Windows 3.1 included a red and yellow 'Hot Dog Stand' color scheme so garish it was long assumed to be a joke, so I tracked down Microsoft's original UI designer to ge…

"The truly funny thing about this color scheme is that all the other Windows 3.1 color schemes are surprisingly rational, ...
PC World

No sound in video calls? Here’s how to fix it

You’re in the middle of a video conference, everyone is waiting, but your microphone isn’t working? Or you can be heard, but all the other participants remain mute? Welcome to the club of Windows ...
CNET

Windows 11 Previews a Feature That Lets You Share Audio With Another Person's Device

Want to watch a movie with your family or friends, but still allow each person to use their own audio device? Microsoft is previewing a new feature that will allow Windows 11 users to share audio over ...
TweakTown

Windows 11 massively upgrades its Bluetooth audio capabilities in a new update

TL;DR: Windows 11 now supports Bluetooth LE Audio with super wideband stereo streaming, enabling improved low-latency, crystal-clear audio and chat for media, gaming, and calls. This update enhances ...
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Every Windows Startup & Shutdown Sound

Microsoft has released many versions of their Windows PC operating system over the years, with most featuring their own unique startup and shutdown sounds. This video showcases every chime used in the ...
PC Gamer

Microsoft has fixed the only Windows bug I've ever liked: the Vista startup sound 'unexpectedly' playing on Win 11 machines

Windows Windows 3.1 included a red and yellow 'Hot Dog Stand' color scheme so garish it was long assumed to be a joke, so I tracked down Microsoft's original UI designer to get the true story Windows ...
TechSpot

Someone rebuilt Windows XP in the browser for pure nostalgia

GUI matters: Microsoft released the original edition of Windows XP in 2001 and kept the operating system alive for more than 17 years. The once massively popular platform remains fondly remembered, ...
Techno-Science.net

What Do I Need To Listen to Hi-Res Audio on Windows

To listen to Hi-Res audio on Windows, you’ll need compatible audio files (like FLAC or DSD), a Hi-Res-capable output device (preferably wired), updated audio drivers, and a player like AIMP or ...
CNET

Microsoft Accidentally Replaces Windows 11 Startup Sound With Vista Chime

Macy is a writer on the AI Team. She covers how AI is changing daily life and how to make the most of it. This includes writing about consumer AI products and their real-world impact, from ...
The Verge

Microsoft accidentally swapped Windows 11’s startup sound with Vista’s

The Windows Vista boot sound appears in the latest Windows 11 Dev Channel build. The Windows Vista boot sound appears in the latest Windows 11 Dev Channel build. is a senior editor and author of ...
TweakTown

Windows 11 bug causes it to play the startup sound and music from Windows Vista

TL;DR: Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26200.5651 introduces AI-powered Copilot+ in Settings for Snapdragon PCs, enhancing user support. It also revives a larger taskbar clock with seconds and ...
ExtremeTech

Windows Vista Sound Returns to Windows 11, Supposedly By Mistake

Microsoft’s latest Windows 11 Insider Preview build has unexpectedly brought back the Windows Vista startup sound, replacing the usual Windows 11 chime. The best part of this release is that it ...