The .mkv extension is a container that supports multiple video and audio codecs, such as your typical H.264 video and AAC audio. Generally speaking, a container describes the structure of the data and other information about the video and audio streams. In addition, containers can include other types of data, including subtitles, images, chapter information, menus, and more. It’s like the content you’ll find on a DVD or Blu-Ray disc, but MKV is a much more flexible format that supports a slew of container features....

Although the Xbox One S All-Digital Edition is just another model that you can select, perhaps the main selling point of the new console is the “All-Digital Edition” portion, which means no Blu-ray drive, and it allows the company to drop the price of the console price around $50. The Xbox One S All-Digital Edition has the same hardware as the Xbox One S, including the 1TB internal storage, but it comes with three games pre-installed, including Minecraft, Sea of Thieves, and Forza Horizon 3....

Perhaps the most newsworthy rumor is that it appears that the company is preparing to release a white version of Xbox One in October, something that was exclusive to employees who worked in the console. And just a month after, in November, it appears we’ll be seeing a new limited edition of Xbox One that will include a new internal drive of 1TB (that doubles the current 500GB storage). SEE ALSO: Xbox One hard drive isn’t enough and it’ll impact users after 12 games It’s unclear at this time, but the same user at NeoGAF forums also claims that Microsoft is working on an Xbox One without a Blu-ray drive....

Traditionally, the Windows image included many components to set up the Windows Subsystem for Linux, which meant that you needed to upgrade to the latest version of the OS to get the updated version of the feature. Now, Microsoft is grabbing all the components and making an app that anyone can easily download from the Microsoft Store with a single click. The new app also means that WSL will receive updates through the Microsoft Store as soon as they are ready, without waiting for the next version of Windows....

Originally the software giant was only going to offer an Xbox game, one indie game, and a popular app each week, but now the deals will last the entire month of December. Microsoft isn’t just doing promotional event for PCs, but also for Windows Phones through the Windows Phone Store. To get the deals, simply launch the Windows Phone or Windows Store and look for the “12 Red Stripe Deals” banner....

According to the company these new devices are meant to expand Alexa and its capabilities that have been growing in a rapid pace in the last four years. Echo Dot This is the second version of the device, and according to the company, it’s been completely redesigned, and the result is a more attractive device that is significantly louder and much clearer sound. The new Echo Dot is expected to be available in multiple colors with a price tag of $49....

The platform was initially announced alongside Windows 11. However, the company had to delay the release to have more time to polish it and only make it available as a public preview for users in the United States. Alongside the availability news, the company has also recently begun the rollout of the Android 12.1 update that brings various changes, including improved desktop integration and an updated version of the settings experience....

The beauty of the polar bear, a curious squirrel, a wave of ice, a very colorful town in Norway snowed in, an adventurous skier; all this and a lot more will be expecting you once you turn on your computer. You can find more great themes in my Desktop Fun section. Bing in Winter theme | Download All content on this site is provided with no warranties, express or implied....

First, the company won’t block older laptops and desktop computers from installing Windows 11, as long as you use the ISO file or Media Creation Tool to upgrade or perform a clean installation manually. However, the upgrade restriction will be enforced through Windows Update, so if the device is running Windows 10 but not compatible with the new version, it won’t upgrade automatically. Second, since Microsoft will stick to its original minimum hardware requirements, the company says that the workaround is only meant to allow organizations to test Windows 11....

These are free to download for Windows, and a great opportunity to renew your desktop computer background with different landscapes. If the images rotate too quickly on your desktop, after applying the theme on Settings > Personalization > Background, and use the Change picture every drop-down menu to adjust the image rotation frequency. You can find more great themes in my Desktop Fun section. Community Showcase Dramatic Skies theme | Download...

Environment variables can be helpful in many scenarios, but they’re particularly useful if you’re an IT person or you’re fixing someone else’s computer, as you can quickly navigate to certain locations without even knowing the username or full path to a system folder. For example, instead of browsing a path like “C:\Users<UserName>\AppData\Roaming,” you can open the Run command (Windows key + R), type this variable “%APPDATA%,” and press Enter to access the same path....

Before I continue, do you already have the new Google Bar showing up in your web browser, if not here is the How-To that is going to do the trick to ditch the old black bar. Now, there is a workaround for this situation and this is by using a Google Chrome extension (free, of course) called Big G Drop Down Sorter. To customize new Google Bar items, you first need to install the Google Chrome extension mentioned above....

The monitor includes an adjustable stand to control height, swivel, and tilt along with an integrated USB 3.0 hub, as we see on many Dell monitors. And it also comes with two 9W integrated speakers. Here is a look at the U3415W (Chinese video) The monitor is not cheap; you are looking at a $1,199.99 product, and if you have extra money, you can opt for the Dell’s 27-inch UltraSharp 5K monitor, which is also already on sale....

This new change will benefit everyone in the long run, because Universal Windows Platform (UWP) is the direction the company is headed to deliver apps to Windows users. What’s Desktop Bridge? Desktop Bridge is a process where developers can use the Desktop Bridge Converter tool to quickly convert their desktop apps into modern apps. In addition, this opens the doors to further enhance converted apps with new modern functionalities, such as Live Tiles, notifications, and Cortana integration....

You can find more great themes in my Desktop Fun section and from the Windows Themes at Microsoft. Theme direct download link All content on this site is provided with no warranties, express or implied. Use any information at your own risk. Always backup of your device and files before making any changes. Privacy policy info.

You can find more great themes in my Desktop Fun section and from the Windows Themes at Microsoft. Theme direct download link All content on this site is provided with no warranties, express or implied. Use any information at your own risk. Always backup of your device and files before making any changes. Privacy policy info.

You can find more great themes in our Desktop Fun section and from the Windows Theme gallery. Theme direct download link All content on this site is provided with no warranties, express or implied. Use any information at your own risk. Always backup of your device and files before making any changes. Privacy policy info.

In this case their beauty stands out and you can appreciate it on this set of wallpapers that comes with 14 images of a great variety of small birds, such as the American Goldfinch, Cedar Waxwing, Mountain Bluebird, Chestnut-Sided Warbler, and others. The collection is free to download for Windows. You can find more great themes in my Desktop Fun section and from the Windows Themes at Microsoft. Theme direct download link...

Then, he made the trip all the way to Galápagos Island and brought us the serenity sights of its beautiful shores and sea lions. And when you think you saw it all you find an incredible photo from Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, Uganda. We couldn’t ask for more for this week’s desktop fun! You can find more great themes in my Desktop Fun section and from the Windows Themes at Microsoft....

If the images rotate too quickly on your desktop, after applying the theme on Settings > Personalization > Background, and use the Change picture every drop-down menu to adjust the image rotation frequency. You can find more great themes in my Desktop Fun section. Earth from Above theme | Download All content on this site is provided with no warranties, express or implied. Use any information at your own risk....