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Jun 26 2025TECHNOLOGY

How Microsoft's New AI Helper, Mu, Aims to Simplify Windows 11

Microsoft has introduced a new AI tool named Mu to assist users in navigating Windows 11 settings. This small language model (SLM) is designed to work alongside Phi Silica, another AI model already integrated into Copilot+ PCs. Mu is built to run directly on your computer's neural processing unit (NPU), making it quick and efficient. Mu is a compact model with 330 m...

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Jun 26 2025TECHNOLOGY

Tech Legends Break Bread: Gates and Torvalds Finally Meet

In a surprising turn of events, two tech giants, Bill Gates and Linus Torvalds, recently shared a meal together. This meeting is quite notable because, in the past, Microsoft had some strong words against Linux, calling it a "cancer. " Gates, the co-founder of Microsoft, and Torvalds, the creator of the Linux kernel, had never crossed paths before this dinner. The g...

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Jun 24 2025TECHNOLOGY

Why is Chrome Crashing on Windows? The Surprising Culprit

Google Chrome users have been facing unexpected crashes on Windows, and the issue might not be what you think. It turns out that Microsoft's Family Safety feature is the hidden cause behind this problem. This problem started last month, causing Chrome to crash right after opening. It affected users across different devices and operating systems, including Android, W...

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Jun 24 2025TECHNOLOGY

Mac Users: Get Office 2021 for Life at a Steal

Mac lovers, listen up! There's a hot deal on Microsoft Office Home and Business 2021 for Mac. For just $69. 97, you can snag a lifetime license. That's a massive 68% off the usual price of $219. 99. No more monthly fees like Microsoft 365. Pay once, use forever. This deal includes six powerful apps: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, OneNote, Outlook, and Teams. These tools a...

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Jun 24 2025BUSINESS

Tech Giant Microsoft Plans Big Changes

Microsoft is making big moves. The company is planning to let go of thousands of employees, especially in sales. This is part of a bigger plan to focus more on artificial intelligence (AI). The news comes after Microsoft already cut about 6, 000 jobs earlier this year. Microsoft is not alone in this trend. Other big companies are also investing heavily in AI. They w...

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Jun 23 2025TECHNOLOGY

Windows 11 Gets a New AI Helper: What You Need to Know

Windows 11 is getting a new AI tool to make life easier. This tool can adjust settings on your PC based on what you ask it to do. For example, if you want to change how your mouse pointer looks or needs help controlling your PC with your voice, this AI can guide you through the steps and even do the task for you. Now, don't get too excited just yet. This feature is ...

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Jun 23 2025TECHNOLOGY

Microsoft's Big Bet on AI: Thousands of Jobs Cut

Microsoft is planning to cut thousands of jobs in July. This move is part of a bigger trend in the tech world. Companies are investing heavily in AI. Meanwhile, they are reducing their workforce, especially in sales and customer service. This shift is not new, but it is becoming more noticeable. Microsoft is expected to save a lot of money from these layoffs. The com...

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Jun 22 2025TECHNOLOGY

The AI Race: Why Banning State Regulations Might Slow Us Down

The push to ban state-level AI regulations in the US is facing criticism from a prominent scientist. Dr. Eric Horvitz, Microsoft's chief scientist, has expressed concerns. He believes that a ban on state regulations could actually slow down the progress of AI development. This is not just about advancing the technology. It is also about making sure it is used safely ...

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Jun 22 2025TECHNOLOGY

Tech Tensions: Europe's Shift from US Giants

Europe is looking to reduce its dependence on American tech. This move comes after a series of events that highlighted the risks of relying heavily on US technology. The spark came when the US government took action against Karim Khan, the head of the International Criminal Court. The ICC had issued arrest warrants for Israeli leaders. In response, Microsoft shut dow...

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Jun 19 2025TECHNOLOGY

Microsoft and OpenAI: A Partnership at a Crossroads

A major tech company is at a turning point with its partnership with a leading AI startup. The company has been investing heavily in the AI startup. This has helped the company become a top player in the AI world. However, talks about the future of their alliance are hitting snags. The company is thinking about hitting the pause button on these discussions. This...

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