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Microsoft is looking to fix an issue that occurs when Windows Update installs a faulty driver by rolling it back to a previous, functional version. It'll be entirely automated, meaning many users won't even notice when a problematic driver is replaced. pcmag.com/news/windows-u…

To minimize the chances of anyone else accessing your account, Google has created a Security Checkup tool. It takes you quickly and simply through a security audit, warning you about potential issues without overloading you with settings and menu screens. popsci.com/diy/google-fre…

Apple's pursuit of privacy has indirectly benefited people who do not use Apple devices or services. The company has pressured competitors to adapt, especially Google, which has improved the privacy features in its Android operating system over the years. bgr.com/2168287/privac…

In most cases, these Windows 11 terminal commands are more powerful and reliable than fixes buried deep within the Settings app or the Control Panel. Some even solve problems that Windows troubleshooters completely miss. xda-developers.com/terminal-comma…

Microsoft is updating the Edge web browser to ensure it no longer loads saved passwords into process memory in clear text at startup after previously stating it was "by design." bleepingcomputer.com/news/microsoft…

Whether you want to boost your productivity, customize your desktop experience, improve your PC's security, or optimize your computer's performance, we're here with expert tips and tricks that might just make you see your Windows 11 PC in a new way. pcmag.com/explainers/32-…

The vulnpocalypse has begun. AI helped Palo Alto Networks find 75 software security holes, Microsoft found 17 the same way, and Mozilla found 271 flaws in Firefox. theregister.com/patches/2026/0…

Microsoft just announced changes to the desktop and mobile versions of its browser that place Copilot at your fingertips without having to swap to a dedicated mode. Copilot Mode is being retired, but its key features are being built directly into Edge. windowscentral.com/software-apps/…

Apple has published the full list of security fixes for Safari 26.5, including a WebKit vulnerability that could let maliciously crafted web content disclose sensitive user information. Here are the details. 9to5mac.com/2026/05/13/saf…

The Incognito Mode myth is exactly that, a myth. While it does a great job of wiping search history and cookies from your device, your online traffic remains transparent to your Internet Service Provider (ISP). techradar.com/vpn/vpn-privac…

Microsoft Edge is adding a new feature that will allow its Copilot AI chatbot to gather information from all of your open tabs. You can ask the chatbot questions about what’s in your tabs, compare the products you’re looking at, summarize articles, etc. theverge.com/tech/930188/mi…

After over a decade of misguided rumors, Google is actually now on the brink of combining Android and ChromeOS into a single superpowered platform called the Googlebook. computerworld.com/article/416970…

Microsoft on Patch Tuesday released patches for 138 security vulnerabilities spanning its product portfolio, although none of them have been listed as publicly known or under active attack. thehackernews.com/2026/05/micros…

Alexa for Shopping is replacing Amazon’s Rufus AI shopping assistant and, unlike Rufus, it will be front and center in the Amazon app and on the website. theverge.com/ai-artificial-…

Google is integrating the Gemini 3.1 AI directly into Chrome for Android's toolbar starting in June. It allows you to summarize long articles, ask questions about the current page, and extract details without leaving the browser or switching apps. androidcentral.com/apps-software/…

Researchers at Google say they have found the first ever evidence of hackers using artificial intelligence to create the most serious type of cyber security flaw. the-independent.com/tech/security/…

The DMA has been kind to Mozilla. Firefox use is up as Europeans are given a choice of default browser on mobile. Through browser selection screens, 6 million users have opted for Firefox instead of what would otherwise have been Safari or Chrome. theregister.com/software/2026/…

Microsoft is currently testing a new speed boost feature in Windows 11 that is designed to improve app launch times and make things like the Start menu feel more responsive. The feature will ramp up CPU frequency in short bursts much like macOS. theverge.com/news/927736/wi…

As part of an app redesign, Venmo will be implementing a major new privacy measure: the onboarding process for new users will set their posts to only be viewable by their friends by default instead of being public. 9to5mac.com/2026/05/11/ven…

Apple is testing a new Safari feature that can automatically organize browser tabs into groups. The feature builds on Safari’s existing Tab Groups system. digitaltrends.com/phones/apple-c…