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The book is completely free to download on PDF, Mobi, and ePub, as well as the companion content. The book is 1311 pages long and it’s about coding Windows Store apps using web technologies, including HMTL, CSS, and JavaScript. The focus of this second edition book is on applying all these web technologies to the Windows platform rather than exploring the web technologies themselves. So reading the book it’ll be assumed you already know these technologies....

The Media Creation Tool is a utility that allows you to perform an in-place upgrade or create a Windows 10 ISO to perform a clean installation of the latest update, which in this case is the May 2019 Update. The link to download the MediaCreationTool1903.exe (link no longer available) was first spotted by HTNovo.net (via MSPowerUser.com), and it’s available through the Microsoft support website. However, it’s unlisted link, which means that the tool is not meant for public use....

Only the 64GB model of the tablet featuring Intel’s Core i3 processor is not part of the sale, the 128GB model with Intel’s Core i5 is the only model with the $100 discount, and all the remaining Surface Pro 3 models are currently receiving the $150 discount. New prices 128GB Intel Core i5 – $899 (normally $999) 256GB Intel Core i5 – $1,149 (normally $1,299) 256GB Intel Core i7 – $1,399 (normally $1,549) 512GB Intel Core i7 – $1,799 (normally $1,949)...

This is without a doubt a great news for everyone, not only for users who depend on extensions to add more functionality, but also developers who will not longer have to rewrite their code to bring their extensions to Microsoft Edge. In a response to a question, Alden replied: “It’s our intention to support existing Chrome extensions.” Although the response leaves the door open for the company to walk away from this functionality, unless there’s a problem between the companies there isn’t anything that could block the new version of Edge from adding support for Chrome extensions....

Continuum is a new feature in Windows 10 Mobile that allows users to convert their phones into a PC-like experience by connecting the device to an external monitor, keyboard and mouse, using a dock adapter. The new updated requirements have been spotted at the Microsoft’s Windows hardware website, which now shows the addition of the Snapdragon 617 (MS8952) to the list of processors compatible with Continuum for phones. This new change will allows manufacturers to build cheaper phones with a less powerful processor, while still able to support the feature in Windows 10 Mobile....

The webcam offers full-HD (1080p) resolution, support for HDR video quality, and 78 percent field of view optimized for meetings. And it is also certified for Microsoft Teams. Perhaps one of the design features that stands out is the shutter that you can easily slide open and close over the lens for privacy and a LED that indicates when the camera is active. So, no more putting tape to cover the lens....

Now, as the October 5 release date approaches, devices that do not meet the minimum system requirements are getting a message saying that the hardware is not eligible to join the Windows 11 Insider Program, and you should reinstall Windows 10. Although system requirements have been kept virtually the same for a long time, this time around, Microsoft wants to focus on security and other specific features that forced the decision to increase the requirements to Intel 8th-Gen Core, Ryzen 2000, and newer processors....

Obviously, the news didn’t sit well among OneDrive users to the point that at the OneDrive feedback site, a petition requesting Microsoft “Give us back our storage” received over 70,000 votes by the community, and today, Microsoft didn’t have other choice, but to apologize and respond accordingly. “We’ve heard clearly from our Windows and OneDrive fans about the frustration and disappointment we have caused. We realize the announcement came across as blaming customers for using our product....

Office 2016 for Mac includes a new user interface that aligns with the modern design for the same apps on Windows, however Office 2011 users will still find the apps very familiar. Mac users will notice a familiar Ribbon menu that matches OS X theme and apps are optimized for retina display. The software maker is also integrating OneDrive into Office 2016 for Mac. This functionality will allow users to quickly access documents that they may have created on their tablet, phone, or even from a Windows device....

For those who still encountering the error 0x80188308, the company has stated that the new update doesn’t fix the issue. However, Microsoft is working to release yet another update soon to resolved the specific error message users are getting. The update is available immediately and those registered using the Microsoft’s App Studio program can install the new bits going to the “phone update” section in Settings. Even though this is a relatively small update, Microsoft has yet to release the changelog....

Here is the leaked version for the “12 Days of Deals”: Toshiba Tablet Encore Mini WT7 $79 + free 16GB MicroSD card. Unlocked Blu Win HD now for $129. $50 off any Xbox One Console + Select Game. (12/10) ASUS T100 10.1″ 1366×768 Baytrail – now for $249. (12/11) Jambox Mini now for $69 – all colors now for $69. (12/12) Call of Duty: Advance Warfare or Destiny for $29....

The software maker has previously demonstrated the new Internet Explorer replacement software during the Windows 10 preview press event back in January, but since then Windows Insiders have been waiting for the company to actually ship a test version of Spartan. While the news will put a smile to many Windows fans, users were waiting to get a new build in February, and it’s still not clear when the company will actually make available the next preview build of Windows 10....

Each Sharp display featured a resolution of 3840×2160 pixels, for a total of 11520×2160 screen resolution when combining three of these beasts. Microsoft had also to install a special driver package built by AMD, and only then Windows 8 was able to render a whopping 1,492,992,000 pixels per second. With all the settings on “High” the Dirt3 demo was able to maintain 62-67fps on average, peaking over 70fps. The downside, though, is that the demo only lasted several minutes before the PC’s power supply gave up....

In the video tour, Microsoft provides a closer look at the features and hardware inside the dev kit, which is the console developers get to build and test their games. Physically, the dev kit includes additional ports than the current Xbox One S, no disk drive, and there is a front-panel display, but of course, this console doesn’t look anything as the final product. Kevin Gammill, a Xbox engineer, also reveals that Xbox Project Scorpio for developers features faster graphics processor, 24GB of memory, and 1TB SSD drive for storage along with a traditional rotating platter 1TB hard drive....

These deals are only available in the Unites States and through the Memorial Day weekend. Here’s a list of the most interesting deals. Microsoft Store Memorial Day sale deals Surface Pro 4 | regular $999 | now $849 | save $150 6th Gen Intel Core i5, 128GB SSD, 4GB RAM 12.3-inch PixelSense touchscreen display Surface Pen included Windows 10 Pro Surface Book | regular $1499 | now $1349 | save $150...

Windows 10 was first unveiled back in September, but the event aimed to show enterprises how the next operating system can help businesses be more productive. But in the next event, Microsoft is expected to show-off more significant changes and new features coming to Windows focus on consumers. Among the features we’re expecting for the company to show the new Continuum mode that will make it easier for 2-in-1 devices to switch from a desktop to a touch-optimized user-interface....

The word in the streets is that the new Xbox 360 is smaller and less noisy than the previous version. Immediately you’ll notice that the video game console was inspired by the Xbox One design. The new 360 has a rectangle shape and it will remind you of a big encyclopedia book, it features a glossy and matte finish (60 / 40). And long gone is the big power button, now it’s small and it’s located next to the eject button....

To take the screenshot you see below the Reddit user did the following: “At the MS store I unplugged a fully charged pro and started opening lots of apps, and several tabs of heavy websites, videos, etc. After about 5 min I took the screenshot. So, chances are you’ll get at least 4 hours. More if your usage is less CPU intensive.” The user also describes the tablet as “thicker, and heavier, but not bad”....

Quantum Break has an official release date. It’ll launch on Xbox One on April 5, 2016. Even better news, Microsoft has also announced that the game will be available for Windows 10 PC the same day it releases for Xbox. The biggest surprise is that the software giant also confirmed that those who pre-order the digital-copy of Quantum Break on Xbox One will get the version for Windows 10 for free....

These wallpapers are available at no cost to set as background on devices running Windows 10 only. If the background images rotate too quickly, after applying the theme on Settings > Personalization > Background, use the Change picture every drop-down menu to adjust the image rotation frequency. You can download more themes from the Themes and Wallpapers for Windows 10 section. To install the River Delta theme, use the download link below, click the Get button in the Microsoft Store, click the Apply button, and then select the wallpaper collection from the “Themes” settings page to apply it....