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    Microsoft is making migrating to a new PC much easier

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    New Windows test build signals key changes are coming for your PC
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    Microsoft tests Windows taskbar tweaks you'll actually care about

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    Windows 11 can finally manage iPhone texts and calls, with several catches

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