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Windows 10 Home and Pro ISO files for 32- and 64-bit PCs ready for download
Microsoft offers Windows 10 in two architectures, including 32-bit and 64-bit, for both the “Home” and “Pro” editions, and in this guide, I’ll explain how to download the ISO file for both versions. However, you should only consider downloading the ISO file for the 32-bit version if you have a device with older hardware that doesn’t support the 64-bit version.…
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What does Qualcomm’s interest in buying Intel’s chip design business mean for the future of PCs? – Computerworld
“If Qualcomm makes this move, it could mark a significant shift in the balance of power in the PC chip market, potentially setting the stage for a more competitive landscape driven by AI-focused innovation,” said Scott Dylan, founder of NexaTech Ventures. It would ultimately be a win for Qualcomm’s strategy to diversify beyond mobile chipsets, he added, “but it may…
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Windows 11 23H2 will force upgrade PCs on versions 22H2
Microsoft makes Windows 11 23H2 an automatic install for devices on version 22H2. The automatic upgrade will start on October 8, 2024, as version 22H2 reaches the end of support. Microsoft is set to forcibly upgrade computers to Windows 11 23H2 running versions 22H2 and 21H2. Although the “2023 Update” was originally released on October 31, 2023, the update was an…
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Copilot+ PCs that use Intel and AMD chips coming in November – Computerworld
Copilot+ PCs — special Windows computers equipped with the latest AI functions — first arrived in May. But only hardware using Qualcomm Snapdragon X Elite or X Plus chips were designated as ready for Copilot+ by Microsoft As of November, new PCs that run processors from Intel and AMD will also be covered. Specifically, they’ll be equipped with Intel Core…
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Copilot+ PCs expand availability with new AMD and Intel silicon
The first Copilot+ PCs started hitting the market in May, but they were only available with Qualcomm’s new Snapdragon X Elite and X Plus CPUs. If you wanted a new laptop with AMD or Intel chips that could support all of Windows 11’s new AI-centric features, you were basically left out in the cold. But that will soon change, as…
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Upgrade cycles to boost global sales of AI-enabled PCs: Lenovo – Computerworld
At Computex 2024, Lenovo expanded its AI portfolio with laptops powered by AMD’s 3rd Gen Ryzen AI processors, targeting a broad spectrum of users, from consumers to small and medium-sized businesses. Lenovo also partnered with Qualcomm and Microsoft to introduce the first Copilot+ PCs powered by Snapdragon X Elite processors. The Lenovo Yoga Slim 7x and ThinkPad T14s Gen 6,…
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How to boost gaming performance on AMD PCs running Windows 11
AMD confirms that Ryzen 9000 (Zen 5) series processors have performance issues on Windows 11. This problem also affects Ryzen 7000 series (Zen 4) processors. You can fix this issue by updating the system to the latest version of version 23H2. It’s also possible to upgrade early to version 24H2 to apply the fixes. If you have a computer with…
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The complete BitLocker encryption guide for Windows PCs – Computerworld
BitLocker is often configured to function in “transparent” mode, automatically unlocking itself when you boot your computer. This uses the TPM (Trusted Platform Module) hardware in your computer to unlock the drive. The TPM stores the encryption key and provides it only if the Windows operating system doesn’t appear to have been tampered with. This technology is a critical way…
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Windows 11 will resume Recall AI testing with Copilot+ PCs in October
Microsoft will start testing Windows Recall in October. The feature will be available as a preview for Copilot+ PCs. The company isn’t giving specific details about the new changes. Microsoft didn’t abandon its Recall AI feature for Windows 11. The company now says it’ll be available as a preview for testers in October. Originally, the software giant wanted to make…
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New Windows Vulnerability Impacts PCs With IPv6
Security updates are an important way to keep your devices safe, and if you have a Windows PC, you’ll definitely want to install any available updates. Microsoft is now patching a significant vulnerability caused by the IPv6 stack in Windows. Microsoft has confirmed a critical vulnerability in its TCP/IP protocol that could allow remote attackers to execute code on all…
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