Plummer has spent recent months telling Microsoft what they do not want to hear about Windows 11. He argued the OS needs its own Windows XP SP2 moment, a stretch where Microsoft drops new features and ...

Editor's take: Dave Plummer started his programmer's career at Microsoft back in the MS-DOS days. He knows a thing or two about code optimization, which is why he is now trying to strip Notepad of the ...

Microsoft's habit of adding unnecessary features to Notepad is a symptom of broader bloating in the Windows codebase. But it is possible to go back to basics with a version of the editor that fits in ...

A well-chosen tree can turn the smallest garden into a cool and inviting getaway place. Though large trees offer much-needed shade, not all gardens have enough space to accommodate such big trees.

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Metro journalists select and curate the products that feature on our site. If you make a purchase via links on this page we will earn commission – learn more Just like how a few well-chosen ...

The Slice Combo Pack, featuring a mini and a heavy-duty box cutter, is available for 20% off during Prime Day. Slice box cutters use a ceramic blade that is safer on skin and lasts 11 times longer ...

Whether you bring it home from the bakery or make it at home in a bread machine or cloche, there’s just nothing like fresh bread. Naturally, you want to enjoy that soft, springy texture and chewy ...