Windows

Microsoft unveils highly-secure Pluton chip for Windows PCs

The Pluton security processor will provide next-generation hardware security protection to Windows PCs through future chips from AMD, Intel and Qualcomm, the tech giant said in a statement late on Tuesday.

Nov 18, 2020, 13:34 PM IST

Microsoft to resume optional Windows 10 non-security updates in July

These releases will continue to contain all previous updates to keep users protected and productive.

Jun 18, 2020, 14:18 PM IST

Minecraft Dungeons is out for game lovers; get it on Windows, Xbox, PS4

The game has seen a huge increase in use since the COVID-19 pandemic began.

May 27, 2020, 11:39 AM IST

Microsoft releases Windows patch for security vulnerability

The bug exists in the latest version of Window's server message block, known as SMB, which lets Windows communicate with devices, like printers and file servers, on the network and across the internet.

Mar 13, 2020, 13:24 PM IST

Microsoft may launch 15-inch Surface Laptop 3

The company is also expected to launch an AMD-powered Surface Laptop 3 and it is possible that this chip could be found on this rumoured 15-inch model, The Verge reported on Sunday.

Sep 16, 2019, 15:04 PM IST

Loss of property and residents injured after Pulwama attack

J&K residents also suffered from the Pulwama attack, Houses windows were broken and residents were injured too.

Feb 16, 2019, 16:12 PM IST

WhatsApp rolls out Restrict Group feature for admins

The "Restrict Group" feature, first spotted in last December, adds "Privacy settings" in the group.

May 01, 2018, 13:16 PM IST

India among top 7 countries at high ramsomeware risk: Sophos

According to "SophosLabs 2018 Malware Forecast" by global network and endpoint security leader Sophos, two types of Android attack methods are emerging -- locking the phone without encrypting data and locking the phone while encrypting the data. 

Nov 04, 2017, 16:55 PM IST

Aadhaar rivals growth of Windows, Android, Facebook: Satya Nadella

Nadella, in his book 'Hit Refresh', which was released during the ongoing Microsoft Ignite 2017 conference, has praised India's leap forward in the digital and technological arena.

Sep 26, 2017, 12:46 PM IST

Kaspersky Lab to withdraw Microsoft antitrust complaints

Kaspersky Lab in June accused Microsoft of abusing its dominance in the personal computer market to unfairly harm third-party antivirus providers in how it distributed its own Defender antivirus software on Windows 10. 

Aug 10, 2017, 11:53 AM IST

MS Paint to stay in new home: Microsoft

After receiving massive support that poured in for MS Paint after it was reported that Microsoft is `killing` the 32-year-old popular app, the company has clarified that the app will have a new home in Windows Store where it will be available for free.

Jul 25, 2017, 22:59 PM IST

New, scarier ransomware 'EternalRocks' found

After a host of different ransomware attacks that hit enterprises across the globe, security researchers have now identified a new strain of malware "EternalRocks" that is more dangerous than WannaCry and is potentially tougher to fight.

 

May 22, 2017, 13:04 PM IST

Not just "WannaCrypt,'' a cryptocurrency attack is generating digital cash fast

According to the researchers, the "Adylkuzz" attack is still growing.

May 17, 2017, 12:28 PM IST

Ransomware virus threat: Gujarat equips GSWAN comps with anti-virus

In face of ransomware virus threat to its information technology network, the Gujarat government has begun equipping its state computer system with anti-virus softwares and upgrading its Microsoft operating systems.

May 14, 2017, 21:00 PM IST

Windows 10 Creators Update rolls out for free

To get the update, users can enable automatic updates on Windows 10 PC and the Creators Update will be delivered through the phased rollout.

Apr 14, 2017, 08:54 AM IST

Microsoft bids farewell to Windows Vista

The users of Windows Vista will have to move to a more recent version of Windows to remain secure.

Apr 12, 2017, 12:41 PM IST

Microsoft's Teams available to all Office 365 users for free

A limited preview of Teams was rolled out in November last year and was positioned as a rival to Slack.

Mar 15, 2017, 11:20 AM IST

Facebook officially announces 'Gameroom' Windows desktop gaming platform

Facebook has officially launched "Gameroom" Windows desktop gaming platform in collaboration with cross-platform game engine Unity.

Nov 02, 2016, 17:59 PM IST

Google discloses details of a critical Windows bug

The internet giant said it reported the bug to Microsoft 10 days ago but the company has done nothing to address the issue publicly.

Nov 01, 2016, 13:45 PM IST

Instagram now available on Windows 10

Instagram has unveiled its application for Windows users, more specifically Windows 10 tablet users.The application is also available for download for the desktop and laptop users with limited functionality.

Oct 14, 2016, 17:45 PM IST