploitation by hackers, spies, or even abusive parties is a major concern.… Continue reading
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