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Coro Taps Check Point and Proofpoint Alum to Head EMEA Sales, Plus Product and R&D Chiefs
Coro has appointed three senior leaders to drive its EMEA channel expansion, AI-powered product strategy, and platform engineering. For Windows-focused IT teams and MSPs, the moves signal a maturing vendor focused on reducing security complexity for small and midsize businesses.
Command-Line Surgery: Using Windows File Recovery and Why SSDs Demand a Backup Plan
When files vanish on Windows 11, the Recycle Bin is just the first stop. Microsoft’s free Windows File Recovery tool can dig deeper, but its command-line interface and the realities of modern SSDs mean backups are more critical than ever. We break down every built-in and cloud-based option, from immediate recovery steps to the backup routine that prevents permanent loss.
Press Win+V Now: The Underused Windows Feature That Keeps 25 Copied Items at Your Fingertips
Windows Clipboard History, accessed via Win+V, stores up to 25 copied items locally on your PC and can be enabled with a single click. This article explains how to use it for daily productivity, pin reusable snippets, sync across devices cautiously, and clear history for privacy, while noting Windows 10’s end of support makes upgrading to Windows 11 advisable.
The 8 Windows 11 Customization Tools That Fix Real Annoyances – And the Ones That Could Break Your Next Update
A practical guide to the eight Windows 11 customization tools highlighted in a recent roundup, from Microsoft’s own PowerToys to risky shell mods like Windhawk. Learn which add-ons fix real annoyances without breaking your system, and how to build a safe customization stack.
Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold8 and Flip8 debut silicon-carbon batteries: bigger capacity, lighter designs, but durability is unproven
Samsung's latest foldable phones get a much-needed energy density boost from silicon-carbon batteries, enabling thinner designs and larger capacities. However, the long-term reliability of these cells remains unproven, making independent testing crucial before purchase.
Samsung's New Foldables Split Into Three Distinct Phones—Here's How to Pick One
Samsung's July 2026 foldable lineup splits into three distinct form factors: the productivity-focused Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra, the media-centric Galaxy Z Fold8 with a passport-style design, and the pocketable Galaxy Z Flip8. For Windows users, the choice boils down to whether you need a mobile work surface, an entertainment tablet replacement, or a compact phone that makes a big screen disappear. This guide breaks down each model's specs, practical trade-offs, and how to avoid buying by name rather than by shape.
After UK Digital ID Cancellation, Here’s What Public Sector IT Pros Need to Do
New UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham has scrapped the national digital ID programme, signaling a major shift in public-sector technology procurement. The move emphasizes regional devolution, local economic impact, and faster returns on IT investment. For IT managers, MSPs, and channel partners, this means adjusting strategies to focus on modular, outcome-driven projects, building regional presence, and proving British supply chain value. The article explores immediate consequences, surviving identity technologies, and six practical steps to prepare for the new procurement landscape.
LTIMindtree and Microsoft’s AI Pact Targets the Unsexy Work of Making Copilot Real at Work
LTIMindtree and Microsoft have partnered to help enterprises move beyond AI pilots and into production-grade deployments, combining Microsoft Copilot, Azure OpenAI, and Security Copilot with LTIMindtree's consulting and delivery muscle. For Windows-centric organizations, this means a more structured path to AI adoption, but success depends on doing the hard groundwork: cleaning up permissions, modernizing data, and investing in employee training rather than just licensing.
Ford’s $30,000 Electric Truck Will Use Apple Maps to End Range Anxiety
Ford will embed Apple Maps natively in its upcoming UEV electric platform, starting with a $30,000 midsize pickup in 2027. The system leverages vehicle battery data for EV-aware routing, charging optimization, and battery preconditioning—all without requiring an iPhone. This move combines polished navigation with deep car integration, potentially reducing range anxiety for affordable EV buyers.
Intel Pushes 14A Chip Technology to 2028: What It Means for Your Next Windows PC
Intel has fast-tracked its 14A chip manufacturing process, now aiming for high-volume production in 2028—a full year earlier than previously expected. The accelerated timeline puts Intel on par with TSMC’s A14 node and signals renewed confidence in its foundry strategy. For Windows PC users, this means next-generation laptops and desktops with longer battery life, better performance, and more capable on-device AI are likely to arrive around 2029–2030, though immediate purchasing decisions shouldn’t wait.
The No-Fluff Guide to Resetting Microsoft Word: What to Touch First, What to Leave Alone
A structured, no‑nonsense guide to resetting Microsoft Word on Windows and Mac draws on the latest 2026 methods to cure crashes, formatting glitches, and missing commands. By working from the least destructive fix (renaming Normal.dotm) to the most aggressive (Registry edits and Office Repair), users can restore Word’s defaults without losing documents or customizations.
Asus ProArt PZ14 packs 18-core Snapdragon X2 and 144Hz OLED, but 16GB RAM locks out creators outside Canada
Asus has globally launched the ProArt PZ14, a Windows 11 detachable with an 18-core Snapdragon X2 Elite, 14-inch 144 Hz OLED, 75 Wh battery, and creator-focused features, priced at $2,499. However, most regions are limited to 16 GB of soldered RAM, weakening its appeal to professional users who need more memory. The device delivers strong hardware credentials but demands careful evaluation of Windows on ARM software compatibility and the RAM constraint.
DHD's Free Discovery App Finds Audio Gear on Windows, Mac, and Linux
DHD's new free utility, DHD Discovery, lets broadcast engineers instantly find network-connected audio devices on Windows, Mac, and Linux. Using mDNS, it displays IP addresses, firmware, and status, then opens the device's web management interface with a single click—eliminating the common headache of IP hunting during installation and troubleshooting.