Windows 10: Why are Microsoft Windows networking developers so bad at their jobs?

If my wireless password gets changed, Windows 10 doesn't bother to tell me as much. Instead, it displays a cryptic "Can't connect to this network" notice and does exactly nothing more. I'm expected to go tromping through the settings page, search through the known networks list and --this is the kicker-- completely forget the network. You don't even get the option to enter a new password, your only option is to forget it and start over. Would it realllllly have been thattttt difficult to make the error message just say "Credentials not accepted"? Would it have been technically impossible to cr

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Microsoft Selects Dolby Audio for Windows 10

it would've been great if microsoft added HEVC decoders, LAV filters along with other codecs with Windows 10, and developing WMP to be better than VLC, KMPlayer and such sorts of media players.

Nevertheless, this is good step for microsoft, by far.

 

Microsoft establishes 12 principles for Windows development

Microsoft has announced 12 principles that it will use to guide the development of it's Windows platform. Brad Smith, Microsoft's Senior Vice President, outlined these principles based on the experiences of the company, such as antitrust battles, regulatory scrutiny, and fierce competition in the software market. The 12 principles are based on three main areas: Choice for computer manufacturers and customers, opportunities for developers, and interoperability for users. The principles are-

When asked about the new policies, Brad Smith says "We've had nearly five years of experience under the U.S. consent decree, and the one thing we've learned the importance of is humility…".

Source: Eweek

 

Microsoft signals end of Paint program

Microsoft has confirmed that it will continue to offer its graphics program Paint.

In a recent update, it had listed Paint as a feature that would be either removed or no longer developed.

Paint, renowned for its simplicity, has been part of the Windows operating system since its launch in 1985.

Microsoft suggested it would not remain on Windows 10 by default but did say it would be available for free on the Windows Store.

BBC news Report here
Microsoft Paint avoids brush with death