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Former Bing boss says Windows 11 killed the vertical taskbar for symmetric UX, says it was the best productivity feature

Former Bing boss says Microsoft cut Windows 11’s vertical taskbar for its “symmetric panes” design, calling it the best productivity feature.
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Former Microsoft Executive Explains Why Windows 11 Removed the Vertical Taskbar

A former Microsoft executive reveals why Windows 11 removed the vertical taskbar as reports suggest it may return.

“I fought hard” — Microsoft exec on killing Windows 11’s movable taskbar

Former Microsoft exec Mikhail Parakhin reveals he fought hard against removing Windows 11’s vertical taskbar.

Microsoft Weekly: Windows 11's taskbar is upgrading, better Task Manager alternatives, more

Catch up with this week's Microsoft stories in our weekly recap, including long-anticipated taskbar fixes in Windows 11, ...
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5 tiny Windows 11 tweaks that make it feel like Windows 10

Resist the change!

My 5 favorite Linux distros that are ready to use out of the box (no setup required)

My 5 favorite Linux distros that are ready to use out of the box (no setup required) ...

Windows won’t boot? Safe Mode is the lifeline you need

Safe Mode lets Windows start with only essential drivers and services, allowing you to troubleshoot crashes, faulty drivers, ...
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Microsoft wants Windows 11 “secure by default,” could allow only properly signed apps and drivers by default

Microsoft plans Windows 11 “secure by default” mode with signed apps only and Android-style permissions for files, camera, ...

De-Enshittify Windows 11: OneDrive ⭐

Windows 11 often auto-enables a OneDrive feature called Folder Backup without telling users that it is doing so.
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Expert Opinion: Ask Copilot and why it matters for productivity

Dave Taylor from Stockport-based Amshire IT explains the productivity benefits of Microsoft's plans to further embed its Copilot AI tools into Windows 11.