If you are anything like us; you’ve been glued to your laptop screen watching the Windows 10 rollout. The updates have been coming in so fast and furious; that it’s hard to keep up. That being said, the biggest leap forward the Windows operating system has ever seen makes sense.
With Windows 10, Microsoft finally started to make sense of its Unix-based Windows operating system. It’s an exceptional piece of software, and its new features have started rolling out to users slowly.
Upgraded Features of Windows 10
Here’s everything you need to know about the upgraded features of Windows 10.
- Cortana Windows 10 Is Now a Search Engine
Cortana is now a full-fledged search engine that can be used to look for information, news, and more. You’ll be able to ask Cortana any question and she’ll do the work for you to find what you’re looking for. You can also use Cortana to perform repetitive tasks like setting reminders or recording videos.
You can access Cortana with the search bar at the lower right corner of the Windows taskbar. Alternatively, you can press the Cortana icon at the right of the notification shade to go straight to the search engine. Here, you can type queries and get results from anywhere on your system. Cortana not only; searches your system; but also, the web, and it can be used as a personal assistant to find information and do other tasks.
- You Can Download Apps from the Windows Store
According to Microsoft, the modern OS should be more than the desktop OS; it should be a portal to the entire world of apps. To that end, Windows 10 comes with the Windows Store. The store not only has apps from the Microsoft ecosystem but also features alternative app developers.
If you want to get apps for your Windows 10 PC, you can go directly to the store and search for the ones you want. You can also use the Paste Link feature to pair your Xbox One and Windows 10 devices so you can share apps easily. Or you can type the name of an app on the Xbox One and Windows 10 devices to share them. Once you’ve got the app you want, then click the Get it button to download the app to your PC.
- Edge Is the Default Browser in Windows 10
Edge is the default browser in Windows 10. Microsoft has put a lot of effort into making Edge the best browser; on the planet. For example, Edge can now run extensions that offer more functionality than the built-in options. Edge can also open embedded websites in a separate window, so you do not have to leave what you are doing to look at the content.
Microsoft Edge is a very versatile browser. And now that it is the default browser in Windows 10, it is even better. Edge can sync your reading list across devices, allowing you to access your reading list from your Windows 10 phone or tablet. It also now supports Reading View, which can be useful for people who like to read long articles on their computers. Smart Reading is another feature that can help you manage your reading list better.
- You Can Control Which Apps Have Windows “Shop”
Microsoft has been promising; a more convenient way to buy and install apps for a long time now. The company has finally taken steps to make that a reality in Windows 10. You can now see an app’s app store link right on its icon. Once you have clicked it, you’ll be taken to the store to see its price and reviews.
This feature is handy, but it is also a bit of a gimmick. Even if you are not a fan of some apps, it is still to be able; to click a button to get them right away. It is just too convenient not to use the Windows Store. But once you are used to using it, it might be nice to have this option available.
- Windows Defender Protects Your PC
With Windows 10, Microsoft is trying to make sure that malware and other malicious software do not get to your computer in the first place. That means you need to keep Windows 10 updated and run antivirus software to make sure; bad things do not slip through the cracks.
Windows Defender is built into Windows 10, and it is always on the lookout for malware and other threats on your computer. It will scan every file, email, and website on your PC and let you know about anything it finds.
It keeps your computer all safe. There is no need to install third-party antivirus software, keep Windows 10 updated, and keep Windows Defender installed.
- Microsoft Just Fixed the Worst Thing about Windows 8
It is no secret that the worst thing about Windows 8 was the new interface. It was a bold change for the Windows operating system, and it left a lot of people confused and unhappy. Thankfully, Windows 10 addresses the biggest complaints about Windows 8.
The Start menu is back in Windows 10, and it is a lot more useful than it ever was in Windows 8. It is easy to pin programs to the Start menu, and you can even search for things from the Start menu. Windows 8.1 was better than Windows 8, but it also had some issues. Windows 10 gets rid of those concerns completely. The new operating system has been implemented very well, and it is better than ever.
The reason why Microsoft upgrades Windows 10 Features
The Windows 10 upgrade is not over just yet. You have months to go before you have done installing updates, and the process is going to get even more intense in the future. But if you have already gone through the process, take a moment to reflect on what you have accomplished.
There is a reason Microsoft made this update so big and important – it is because it makes a big difference in how computers function and how people use them. It is the next step in that evolution, and it is one you should see through to the end.
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