Because the software maker pushed build 10041 quicker than it should, the latest release include more bugs and fewer workarounds. The company warns of known issues for this build and they are quite a few. For example, there is a bug that prevent Mail, Calendar and People apps for opening, some users aren’t even seeing the new build in Windows Update, and Windows 10 build 10041 is just failing during installation. Despite the issues, Windows 10 Technical Preview (build 10041) includes a number of new features and changes, such as transparency in the Start menu, improved Task View (virtual desktops), new lock screen, new storage management reducing the footprint of the operating system after installation. The next version of the OS also brings a new update feature to let users download updates faster from other computers, besides from the Microsoft servers with a peer-to-peer like technology, and a lot more. Some information emerged onto the web this week detailing the upgrade options for Windows 10 for users running older versions of the operating system. Microsoft confirms that will be releasing Windows 10 in the summer in 190 countries and on 111 languages. Furthermore, now we have the first details on minimum hardware requirements to install the next operating system from Microsoft. This week, we go hands-on with the new changes coming in Settings app for Windows 10, which Microsoft also confirms will eventually replace the Control Panel. The software maker also introduced this week, Windows Hello and Microsoft Passport, which are two new biometric technologies that will be included in Windows 10 aim to replace passwords. This week I also created a video review on Windows 10 build 10041, highlighting all the features and improvements new to the operating system. Furthermore, the software giant this week announced that Windows 10 will be a free upgrade for pirates, but soon after the announcement, the company made a statement saying that pirates will upgrade free to Windows 10, however they will not get a genuine license in the process. Microsoft’s Office 2016 preview for desktop released this week for anyone to test. Leaked version of Windows 10 for phones (build 12521) shows streamlined UI and updated notifications. Microsoft launches the Lumia 430, the cheapest Windows phone yet. Xbox Music users can now listen music stored in OneDrive. Microsoft says that Xbox Live will be free for Windows 10 devices. And Xbox One April system update, part one, rolls out to preview members. Welcome to Pureinfotech: Tech Recap edition. Each weekend I will bring you a compilation of articles of the week, including how-to guides, features, tech news, and more. This is simply a list with a brief description of pieces you might have missed or you might just want to read again. All content on this site is provided with no warranties, express or implied. Use any information at your own risk. Always backup of your device and files before making any changes. Privacy policy info.
