The Decline of Computer Malls: A Microcosm of an EraIf the present era is the age of the smartphone, then the period before 2015 was undoubtedly the age of the computer. The proliferation of smartphones has led to a significant decrease in computer usage...

US FTC to Investigate Microsoft's Cloud Computing Business, Suspected of Abusing Market Dominance...

Microsoft brings new features to the Windows 11 taskbar: Recommended Content and Icon OptimizationMicrosoft is adding a new feature called "Recommended" to the Windows 11 taskbar, aimed at presenting users with popular websites and applications, and suggesting settings for application snapshot groups to enhance user convenience and experience. This feature has been seen in the latest Windows 11 Build 27723 test version...

Microsoft Builds "Wooden" Data Center, Taking a Key Step Towards Carbon NeutralityOn November 4, Microsoft announced the construction of its first data center using ultra-strong, lightweight wood in the northern Virginia suburbs. This move marks a significant step towards achieving Microsoft's climate goals...

Microsoft Planner Web Version Opens for Trial, Integrating Cross-Platform Task ManagementMicrosoft recently announced the launch of a trial for the web version of Microsoft Planner for selected tenants. These tenants who have opted for "Targeted Release" in the Microsoft 365 Admin Center can now seamlessly manage all their work tasks in Microsoft ToDo, Microsoft Planner, and Microsoft Project through the new web-based Planner without any additional actions...

Windows 10 is approaching the end of its lifecycle: Microsoft will stop support next year, how should users respond?According to official announcements from Microsoft, support for Windows 10 will end on October 14, 2025. This means that starting October 15, 2026, Microsoft will no longer provide security updates, technical support, or bug fixes for this widely popular operating system...

New Trends in Cross-Border E-commerce: Rise of Micro-Multinationals, Brand Power Becomes Key to SuccessOn October 14th, Deloitte, in collaboration with WorldFirst, a one-stop digital payment and financial services platform under Ant Group International, released the "2024 Digital Trade New Landscape Report." The report delves into the growth trajectory of global digital trade, particularly focusing on the vibrant growth engine of the Asia-Pacific region and the rise of "micro-multinational enterprises" within this region...

Microsoft Expands Cloud Gaming Library, Xbox Games No Longer Limited to XGPCurrently, Xbox Cloud Gaming players can only play Xbox Game Pass (XGP) games in the cloud. However, Microsoft recently announced that starting next month (November), they will expand the cloud gaming library, allowing players to play more Xbox games on the cloud, no longer limited to the XGP catalog...

Microsoft Edge Browser Version 129 Update: Sidebar Now Hidden by Default, Crypto Wallet Feature to Be RemovedMicrosoft Edge recently released version 129, bringing several new features and interface improvements. The most notable change is the default display of the sidebar: it is now hidden by default and only appears when the user needs it...

Micro Set-Top Boxes, Integrated TVs: SARFT Drives Set-Top Box InnovationOn the morning of September 27th, the State Council Information Office held a series of press conferences themed on "Promoting High-Quality Development." Zhu Yonglei, Vice Minister of the State Administration of Radio, Film and Television (SARFT), revealed that SARFT has developed a new tri-mode universal remote control that can simultaneously control both the television and the set-top box...

Microsoft Edge Launches "Extension Performance Monitor" to Help You Identify Performance KillersMicrosoft recently announced via its official WindowsBlogs platform that they will be rolling out an "Extension Performance Monitor" for the Edge browser. This innovative feature will allow users to intuitively understand the specific impact of different extensions on browsing performance and experience...

Security First: Microsoft Links Security Work to Employee PerformanceIn recent years, cybersecurity issues have become increasingly severe, requiring businesses to raise the bar on employee security awareness and skills. Microsoft has recently announced a new initiative that closely links employee security work to performance evaluations, aiming to elevate security to the top priority for every employee, ensuring it is adequately prioritized and secured throughout the organization's operations...