➀ A tech enthusiast installed Windows 8.1 on an emulated EGA graphics system, achieving minimal functionality with 16 colors at 640×350 resolution;

➁ EGA, IBM's 1984 standard with up to 800×600 resolution, was notoriously outdated compared to modern requirements;

➂ The project highlights retro-tech fascination, defying practical limitations in pursuit of 'because we can' experimentation.

➀ Microsoft and OpenAI are locked in critical contract negotiations over access to AGI development and Azure exclusivity, risking a $10 billion SoftBank investment and OpenAI's potential IPO;

➁ OpenAI insists on retaining a clause to withhold AGI models from Microsoft, while Microsoft seeks broader access and aims to maintain its monopoly on AI services via Azure;

➂ Failure to reach an agreement by end of 2025 may force OpenAI to cede more equity to Microsoft and delay profitability amid ongoing financial losses.

➀ Winaero Tweaker is a free utility that enables deep customization of Windows 11/10, including removing ads, disabling telemetry/data tracking, and eliminating AI Copilot;

➁ The tool allows advanced users to freeze system states for benchmarking by disabling driver/Windows updates, while also restoring nostalgic features like classic shutdown shortcuts;

➂ Caution is advised when disabling critical security features like User Account Control (UAC), as it increases system vulnerability risks.

➀ Xbox部门面临裁员和工作室关闭，公司战略受到质疑；

➁ 谣言称Spencer将在下一代Xbox发布后退休，Sarah Bond将接任；

➂ 微软迅速否认谣言，称Spencer不会很快退休。

➀ Microsoft's Copilot AI suffered an embarrassing defeat against a 1970s Atari 2600 emulator in chess, despite pre-match trash talk about the vintage system's "bizarre moves";

➁ The AI lost critical pieces by its 7th turn and ultimately surrendered, acknowledging the Atari's victory as "fair and square";

➂ Though built on OpenAI's GPT-4 and Bing integration, Copilot's chess skills remain inferior to specialized systems, contrasting with its claimed "silicon sorcerer" computational abilities.

➀ Microsoft's 'This is an Xbox' campaign promotes the idea that various hardware can access its Game Pass service.

➁ Meta confirmed in April 2024 that it was working with Microsoft to create a limited-edition Meta Quest inspired by Xbox.

➂ Leaked images suggest the upcoming Meta Quest 3S Xbox Edition will cost $399 MSRP with 128GB of storage and include an Elite Strap, Xbox wireless controller, and three months of Xbox Game Pass Ultimate.

➀ Microsoft announces a new policy to regularly remove legacy drivers from Windows Update to enhance security and compatibility;

➁ The cleanup targets outdated drivers with newer replacements and allows partners to provide feedback, but older devices may lose support;

➂ Critics express concerns about potential forced upgrades and reduced functionality for legacy hardware.

➀ AMD announced an expanded roadmap for gaming-optimized Ryzen/Radeon chips targeting consoles, handhelds, and cloud gaming platforms;

➁ The initiative follows a new partnership with Microsoft for next-gen Xbox consoles and handheld PCs, with plans to bridge compatibility across platforms;

➂ Future APUs may integrate AI upscaling and enhanced backward compatibility, potentially reshaping gaming hardware ecosystems.

➀ AMD will power Microsoft's first-party gaming systems for the foreseeable future;

➁ The partnership involves co-engineering silicon across a portfolio of devices, including next-generation Xbox consoles;

➂ Speculations about Microsoft launching another console and a potential handheld gaming device;

➃ AMD aims to advance the state of art in gaming silicon with AI-enhanced graphics and gameplay experiences.

➀ Microsoft released a PowerShell script to restore the critical 'inetpub' folder mistakenly deleted by users;

➁ The empty-looking folder is essential for patching CVE-2025-21204, a Windows Update Stack vulnerability;

➂ The script avoids enabling IIS manually, maintaining system security without adding unnecessary components.

➀ Microsoft is consolidating Xbox and Windows platforms through 'Xbox PC' branding in game marketing, targeting Steam's dominance by redirecting users to the Xbox app;

➁ The redesigned Xbox App now integrates console games into PC libraries, signaling deeper Xbox-Windows store integration;

➂ Facing SteamOS's handheld performance advantages, Microsoft partners with Asus for an Xbox-branded handheld in 2025, amid lagging Xbox console sales.

➀ ASUS is urging Windows 10 users to upgrade to Windows 11 or purchase a new PC due to the end of support for Windows 10.

➁ Microsoft has been warning about the risks of using unsupported PCs, emphasizing the need for a modern, secure operating system.

➂ ASUS highlights the benefits of Windows 11 and Copilot+, suggesting that if your current laptop doesn't support these, it's time for an upgrade.

➀ Microsoft Edge Game Assist has been rolled out to all Windows 11 users after over half a year of beta testing;

➁ It is an in-game browser that simplifies access to guides and walkthroughs;

➂ The feature is available in the Game Bar and can be accessed by pressing Win+G.