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Redmond Magazine

Using Configuration Files to Control PowerShell Scripts, Part 1: The Basics

Recently, I have been hard at work, creating some really complex PowerShell scripts related to a few projects that I have been working on. One of the big lessons that I have learned through all of ...
Redmond Magazine

Using PowerShell To Back Up Windows 11

A PowerShell script using WBAdmin can create full system backups of Windows 11, offering a simple, scriptable alternative for advanced users. Over the last couple of years, I have written a few blog ...
Windows Central

Microsoft finally begins removing Copilot from Notepad on Windows 11 — but the AI still persists

A new Notepad update for Windows Insiders begins Microsoft's push to reduce Copilot on Windows 11, replacing it with AI-powered "writing tools" instead. When you purchase through links on our site, we ...
TechRepublic

10 Powerful Ways to Use PowerShell Across Windows, Linux, and macOS

PowerShell can do far more than most users realize. Explore 10 hidden capabilities that save time, improve reporting, and supercharge your workflow. If you spend any time working with systems, chances ...
TechSpot

Microsoft is adding images to Notepad, and users are wondering why

Editor's take: Microsoft is having a tough time leaving Windows Notepad well enough alone. The classic text editor is effectively gone, replaced by a "new" version that keeps accumulating a growing ...
Wired

You Can Now Install—and Update—Microsoft Store Apps Using the Command Line

I can't stand opening the Microsoft Store. It's slow to load, confusing to browse, and full of ads for things I don't care about. Luckily, thanks to a new feature, I don't have to open the Microsoft ...
Digital Trends

The humble Windows NotePad might finally get image support

Microsoft is preparing to bring another change to the humble Notepad app. According to Windows Latest, internal testing on Windows 11 shows that the classic text editor is gaining full image support.
TechRepublic

Microsoft: Critical Security Issue Found in Windows Notepad

Microsoft patches CVE-2026-20841, a high-severity Windows Notepad flaw that could allow code execution via malicious Markdown files. Notepad has long been Windows’ quiet utility knife. It opens ...
eTeknix

Microsoft Adds Image Support to Windows 11 Notepad

Windows Notepad has changed a lot over the years. Microsoft has added tabs, Markdown support, bold and italic text, links, Copilot integration, and more recently, tables. The next addition will be ...
PC Magazine

Microsoft Continues to Bulk Up Notepad, This Time With Image Support

Microsoft continues to move Notepad away from its text-editing roots with planned support for images. Although not officially announced, an image icon has appeared on the Notepad toolbar for Windows ...