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The Notepad upgrade, cheaper YouTube TV, and Nova Launcher's new owner: News roundup

The tech news you may have missed this week.

Microsoft Notepad and Paint are getting new AI features, for some reason

Notepad and Paint for Windows 11 are getting yet more updates, but Microsoft should really be focusing on other in-box ...
Make Tech Easier

Modern Windows Apps Are Too Heavy: 10 Lightweight Alternatives I Use Instead

The new crop of default Windows apps is too resource-hungry and inefficient — ditch them for these lightweight alternatives ...

Notepad gets new features, while it's clobbered by new bug — highlighting everything that's wrong with Microsoft right now

Notepad gets new features — including a dash more AI – but I'm betting this isn't what most Windows 11 users want ...
WinBuzzer

Windows 11 January Update Breaks Notepad, Snipping Tool and Other Apps

Microsoft's January 2026 security update has broken Windows 11 apps like Notepad and Snipping Tool, introducing dual bugs ...
Windows Report

Windows 11 Dev Channel Update KB5074157 Brings Start Menu, Taskbar, and Bluetooth Fixes

Microsoft releases Windows 11 KB5074157 in the Dev Channel with fixes for Start menu bugs, taskbar, Bluetooth, and more.

Developers Use AI Coding Tools To Get Started, Not Finish The Job

Developers don't trust AI to code autonomously. Learn why structured prompts work while "vibe coding" creates exponential ...

Microsoft is closing its employee library and cutting back on subscriptions

The physical and digital Microsoft Library is transitioning to an AI-powered ‘learning experience.’ ...
IEEE

Enhancing Web Application Security Using Penetration Testing and Vulnerability Scanning

Abstract: Web applications play a crucial role in modern digital infrastructure, enabling vital functionalities across var- ious industries, including healthcare, banking, and ecommerce. However, ...